On any given evening, plenty of Iredell County residents unwind with a quick card game on their phones. The rules are simple, the pace is calm, and a few smart
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Special to IFN North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs will deliver the keynote address at the Iredell County Democratic Party’s 2025 Kennedy Carter Dinner on Friday, October 3. The
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville City Council unanimously gave its approval to a plan to submit the Garfield/Green Street Historic District National Registry nomination to the N.C. Register Advisory Committee.
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD As part of a nationwide food drive, Randy Marion Ford Lincoln set out to collect 200 pounds of food for Iredell Christian Ministries on September 15. The
IFN Staff A former Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education member was arrested Friday and charged with two felonies after being indicted by an Iredell County grand jury. Max Ralston James
Marcus Dwayne Moran, born on January 28, 1966, in San Francisco, Calif., passed away at the age of 59. Marcus was doing what he loved, working at a landscaping job
Judy Davis Young, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. She was born on January 8, 1947, in Mooresville, N.C.,
Nancy May Norcross Raymond, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at the age of 85, at Cadence of Mooresville. She was born
Anna Jean Bustle, born on January 15, 1935, in Forsyth County, N.C., joined her Savior and Heavenly Father on September 24, 2025, in Iredell County at the age of 90.
Charles Larry Jones Sr., 77, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center. Charles was born May 2, 1948, in Putnam County, Fla.,
Special to IFN Iredell Health System and the Iredell Physician Network announced this week that Dr. Rob Theiss has joined the practice at Iredell Pain Management. Theiss earned his Bachelor
Veteran attorney and decorated military officer continues storied legal career Special to IFN Alex Mendaloff, a distinguished Iredell County attorney, has joined the firm of Parker, Parker & Pittman in
Special to IFN RALEIGH — With Medicaid funding cuts scheduled to go into effect next month, Gov. Josh Stein joined affected North Carolinians to urge the N.C. General Assembly to reverse
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or
Special to IFN The Christian Mission is starting a new program to help participants keep moving — and prepare for the upcoming Turkey Trot. The Turkey Trotters walking club starts
BY JASON GARDNER The Mooresville Graded School District is once again proud to announce another clean financial audit, a testament to our unwavering commitment to our core value of integrity.
Mary Frances Ramseur Tatum was born on February 13, 1949, in Iredell County, to the late Rodney Ramseur Jr. and Mary A. Holland Ramseur. She departed this life on Monday,
Gordon Pershing Edwards Jr., 77, lovingly known to all simply as “Jr.” of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on September 22, 2025, at Novant Hospital in Huntersville with his devoted wife
Mary Agnes McClelland Watts, 83, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. She was born on September 23, 1942, in Iredell County to Willard Caldwell McClelland and
Brenda Renegar Martin, 82, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born in a log house in Davie County on Saturday, January
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Shepherds Fire-Rescue recently earned an upgrade in its fire insurance rating following an inspection by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Shepherds’ N.C. Response Rating System
Special to IFN Iredell Christian Ministries has launched its first-ever “Stock the Freezer” fundraiser, which runs through October 7. This initiative aims to support ICM’s expanding efforts to serve families
IFN Staff Emily Bosshart, one of seven candidates running for two at-large seats on the Statesville City Council in November’s election, has bowed out of the race. She announced her
BY JEFF CORBETT In his book “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” Robert Fulghum tells of a young minister overseeing a large group of seven- to
Special to IFN Opening weekend of Theatre Statesville’s Mississippi Queens was a rousing success, nearly selling out all three shows. The Southern comedy, written and directed by local Dalton Isaac,
BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue was alerted for a vehicle fire on Arthurs Road about 9:13 p.m. on Wednesday. The alarm was upgraded to a structure fire assignment when
Planning a casino trip without a solid budget is like walking into a maze blindfolded. You might have fun for a while, but you’ll probably end up lost and broke.
Thinking about relocating to a vibrant, fast-growing city with a high quality of life and strong community feel? You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of new residents discover the benefits
Moving is a big step, whether you’re relocating across town or heading to a new state. The excitement of settling into a new place often comes with stress, packing boxes,
Planning a move to Tampa, Florida, in 2025? Whether you’re relocating for work, retirement, or a lifestyle change, moving can feel like a major undertaking. Between packing your belongings, choosing
Moving to college is exciting, overwhelming, and sometimes downright stressful, especially if your new school is hundreds or even thousands of miles away from home. Whether you’re a freshman heading
Taxes are a major factor when deciding where to live, work, or start a business. Understanding the Bloomington, Ill., tax rate can help you plan your finances more effectively. This
If you’ve heard about Mike Tyson vapes and are interested in trying one for yourself, you’re definitely not alone because the Tyson vape brand is riding quite a wave of
BY DEBBIE PAGE During a special Wednesday night meeting led by Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Oxsher, the Troutman Town Council unanimously passed a 30-month building moratorium that will stop all
Special to IFN The march to kick off the fourth annual Statesville Pride Festival will begin at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, in Downtown. Walkers, accompanied by convertibles, will
Jackie Lee Tayes King, 61, of Lexington, N.C., passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Catawba Valley Medical Center following an extended illness. Jackie was born in Iredell County on