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Leonilde Gomez Ruiz

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Leonilde Gomez Ruiz, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at her residence. She was born on May 2, 1940, in Colombia to the late Jesus

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David Michael Hawthorne

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. David Michael Hawthorne, 38, of Statesville, N.C. passed away unexpectedly due to a car accident on Thursday, August 1, 2024. He was born in Bluefield, W.Va., on June 5,

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Back 2 School Bash helps students prepare for new school year (Photos)

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER More than 1,000 families turned out Saturday for the 2024 Back 2 School Bash, an event that helps local students start the new academic year ready for

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Lessons in Sustainability: YMCA summer campers share ‘ugly food’ art (Photos)

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Family YMCA held its annual “Eat Lunch With a Camper” event on Thursday. Chef Michael Spencer prepared a delicious meal for Executive Director Blake Blakley,

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Mooresville Graded School District kicks off new year with spirited convocation (Photo Gallery)

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

MBY DEBBIE PAGE Wearing costumes and their school T-shirts and carrying props to demonstrate their spirit, Mooresville Graded School District employees entered the Mooresville High Performing Arts Center lobby to

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Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont needs old computers for its Students-in-Training program

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont is in need of used computers for its Students-in-Training program (SiT).  Launched in 2023 with a grant from the

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (August 2)

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Frederick Leonard Scott Sr.

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Frederick Leonard Scott Sr., 71, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Monday, July 29, 2024, at the Compass Health Care Rehabilitation in Spencer, N.C., following an extended illness. He was

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Allen Wayne Bentley

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Allen Wayne Bentley, 73, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus Medical Center in Concord, N.C. He was born on July 25, 1951,

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Christopher Sheridan Nelson

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Chris Nelson, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, at the age

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Tyler Michael Allen

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Tyler Michael Allen, a beloved soul who graced this Earth with his gentle spirit, is remembered with joy and celebration. Born on February 17, 2003, in Wellesley, Mass., Tyler completed

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Joan Bennett

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Joan Bennett, 88, passed away at Brookdale Peachtree in Statesville, N.C., on July 31, 2024. She was born in Ames, Iowa, to Charley and Marian Finch, growing up in California,

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Barbara “Ann” Everidge

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Barbara Ann Williams Everidge, 70, of Troutman, N.C., died Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House following a lengthy illness. She was born in Iredell County on July 28,

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Ruth JoAnna Creedmore

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth JoAnna Daniels Creedmore, 103, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. Ruth was born on March 16, 1921, in Iredell County,

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Patricia Ann Daly

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Ann Daly passed away July 31, 2024, at the age of 77 in Statesville, N.C., following a short illness. Ms. Daly was born in Metuchen, N.J., on March 10,

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Birth Announcements: July 21-29

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JULY 21 ♦ A boy, Barrett Lee Blankenship, born to Jonathan and Miranda Blankenship of Taylorsville.

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Campbell appointed chairman of N.C. Sheriffs’ Association Executive Board

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County Sheriff Darren E. Campbell has been appointed to serve as chairman of the Executive Board of the N.C. Sheriffs’ Association. The appointment was made during

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Photo Gallery: Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont hosts Community Day

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont hosted its third Community Day of the year on Thursday. The Statesville Police Department completely funded the end-of-summer event,

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U.S. News & World Report names Iredell Health System among Best Hospitals for 2024-2025

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Health System has been named a high-performing hospital by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals rankings. The system was awarded the high performing

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City of Statesville lifts water restrictions following recent rainfall

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville on Thursday lifted all voluntary and mandatory water-use restrictions as a result of recent rainfall across the region.  The N.C. Drought Management Advisory

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Vincent Dean Brock

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Vincent Dean Brock, 61, of Harmony, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. He was born September 18, 1962, in Chicago, Ill., to Sally

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Betty Jean Elam

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

In loving memory of Betty Jean Elam, a beloved member of the Mooresville, N.C., community, who passed away on July 31, 2024, at the age of 96. Betty was born

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Mary Beth Campbell

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Beth Fitch Campbell, a cherished soul known for her quiet demeanor and artistic talents, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, surrounded by love. Throughout her life, Beth was

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Donald L. Campbell

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Donald L. Campbell, known fondly as Don, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 27, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on February 25, 1942, in

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Lynn Mayes White

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Lynn Mayes White went to his eternal home on July 31, 2024. Born on June 22, 1931, in Hiddenite, N.C., Lynn was the youngest of nine children of Henry Marvin

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Betty Jean Smyre Robinson

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Betty Jean Smyre Robinson, 81, of Statesville, N.C., was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 26, 2024, at her residence. She was born in Iredell

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N.B. Mills Elementary School welcomes students back for start of new year (Photos)

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The hallways of N.B. Mills Elementary School were filled with excitement on Thursday morning as teachers and staff welcomed students back for the start of the school

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Former I-SS assistant principal receives suspended prison sentence after being convicted of two sex charges

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A former Iredell-Statesville Schools assistant principal received a suspended prison sentence and supervised probation after being convicted of a pair of felony sex charges in Iredell County

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NC’s K-3 students continue to outperform national average on reading skills assessment

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — For the third year in a row, North Carolina’s kindergarten through third grade students outperformed the national average on end-of-year literacy assessments, according to data

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Home off Indian Springs Drive destroyed by early morning fire

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Firefighters from Mooresville, Mount Mourne, Shepherds and South Iredell fire departments battled a structure fire on Indian Springs Drive early Thursday morning. After being dispatched around 4:45

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Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau to host annual Tourism Summit and Awards

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Convention and Visitors Bureau wil host the 3rd annual Celebrate Statesville Tourism Summit and Awards on Wednesday, November 6. The event, which will take place

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Randy Cherry

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Randy Cherry, 66, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2024, at noon at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in

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Salvador Dominguez

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Salvador “Sal” Dominguez, 88, of Mooresville, N.C., and Hilton Head, S.C., died on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Sal was born on May 4, 1936, in Irun, Spain, to the late

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Don Russell Mills

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Don Russell Mills, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Don was born August 21, 1942, in Iredell County. He

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N.C. Medicaid to cover cost of Opill oral contraceptive at pharmacies statewide

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper joined N.C. Department of Health and Human Services leadership and a representative from Walgreens on Wednesday for an announcement on Medicaid coverage

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ICSO School Resource Officers preparing for 2024-2025 school year

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In preparation for the upcoming school year, the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer Unit has been training to ensure the safety and security of our

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