BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously to recommend denial of a conditional rezoning request for nearly 24 acres on South Eastway Drive near the
Author: Mike Fuhrman
Ms. Annie Mae Davidson, 80, of Statesville, N.C., daughter of the late Theodore Roosevelt Davidson Sr. and Haldren Taggert Davidson, was born on January 21, 1942, in Statesville, N.C. She
Virginia R. Christopher, 95, of Statesville, N.C., entered her heavenly home on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, during her time at Maple Leaf Health Care in Iredell County. Virginia was born
Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare announced the return of Dr. Robert Reindollar to the Piedmont HealthCare Gastroenterology office in Statesville. Dr. Reindollar has served this community for almost
Special to Iredell Free News Margaret Mead was right when she said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the
Mary Whitlow Hinson, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on May 3, 2022. She was born on February 2, 1933, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late H.H. and Grace
Arlene Faye Grubb Gould, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on April 30, 2022. She was born on August 3, 1927, in Detroit, Mich., to the late William and Mildred
Clyde Lindburg “Paw Paw” Stout of Statesville, N.C., gained his heavenly wings on Monday, May 2, 2022, at 1:18 p.m. Pawpaw fought a battle with several health issues; dementia being
FROM STAFF REPORTS A suspect in a shooting that occurred last month in Statesville was apprehended by Statesville police on Thursday morning. Statesville officers and members of the Carolinas Regional
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The men who left a birthday party at a house off Rita Avenue in Statesville in the early morning hours of January 6, 2018, were upset when
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Smiles were abundant at Central Elementary School when students were treated to Mr. Marvel’s Bye Bye Bullies Magic Show. Kindergarten through fifth-grade students attended what Principal Kelly
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Town of Mooresville Board of Commissioners recognized the service and sacrifices of the law enforcement community during Monday’s town board meeting. Commissioner Gary West read proclamations
Billie Harwell Stutts of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on May 2, 2022. She was born April 4, 1933, and was a lifelong resident of Mooresville and lifelong member of Central
Shelley Karriker Hudson, 53, beloved wife, was called to her savior’s loving arms on May 2, 2022. She entered this world on June 5, 1968, in Charlotte, N.C., born to
Ashley Nicole Muse Knight, 40, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away May 2, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., after an extended illness. Ashley was born June 21, 1981,
Homer James Davis, 82 of Olin, N.C., died Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born in Iredell County on April 19, 1940, to the late Houston
John Watson “J.W.” Massey, 91, beloved husband, father and pawpaw, went to his heavenly home on Monday, May 2, 2022, at his son’s home in Emerald Isle. J.W. was born
James Theodore Cheatham III, 87, died Sunday, May 1, 2022. He is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Brenning Bunch Cheatham. Jim and Bren were married in Statesville,
Special to Iredell Free News Two directors from EnergyUnited, Cheryl Wright and Craig Black, recently received certifications from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). Wright received the Credentialed Cooperative
Special to Iredell Free News Effective immediately, Iredell Health System is easing its visitor restrictions at Iredell Memorial Hospital and throughout the Iredell Physician Network to allow individuals of all
Special to Iredell Free News Modern Rock, Classic Rock, 80’s, Blues, Funk, Pop, Soul, Metal, R&B band SOULWATT will kick off the 2022 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects, including a verified gang member, face felony drug charges following a month-long investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office into the distribution of crystal methamphetamine
BY MIKE FUHRMAN When Kevin Turner’s murder trial resumes in Iredell County Superior Court on Wednesday morning, the jury will hear the testimony of another key prosecution witness. That witness,
Special to Iredell Free News The Historic Sharpe House is planning its annual Mother’s Day Tea for Saturday, May 7. The outdoor event is held on the home’s beautiful back
Howard Anton Barraclough, 74, died on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. He would have you know that he died, he wasn’t
Jo Ann Morrison, 66, of Statesville, N.C., passed away May 2, 2022, at Gordan Hospice House in Statesville after an extended illness. Jo Ann was born in Iredell County to
Russell Babers Rhodes Sr., 93, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at Spring Arbor of Greensboro. Born on December 9, 1928, in Augusta, Ga., he was
Alice Estelle Hunsucker, 88, of Newton, N.C., passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born December 27, 1933, in Salinas, Calif., she was the daughter of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — More than two dozen school districts across North Carolina will share nearly $400 million in new state lottery-funded grant awards for school construction,
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Two Statesville businesses, Johnson Greenhouses and 220 Cafe, recently teamed up to raise money to help the World Central Kitchen feed Ukrainian people. The organization has served
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools administrators kicked off the second part of the Board of Education meeting on Monday night by outlining commitments parents should expect from the school system.
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville City Manager Ron Smith presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 to the City Council on Monday evening. The spending plan, which maintains the current
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing Tuesday and then vote to consider the creation of a watershed density averaging text amendment — a move
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville City Council took what it acknowledged were long-overdue steps toward honoring an area of Statesville’s unique history on Monday. Mayor Costi Kutteh announced that the
BY MIKE FUHRMAN A co-defendant in the shooting death of Freeman Jacobi Wells testified on Monday that Kevin Turner was a member of the group of men who opened fire
Special to Iredell Free News Cub Scout Pack #173 in Mourne Mourne held its annual Cub Scout Olympics recently at Fair View United Methodist Church. The Cub Scouts participated by