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
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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
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members on Monday are expected to consider a motion to censure board member Mike Kubiniec for a second time. Chairman Bill Howell
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 1 ♦ Ashlie Ann Natali, 39, of Mt. Ulla Highway, Mooresville, charged with possession of methamphetamine,
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Saturday was an exciting day for skateboarders in Statesville and the surrounding area. With the official opening of the new David J. Meachem Cultural, Arts, Sports &
Fern Elizabeth Mathis Meredith, 94, of Statesville, N.C., died Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at her home. She was born in Wilkes County, N.C., on April 22, 1930, to the late
Joyce Burrus Keever, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mrs. Keever was born February 20, 1935, in Newton, N.C., to
Lawrence Carl Vogt, 77, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. He was born on September 9, 1946, in Rochester, N.Y.,
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell Council on Aging hosted a large crowd for the ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new administrative offices on Thursday afternoon. The nonprofit recently completed phase I
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MAY 15 ♦ Conrad Alexander Burke, 45, of Michelle Linnea Drive, Charlotte, charged with organized retail theft and
Special to Iredell Free News United Way of Iredell County is accepting subcontractor applications for general contractors willing to perform home repair work in Iredell County under a variety of
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will host the return of its Summer Art Camp from June 17-20. Professional artist and middle school art teacher Chrystal Ingersoll
BY AMY FUHRMAN Downtown Statesville was packed as people turned out in large numbers as Kids in America — Totally 80s Tribute Band kicked off the 2024 Piedmont HealthCare Friday
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident and a juvenile face numerous charges in connection with the theft of two vehicles as well as charges related to several car
Terrence “Terry” Dewitt Morton Sr., 86, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at his home. He was born September 6, 1937, in Anson County, N.C., to
Ernest “Ernie” Cone Crymes Jr., 80, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte. Ernie was born July 16, 1943, in
Cheri Ann Waugh Caldwell, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at her home on June 6, 2024. She was born in Alliance, Ohio, on January 18, 1961, to Arthur Allen
Raymond Mae Robbins Jr., 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at The Greens at Maple Leaf nursing facility on June 6, 2024. He was born in Rock Hill, S.C., on
Colene Stroud Clarke, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at her home. Colene was born on December 18, 1932, in Iredell County and was the