Josephine Adams Millsaps, 90, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on June 13, 2024, at her home after an extended illness. Josephine was born September 5, 1933, in Alexander County to
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FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced on Thursday that deputies assigned to the ICSO Interstate Criminal Enforcement (ICE) Team had seized more than $400,000 linked to criminal
Special to Iredell Free News Nearly 1,500 athletes and unified partners met in Raleigh on May 31-June 2 for the 2024 Special Olympics North Carolina Summer Games. Special Olympics Iredell
Special to Iredell Free News The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series returns to Downtown Statesville on Friday, June 14, with Gump Fiction, the Ultimate 90’s Experience. The
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to building Weathers Creek High School, but not for $143 million or in the two-phase approach approved by the
Mrs. Dorothy Mentia Seigle Heaggans, 82, of 1103 Rolling Lane, Statesville, N.C., passed away at her home on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born in Rowan
John Frances Grassi, 79, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Plains, Pa., passed away on June 10, 2024. He was born in Old Forge, Pa., on May 4, 1945. John
Mark David Foster, 61, of Union Grove, N.C., died Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at his home. Born in McDowell County, N.C., on July 24, 1962, he was a son of
Gary Thomas Sherrill, 85, formerly of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, June 11, 2024, at Autumn Care of Shallotte, N.C. Born in Iredell County on September 9, 1938, he was a
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Photography Club invites local photographers to submit their best work for the 2024 Carolina Photography Competition. This year’s competition is open to photographers
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has recommended the State of North Carolina invest $745 million in quality child care and early childhood education programs to help
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) has been designated as a Nationally Accredited Main Street America program for the third year in a row. The accreditation
BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Finance Director Justin Mundy presented town council members with a series of budget amendments to finalize the accounting of the 2023-2024 budget, including unexpected revenues as
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday accepted general contractor Monteith Construction Corp.’s $143.1 million bid for construction of Weathers Creek High School. In a lengthy
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department has seen an increase in commercial breaking and entering cases over the past couple of weeks. Since January, SPD has responded
Editor’s Note: Iredell Health System is celebrates its 70th anniversary this month. The nonprofit’s success is s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of employees, both past and present. More
Lucy Ball Rash, 89, of Statesville, N.C. passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House following a period of declining health. Born April 29, 1935, in Surry
Susan Annette Lentz Stinson, 68, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, June 10, 2024, surrounded by family after a fierce and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was
Flora Ann Gaither Jordan, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Roy A. Gaither Sr. and Mary Templeton
Charlot Lorene Fox McCoy, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed from this life into eternal life on Thursday, June,6, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House following a lengthy illness. She was
George James Merkel Jr., 82, of Mooresville, N.C., away peacefully at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House on June 9, 2024. George was born August 22, 1941, in Queens, N.Y.,
Ms. Maureen Ann Rucker, 39, of 930 Winston Avenue, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on November 15, 1984, and was the daughter of Donald Lee Rucker and Shirley
Special to Iredell Free News The 20th Anniversary Judged Photography Show & Competition is now on display in the Mooresville Depot’s Center Gallery. Forty-two local and regional photographers participated in
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department will host an informative presentation on lead poisoning, specifically aimed at medical providers who care for children. This event will
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education member Mike Kubiniec apologized publicly on Monday for using inappropriate language during a board meeting in April. “In one of the meetings,
BY MIKE FUHRMAN No one who saw the Iredell Elite volleyball team’s first practice would have predicted the team’s first season would end with a medal ceremony and a celebration
Eleanor “Ellie” Louise Carlson passed away after a long illness on June 9, 2024, at the age of 81 in Mooresville, N.C. She was born on January 1, 1943, in
Timothy Michael Watts, 57, of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at his home following a long fought illness. He was born in Bristol County, Mass., on June 26,
Special to Iredell Free News The Full Bloom Film Festival will host an inspiring and soulful evening featuring “Amazing Grace,” the renowned documentary film showcasing the legendary Aretha Franklin, on
Special to Iredell Free News Fred & June’s Books is partnering with Matt and Amy Myers to bring a “Normie”-themed scavenger hunt to Downtown Mooresville. With the goal of bringing
BY KARISSA MILLER The sound of power tools, pounding and hammering could be heard outside the Career Academy & Technical School last week during the Iredell-Statesville Schools’ Career and Technical
Special to Iredell Free News During the summer months, the internet can be an essential tool for children and families, as digital technology can provide educational material and entertainment for
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MAY 8 ♦ A girl, Camila Vazquez Porras, born to Juan Vazquez and Liliana
Dennis “Denny” Dale Nantz, 80, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. He was born on January 29, 1944,
Barbara Loray Stockman, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., entered Heaven on June 6, 2024, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on June 15, 1947, to Elvert and
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The architect for Iredell-Statesville Schools’ new high school has recommended that the I-SS Board of Education select Monteith Construction for the project and approve the contractor’s bid