BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Crosby Scholars of Iredell County is kicking off its 10th year of supporting local students. The nonprofit assists students in public middle and high schools to prepare
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Special to IFN Danielle Simmons has been promoted to director of Critical Care and Progressive Care units at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Simmons graduated with her associate degree in nursing from
Thinking about relocating to Northern Virginia? Woodbridge, VA is increasingly becoming a popular destination for individuals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle near Washington, D.C. This moving to Woodbridge, VA
Thinking about moving to Wayne, New Jersey? Whether you’re relocating for a job, looking to raise a family, or simply exploring your options within Northern New Jersey, this Living in
August 06, RALEIGH, N.C.– North Carolina is projected to become the 7th most populated state in the U.S. by the early 2030s, driven by steady economic expansion and population growth.
Sylvia Anna Jones, 70, was born on Monday, August 30, 1954, in Alexander County, N.C., and departed this life on August 4, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House
Laura Hampton Davis, 34, of Mooresville, N.C., left her earthly body on Sunday, August 3, 2025, after a horrific medical event. Laura was born in Charlotte, N.C., on April 29,
Mr. Waitsell Delano Lackey, 89, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025. Born on July 2, 1936, in Iredell County, he lived a long, faithful life
Mary Esther Burget Zittle, 83, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on August 3, 2025. Born December 8, 1941 in Tyrone, Pa., she was the daughter of
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC) celebrated the opening of its new Mooresville location at The Christian Mission (TCM) facility in Mooresville with a ribbon-cutting
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A plan to transform the Monroe Street area into a gateway for the City of Statesville was presented to city council Monday night. Monroe Street is the
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Board of Education reviewed the district’s nearly $3.9 million Title I plan for the 2025-2026 school year during Monday night’s meeting. Title I funds provide
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Voter registration deadlines are approaching for eligible North Carolinians who wish to vote on Election Day in September, October, and November municipal elections. The regular
Terry Lane Stone, 69, passed away on Friday August 1, 2025. Terry was born in Lenoir, North Carolina on February 21,1956 to the late James Stone and Grace Wolfe Stone.
Special to IFN Local favorites The Night Move Band will perform on Saturday, August 9, at the Alexander County Courthouse Park, located at 101 West Main Avenue in Taylorsville. The
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department announced Monday that three individuals face criminal charges in connection with a domestic assault that occurred Saturday. Officers initially responded to a call for
Mr. James (Jim) Donald Clanton of Statesville, N.C., transitioned to his eternal reward in the late evening of August 1, 2025, following several weeks of declining health. He and twin
REP. TODD CARVER Last week I had said I hoped to override four of Gov. Josh Stein’s vetoes during the week. Instead the N.C. General Assembly completed overrides on eight
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Iredell County’s unemployment rate increased to 3.7 percent in June, up from 3.4 percent in May, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce. Iredell County
Special to IFN RALEIGH — As children across the state return to school this month, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services reminds families that vaccinations are an important part
Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival (FBFF) on Monday announced its full schedule of screenings, events, and special programs for the 10th annual festival, which is set for
Special to IFN Bobbi Williams, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist for the City of Statesville Recreation & Parks Department, has been named the 2025 Special Olympics North Carolina Local Coordinator of the
James Charles Mullis Sr., 95, of Harmony, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Born on January 1, 1930 in Iredell County, N.C., he was
Ricky Gene Myers passed away Friday, August 1, 2025. He was born in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Billy Myers and Nellie Wallace Myers on January 23, 1957. He
Harriet Ethel Henderson Troutman, 79, of Harmony, N.C., and formerly of Shelby, N.C., Greenville, S.C., and Summerton, S.C., died on Thursday, July 31, 2025 after several years of declining health.
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department is investigating a murder-suicide that occurred on Saturday afternoon. Officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Fifth Street about 1:30 p.m. Saturday in
Special to IFN The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 18th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, October 11. The rain-or-shine event, which runs from 3 to 6 p.m., will
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 25 ♦ Thomas Lee Sherrill, 33, of Barry Oak Road, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine, maintaining
BY KARISSA MILLER West Iredell High School hosted the annual “Back 2 School Bash” event Saturday to equip students with needed school supplies, backpacks, socks, shoes, food and some fun
Special to IFN Eight students from Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont enjoyed a MedStem Camp hosted by Iredell Health System throughout the month of July, giving them insight
Special to IFN Mooresville resident Justin Crews has announced his candidacy for the Ward 4 seat on the Town Board of Commissioners. A husband and father of seven who works
James “Buck” Alexander Brown, 79, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House following an extended illness. James was born in Iredell County
Mary Bunton Emery, 99, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House following an extended illness. Mary was born in Alexander County on January
Virginia “Ginger” Sloan Donahue, 92, beloved wife of the late Clarence Eugene Donahue, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025 at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after a
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Special to IFN The Harmony High School Class of 1962 recently celebrated its 63rd class reunion at Boxcar Grille in Statesville. While enjoying their meal, the classmates shared school memories