BY KARISSA MILLER The word i s “beguile.” Meriam Webster’s Dictionary defines it as leading by deception. For The Brawley School sixth-grade student Rishidharan Jayakumar, the word meant victory. Rishidharan
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Marie Colvard Stafford, 94, of Rougemont, N.C., and formerly of Statesville, N.C., passed away at her residence on Friday, February 26, 2021. Born in Watauga County, N.C., on October 11,
Kenneth “Speck” Ray Sipes Sr., 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021, at Accordius Health of Statesville. He was born Friday, May 26, 1933, in Iredell
Joe Alexander Pierce, 66, of Granite Falls, N.C., passed away at his residence on Friday, February 26, 2021. Born in Iredell County on May 4, 1954, he was the son of
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and associated challenges, crime decreased in the City of Statesville in 2020, but reports of some categories of violent crimes increased from
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College’s Nu Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society was recently honored as a 2021 PTK Recognizing Excellence in Acceptance and
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Evelyn Edminsten Funderburk, who was last seen early Tuesday morning at Iredell Memorial Hospital. At 8:01 a.m. Tuesday her car,
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday unanimously approved a $46.6 million budget for 2021-2022. The plan calls for a $1.2 million increase in spending, or
Robert John Hatcher, 33, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021. He was born on November 8, 1987, in Statesville, N.C., to Jeffrey and Connie Trivett Hatcher.
Mr. Darrius Richard Burton, who was affectionately called “Big Twin,” 56, of 1313 School Street, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on February 8, 1965, and was the
Mr. Nicholas Dewayne Satterfield, 46, of 1222 Rolling Lane, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on October 18, 1974, and was the son of Terry Lewis Carson and Margaret
Special to Iredell Free News William T. Stetzer has been named Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, following the departure of U.S. Attorney Andrew Murray on
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council voted to proceed with the acquisition of two pieces of property on Wagner Street and to pursue the purchase of four unidentified
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department will begin accepting online appointments this week for upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics. This appointment system will allow residents to personally
Video ARS Executive Director Jim Duffey discusses open enrollment deadline, construction and planned opening of new downtown campus and $750K federal grant
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina has another tested, safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine to protect against virus-related hospitalization and death. The federal government authorized the distribution of
Willie Mae “Nanny” Brannan Long, 92, of Harmony, N.C., entered into rest on Friday, February 26, 2021, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. A native of Franklin County, Tenn.,
Mrs. Mary Starrette Warren passed away with her family at her side on February 23, 2021, at the age of 100. She was born in Iredell County, N.C., to Noah
On Saturday, February 27, 2021, Evon Cook Lambert, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully at her home, following a short period of declining health. Her loving husband of 59
William “Bill” Claude Link, 59, of Bethlehem, N.C., passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021, at his home after an extended illness. He was born February 4, 1962, in Iredell County
Margaret “Sue” Teat Laughridge, 71, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. She was born on October 31, 1949, to the late Vernon and Mary Lee Smith
Special to Iredell Free News The month of March marks one year since the COVID-19 pandemic hit Iredel County. While the pandemic still continues, Iredell Health System is taking time
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools officials reported a total of eight cases of secondary spread of COVID-19 last week as the coronavirus continues to directly impact instruction for a small
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners recently presented former N.C. Rep. John Fraley with a plaque in appreciation for his service and contributions to the citizens of
Special to Iredell Free News Effective Monday, March 1, the City of Statesville is limiting walk-in access to the Customer Service Office at 301 S. Center Street to protect the
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 12 ♦ Jordan Dominick Johnson, 33, of Murray Road, Orangeburg, S.C., charged with possession of a firearm
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Troutman Mayor Teross Young recently honored Henry Young for his work to beautify a section of ESC Park near the pavilion as his Eagle Scout Project.
Employment Opportunities This position is 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
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Kaiser Family Foundation ranks North Carolina as first in the nation for vaccinating the largest share of its 65 and older population at 49
Lt. Col. Aleck Leroy Biehl, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021. He was born on January 30, 1943, in Billett, Ill., to the late Roy
On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, the Lord called Edward Allen White home and said unto him, “well done, good and faithful servant.” Ed was given 57 incredible years filled with love,
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville Recreation and Parks has extended registration for Spring Youth Baseball/Softball until 5 p.m. on Monday, March 8. Baseball: Four baseball divisions
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 19 ♦ Shawn Glenwood Cannon, 20, of Riding Hill Avenue, Charlotte, charged with trafficking in marijuana,
John Henry Clanton Jr., 76, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021. He was born on April 26, 1944 in Statesville, N.C., to the late John and
Corey Alan Robinson, 34, of Statesville, N.C., passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Corey was born on October 24, 1986, in Charleston, W.Va., and is the
Mr. William Thomas “Buck” Cheatham IV, 93, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at Gordon Hospice House. He was born on January 13, 1928, in Burlington,