Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Two Iredell County industrial expansion projects were among 16 statewide that were awarded grants totaling $4.13 million by the N.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 2 ♦ Shaquan Malik Bryant, 20, of Paces Oak Boulevard, Charlotte, charged with possession of a
These positions are subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The Division of Employment Security (DES) has detected a recent increase in suspected imposter fraud in the unemployment benefits system. Fraud safeguards put
Ten-year-old Devin Kiser was first diagnosed with leukemia in 2016 BY KARISSA MILLER Devin Kiser smiled and burst into laughter inside his hospital room on Friday as he watched his
Robert Franklin Connor, 83, of Sherrills Ford, N.C., passed away doing what he loved to do, playing golf, on Friday, December 10, 2021. He was born on January 30, 1938,
Judy Carpenter Reed passed peacefully at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C., on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at the age of 76. Judy is survived by her mother, Martha
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: NOVEMBER 24 ♦ Robert L. Couser, 46, of Morton Street, Rochester, N.Y., charged with speeding to elude arrest.
BY KARISSA MILLER Ongoing problems with the two central office buildings are concerns for Iredell-Statesville Schools administrative staff. After years of discussing having one central office staff building, the school
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Iredell Homeless Coalition observed its first year of community service during its December meeting by sharing success stories from the previous year and information about
Special to Iredell Free News The deadline to apply for a chance to represent EnergyUnited on the 2022 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. is December 31, 2021. Applications
Special to Iredell Free News When you have a bacterial illness like strep throat, antibiotics can cure your infection and help you feel better quickly. However, when used improperly, antibiotics
Linda Ethel Martin, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on December 10, 2021. She was born on October 7, 1943, in Savannah, Ga., to the late John and Juanita Edwards
Kathryn “Kathy” Hughes Chaffins of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on December 8, 2021, at the S Mitchell Mack Hospice House. She was 89 years old and was born into
It is with great sadness that the family of John Smith Harlow Jr. announces his passing at the age of 72. He was at home surrounded by his daughters as
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreeenews@gmail.com Facing a packed chamber with 15 attendees overflowing to standing room only in the lobby, the Troutman Town Council unanimously approved the Troutman Logistics project as
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Eligibility for Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster shot has been expanded to include 16- and 17-year-olds, making safe and effective boosters now available for everyone ages
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating the following crime reports: NOVEMBER 24 ♦ Goldsboro Avenue: Sex Offense Felony Rape-Forcible NOVEMBER 26 ♦ Shelton Avenue: Commercial Breaking &
Special to Iredell Free News Betty’s School of Dance will present “The Nutcracker” on Saturday and Sunday at Statesville High School’s Mac Gray Auditorium. Performances of the ballet will begin
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Tickets are still available for the Circle of Giving’s Winter Gala, scheduled for Saturday evening at the Statesville Civic Center. The gala features a DJ and live
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Christmas cheer was abundant at the Statesville Walmart on Thursday night as members of the Iredell County Fraternal Order of Police held the lodge’s annual “Shop with
FROM STAFF RPORTS Law enforcement officers have determined there was not a credible threat of violence at Lake Norman High School despite rumors of a planned shooting on the campus.
Shirley Feimster Deal, 83, of Union Grove, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Davis Regional Medical Center. She was born in Raleigh, N.C.,
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman’s Live Nativity begins Thursday night with a large contingent of spectators expected to drive through the Iredell County Fairgrounds to see the depiction of
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville’s ban on burning remains in effect. While Iredell County has lifted the burn ban for unincorporated areas and the towns of
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell is seeking re-election to a third term. Campbell, who filed his candidacy paperwork with the elections office on Tuesday, announced his campaign
Nicholas “Nick” Shaun Stillwell, 37, of Mooresville, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. He was born on September 27, 1984, in Mecklenburg County, N.C., to Debbie McGraw Lambert and
Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey offers tips to keep families safe this winter Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In recognition of Winter Weather Preparedness Week, which runs from December 5-11
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Board of Commissioners Chairman James Mallory will not run for re-election in 2022. Mallory, 66, a Republican who was first elected in 2014, shared his
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Community leaders and Mooresville Graded School District officials didn’t let a chilly morning take away from the excitement of Wednesday’s groundbreaking for Selma Burke Middle School. Mooresville
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County business and industry leaders are optimistic about the coming year. Iredell Economic Development Corporation (EDC) President and CEO Jenn Bosser presented the results of an
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council discussed a substantially amended wastewater agreement between the town, Children’s Hope Alliance, and Iredell County in which Iredell County will provide all
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The North Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday suspended candidate filing for all offices for the 2022 primary election. This includes filing for rescheduled
Edith Lucille Pardue Lambert, 97, of Statesville, N.C., died Saturday, November 6, 2021, at her home. She was born in Wilkes County, N.C., on March 18, 1927, to the late
Raymond Edgar “Ed” Williams, 85, of Mocksville, N.C., died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, with his loving wife by his side until the end. Mr. Williams
Jewel Alaina Mueller, 24, formerly of Statesville, N.C., died December 4, 2021. She was born June 11, 1997, in Catawba County, N.C. Survivors include her mother, Karen Sue Hugh Mueller;