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CATS auto repair program chosen for highly selective pilot program

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Career Academy and Technical School’s automotive collision repair program was one of a dozen schools selected to participate in Collision Repair Education Foundation’s (CREF) pilot donation program.

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Federal prosecutors intensifying efforts to stop rising mail thefts

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The U.S. Attorney’s Office has intensified federal efforts to address the surge in mail thefts by increasing the prosecution of cases involving stolen mail, announced Dena J.

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Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont forming troops for new year

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN If you’re in search of community that values friendship, learning, adventure and leadership, look no further than the world of Girl Scouting. Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to

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Masters of Soul bringing Motown classics to Statesville on September 21

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Masters of Soul will take the stage at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville on Saturday, September 21, to open the 2024-2025 season of Performing Arts Live. The

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Patricia Holler Burns

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia Holler Burns, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Iredell Memorial Hospital following a period of declining health. She was born in Iredell County

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Marsha Kay Hazelwood Barnett

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Marsha “Blackie” Kay Hazelwood Barnett, 66, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on September 9, 2024, at her home residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Mercer County,

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David Warren Hamby

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

David Warren Hamby, 73, of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. He was born November 15, 1950, to the late Leonard Allen Hamby and

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Florinda Olloqui Vallejo

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Florinda Olloqui Vallejo, 72, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at her residence. She was born on July 18, 1952, to the late Felipe Olloqui and Felipa

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Victims of terror attacks remembered in 9/11 Memorial Walk (Photos)

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Town of Mooresville, in partnership with the Mooresville-Lake Norman Exchange Club and Richard’s Coffee Shop, remembered the lives lost on September 11, 2001 , on Wednesday

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Statesville Internal Medicine moving to new location

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville Internal Medicine, formerly Nicholson Internal Medicine, is moving to 738 Bryant Street in the former office of Southern Oncology. Some long-time residents may remember this as

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Organizers preparing for 49th Carolina BalloonFest

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The skies over Statesville are set to dazzle once again as the 49th annual Carolina BalloonFest returns to the Statesville Regional Airport on October 18-20. Presented by

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Dinner on West Broad event raises awareness of Carolina Farm Trust’s mission

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The mission of Carolina Farm Trust is to strengthen the local food system in the Carolinas. It couldn’t get more local than it did Tuesday evening for

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Mitchell Community College forges partnership with Appalachian State’s Aspire Appalachian program 

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College has partnered with Appalachian State University’s Aspire Appalachian program, which provides a streamlined path for students enrolled in community colleges to complete their bachelor’s

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Troutman Council hears updates on pedestrian and transportation projects

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Town Planner Andrew Ventresca gave Troutman Town Council members an update on several pedestrian and transportation projects during the council’s agenda briefing on Monday afternoon. Ventresca reminded

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Linda Summers Adams

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Linda Summers Adams, 75, of Statesville, N.C., died Monday, September 9, 2024, at her home after a lengthy illness. She was born in Iredell County on November 23, 1948, to

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Camel City Yacht Club to perform this week at Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

  Special to IFN The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series returns to Downtown Statesville on Friday evening with the smooth sounds of the 70s and 80s with

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Kevin Patrick Collins

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Kevin Patrick Collins, 61, of Mooresville, N.C., a beloved brother, son and friend, passed away August 15, 2024, after suffering a traumatic brain injury. Kevin is survived by his father,

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Jerry Dale Hinson

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Jerry Dale Hinson, 79, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House surrounded by loved ones. After many years of declining health, he

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Absentee voting on hold across state following N.C. State Supreme Court ruling

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — County boards of elections in North Carolina are now working to design and print new ballots for the 2024 general election without the We The People

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Judge Robert A. Collier Jr.

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

The Honorable Judge Robert “Bob” A. Collier Jr. passed away on September 8, 2024, after a period of declining health. Born in Statesville, N.C., on January 13, 1931, he was

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Photo Gallery: Cool Springs VFD personnel conduct vehicle fire training

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM The Cool Springs Volunteer Fire Department conducted a vehicle fire training for its members on Monday evening. Directed by senior members of the departmet, many new members

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Stony Point VFD to hold 17th Annual Cruise-In on October 12

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 17th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, October 12. The rain-or-shine event, which is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m.,

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2024 Full Bloom Film Festival enjoys record-breaking year

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The 2024 Full Bloom Festival concluded a record-breaking run on Saturday evening with a memorable awards ceremony at The Inn on Front Street in Statesville. The festival

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Birth Announcements: August 26 – September 8

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: AUGUST 26 ♦ A girl, Zoey Jean Burrell, born to Brittanie Holder and Davota Burrell of

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I-SS Board approves $2.7 million bid for Harmony Elementary renovations

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education met Monday night and accepted general contractor Simcon Company LLC’s $2.7 million bid — the lowest among five received by the

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NCDHHS urging vaccinations after confirmation of first measles case in North Carolina since 2018

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced a confirmed case of measles (rubeola) in a child in Mecklenburg County on Monday. This is

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Statesville High student charged with bringing loaded handgun to school

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville High School student faces a felony charge after a school resources officer found a loaded handgun in the student’s backpack on Monday morning. About 8:50

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William Nathan Steele

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

William Nathan Steele, 40, of Statesville, N.C., who was known as “Pooh Bear,” passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2024, at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. William was born

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Benjamin Michael Yates

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

On September 8, 2024, Benjamin Michael Yates, 45, passed into the presence of the Lord surrounded by his loving family. Ben was preceded in death by his mother, Lesia Crawford

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American Renaissance School to present Downtown Harmonies Music Festival on September 14

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN American Renaissance School will host the Downtown Harmonies Music Festival on Saturday, September 14. Organizers promise a full day of live music, food, artisan crafts, and family

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Mooresville police investigating fatal shooting at Meadowlark Glen Apartments

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mooresville Police Department detectives are currently investigating an overnight shooting which resulted in the death of a Concord man. About 11:14 p.m. on Sunday, MPD officers responded

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That’s My Dogg: Veteran builds successful business after moving to Statesville area

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN After working in restaurant management in Charlotte for about 15 years, Dante Reid grew weary from the long hours and frequent phone calls on his day off.

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Treasurer Folwell announces record unclaimed cash payouts in 2023-2024

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — For the fourth year in a row, the Unclaimed Property Division of the Department of State Treasurer has smashed the record for returning unclaimed money,

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Martha Ellen Jones

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Martha Ellen Stevenson Jones, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Martha was born on February 26, 1930, in Iredell County to the late Carl Brown

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Iredell commissioners delay decision on rural subdivision restrictions, consider allocating some rollback revenues for farmland preservation

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners will wait to vote on a proposal to restrict the density of future residential development in rural areas until it receives

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An Inspiration: Rachel Spencer celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY AMY FUHRMAN Even after 100 years, it’s still possible to surprise Rachel Spencer now and again. Following Sunday services at Covenant ARP Church, Spencer walked into a church hall

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