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Author: Mike Fuhrman

Ruth Karriker Hodge

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth Karriker Hodge entered the church triumphant on December 29, 2020, after a brief illness. Ruth was born on November 27, 1941, to the late Mr. & Mrs. M.T. Karriker

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Ricky Touchette

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Ricky Touchette, 30, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born on January 26, 1990 in Chicopee, Mass. Ricky is survived by his parents, Richard

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North Carolinians can apply online for help with energy costs beginning January 4

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services will accept applications for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) and the Crisis Intervention Program

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NCDHHS forges partnership with NCCU to enhance COVID-19 outreach efforts

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is partnering with the North Carolina Central University’s Advanced Center for COVID-19 Related Disparities (NCCU ACCORD)

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Sheriff: Fugitive from California charged with felony assault following ICSO investigation

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A man who is wanted in California on a weapons charge faces numerous charges in Iredell County following a domestic violence incident near Mooresville. Iredell County Sheriff’s

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Edward Charles Dye

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Edward Charles Dye, son of Lizzie Katherine Scott Dye and the late James Charles Dye, was born in Alexander County, N.C., on February 18, 1958. He departed this life on

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Louise Sigmon Hunter

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Louise Sigmon Hunter, 83, went peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 28, 2020, after a courageous battle with a lengthy illness. Louise was born

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William Lee Smith Sr.

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

William Lee Smith Sr. was born September 1, 1962, and passed away December 25, 2020, making his stay on earth 58 years. He was the son of the late Robert

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June Suther Austin

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

June Suther Austin, 88, of Lincolnton, N.C., formerly of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Brian Center Lincolnton. Born September 16, 1932, in Cabarrus County, she

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Pradip Chimanlal Thakkar

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Pradip Chimanlal Thakkar, MD, 61, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020. Services will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 31, at Cavin-Cook

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Year in Review: The most-read stories of 2020 on Iredell Free News

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Thank you for helping Iredell Free News shatter our previous record for readership in 2020. The articles, photo galleries, videos and obituaries published on our website this

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Conrad Richard Dalton

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

In loving memory of Conrad Richard Dawson, who passed away peacefully in his home on the 21st of December, 2020, at age 78. His wife of 41 years, Bettie C.

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Ruth Johnson Ervin

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Ruth Johnson Ervin, 100, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. She was born on March 30, 1920, in Davidson, N.C., to the late Charlie and Carrie

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Brenda Robertson

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Ms. Brenda Robertson was born in Randolph County, N.C., on November 19, 1945, and was the daughter of the late James Carven Gray and Rosalee Holt Gray. She departed this

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Wanda Hoover Strickland

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Wanda Hoover Strickland, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020, at the VA Hospital in Salisbury, N.C. Mrs. Strickland was born September 10, 1951, in Asheboro,

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Olin Gale Niblock

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Olin Gale Niblock, 67, of Lexington, N.C., passed away, Sunday, December 27, 2020, at the Hinkle Hospice House in Thomasville, N.C. Olin was born August 31, 1953 in Greensboro, N.C.,

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Sondra Delane Waugh Deans

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Sondra Delane Waugh Deans, 50, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center in Mooresville, N.C. Born January 29, 1970, in Jacksonville,

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Tina Ann Cuneo Ellerby

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Tina Ann Cuneo Ellerby, 61, of Statesville, N.C, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at the Gordon Hospice House. Tina was born April 3, 1959 in Manhasset, N.Y., and was

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Dell Cyril Tyler

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Dell Cyril Tyler, 78, of Cato, N.Y., passed on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, in Statesville, N.C. He was born December 8, 1942, in Conquest, N.Y., the son of the late

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William Norris Keever

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

William Norris Keever, 86, of Hiddennite, N.C., passed away peacefully at Trinity Ridge in Hickory, N.C., on Friday December 25, 2020. Born December 22, 1934, in Alexander County, he was

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Piedmont HealthCare Job Openings (December 27)

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

  Employment Opportunities Piedmont HealthCare is a Multi-Specialty, Physician owned group with 180 providers in over 50  sites across Iredell County.  APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS HERE ♦ Audiology Tech –

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SIHS helps freshmen class transition to high school with Fun Fridays

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News With school starting virtually this year, South Iredell High School freshmen did not have the opportunity to have a traditional freshmen orientation. As a result,

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I-SS, Health Department notify parents of possible COVID-19 exposure at 19 district schools

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Iredell Health Department notified parents of students at 19 district schools of positive COVID-19 test results during the week before the holiday break.

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Viewpoint: For law enforcement community, 2020 has been a challenging year

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DARREN CAMPBELL I think that it would suffice to say that this Christmas was different for most of us. This year has been met with many challenges and quite

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SPD Crime Reports & Felony Arrests: December 4-17

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating the following crime reports: December 4 ♦ KELLY STREET: Felony Larceny from Motor Vehicle ♦ KELLY STREET: Felony Larceny from Motor

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City of Statesville announces New Year’s holiday schedule

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Statesville City offices and recreation facilities will be closed Friday, January 1, for New Year’s Day. Garbage Collection ♦ Residential: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday routes will

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Robert Peter Holcomb

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Robert Peter Holcomb, 96, of Mooresville, N.C., was called home to be with his Lord on December 22, 2020. He was the son of the late Elijah (Kirkman) Holcomb, Crissie

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William Adam Wooten

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Forever remembered by his infectious smile and servant’s heart, William Adam Wooten went to be with Jesus on December 24, 2020, at the age of 37. Adam made a statement

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Iredell County Government Job Openings (December 26)

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Employment Opportunities Iredell County receives applications online only. You may browse through the job openings below to learn about our current employment opportunities. If you do not have access to

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N.C. high school students encouraged to participate in CyberStart America competition

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — High school students in North Carolina are encouraged to explore careers in cybersecurity by participating in CyberStart America, an online cybersecurity talent search

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NCDHHS, local health departments expanding contact methods to reach people with COVID-19

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — To notify people as quickly as possible if they have tested positive for or been exposed to someone with COVID-19, the N.C. Department

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Thomas Edward Poteat

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Thomas Edward Poteat, 70, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. He was born on January 13, 1950, in Charlotte, N.C.,

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Steven Mark Grimsland

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Steven Mark Grimsland, 60, of Mooresville, N.C., died in a tragic accident on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, while working near Asheville, N.C. He is survived by his loving wife Stacie

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Mitchell Community College planning to provide remote instruction for most classes during spring semester

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Barring a change in public health protocols, the vast majority of Mitchell Community College students will continue to receive remote instruction during the upcoming spring semester. There

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Year in Review: 20 ways N.C. elections officials served voters in 2020

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News  RALEIGH — As 2020 winds down, the State Board of Elections is looking back on a busy and historic year in North Carolina elections. County and

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Gov. Cooper plans to extend evictions moratorium through at least Jan. 31

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced this week that he plans to extend the state’s evictions moratorium on residential evictions for non-payment of rent through

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