Virginia Brett Garland passed away peacefully on September 11, 2023, in Raleigh, N.C. Virginia was born on June 30, 1936, in Chicago, Ill., to the late Harry Carlton “Bill” Brett…
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David Hannah Jr., 88, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. David was born on October 5, 1934, to…
Maximiliano Gabriel Mario, 16, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023, beginning at 12 noon, at…
John Keith White passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at age 59. Originally from Baldwin, N.Y., John had made Mooresville his home for the past 10 years. John was…
Pattie MacLeod Kennedy, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023, at Accordius Health-Mooresville. She was born on June 22, 1934, in Hartford, Conn., to the late…
Stella Grace Bright, lovingly known as “Stell-Bell,” was an extraordinary and vibrant 16-year-old. Although she tragically passed away in a car accident on September 9, 2023, her beautiful spirit continues…
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Georgia man who avoided being apprehended Wednesday morning during a pursuit by Mooresville police officers has been taken into custody. [caption id="attachment_61101" align="alignright" width="151"] Adrian Bentley[/caption]…
Special to Iredell Free News Rocky Mount Church is hosting its 7th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, September 16, at 1739 Perth Road, about five miles south of Troutman. This free,…
Special to Iredell Free News There are so many situations and events in life that you must plan for: college tuition, weddings, your first child, a new home, life insurance,…
Special to Iredell Free News The quaint cocktail bar in Downtown Mooresville that’s known far and wide for its Miracle pop-up Christmas bar is first going to paint the town…
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department will hold an Afternoon Out event on Sunday, October 8, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Mooresville. This free, family-friendly…
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will host a printmakers exhibition featuring a curated group of Speedball print artists beginning on Wednesday, September 13. An open house…
Michael “Mike” Keith Phillips, 65, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 7, 2023. He was born on February 24, 1958, in Rock Hill, S.C., to the late…
Robert Kent Heller, also known as “Kent Steel,” passed away at age 61 with his loving wife Windy Gale by his side. He was born February 11, 1962, and passed…
Elizabeth Nantz Hollar, 81, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023, in Chapel Hill, N.C. She was born on June 23, 1942, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Hubert…
We had to say goodbye to William “Bill” Armour on September 7, 2023. He passed away peacefully at home, which was his wish. This was made possible through the loving…
Kevin Smith, 72, passed away on Monday morning, September 4, 2023, at Novant Health, Huntersville, N.C. Born on September 26, 1950, in Hancock County, Ohio, he was the son of…
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners has approved a proposed rezoning request that clears the way for JMS Southeast to expand its manufacturing facility off Interstate 40…
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office invites residents to sign up for the upcoming Citizens Academy, a community-oriented program designed to provide interested citizens with quality…
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two Michigan men face felony charges in connection with a residential break-in and the theft of a truck in Iredell County. [caption id="attachment_61045" align="alignright" width="179"] Travis Walls[/caption]…
Special to Iredell Free News The David Barringer Memorial Golf Classic to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont will be held Thursday, October 26, at the Statesville…
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council has a full agenda on Thursday night, including consideration of a proposal to allowing murals in additional zoning areas. Action on several other…
[caption id="attachment_61033" align="aligncenter" width="646"] The EnergyUnited Foundation recently hosted check presentations for nonprofit recipients Dallas High Shoals Christian Ministry (top), Ada Jenkins Center (left) and The Bridge Community (right).[/caption] Special…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF STATESVILLE In accordance with NCGS160A-31(c) and NCGS 160A-58.23 the Statesville City Council will hold a public hearing on September 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m….
STORY & PHOTOS BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Landmark Church of God members, Redeemer Christian Academy staff and students, Statesville Fire Department personnel and other community members gathered Monday to commemorate the…
Thomas “Tom” Shevlin, 90, passed away at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. on September 10, 2023. Tom was born on April 28, 1933, at his birth home, 4086…
Terry Davis Stonestreet, 65, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with her Lord on Monday, September 11, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 13, 1957,…
Betty Shoemaker Wilson, 80, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Accordius Healthcare-Mooresville. She was born on August 4, 1943, in Rowan County, N.C., to the…
Peacefully and surrounded by her cherished family, Blossom Kreitman of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on September 7, 2023, at the age of 92. Most knew her as Blossom, and others…
The family of Rochelle Fuller announces her peaceful passing on September 6, 2023, at the age of 84. The daughter of Harvey and Edna, Rochelle will be lovingly remembered by…
[caption id="attachment_60987" align="aligncenter" width="508"] Former NYPD Officer Vernon Siders Jr. (left) receives a hug at Mooresville’s 9/11 ceremony.[/caption] STORY & PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE Local veterans, their families, and several…
Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Fall Art Crawl will take place Friday, September 15, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Statesville. The Art Crawl will showcase more…
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town commissioners reversed course last week and voted to deny a developer’s request to annex 96.79 acres off Transco Road. Birmingham, Ala.-based LIV Development planned to…
Special to Iredell Free News Congressman Patrick McHenry announced Monday that Mooresville Fire-Rescue has been awarded a $590,000 grant by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. [caption id="attachment_54268" align="alignright" width="175"] Rep….
Special to Iredell Free News In remembrance of 9/11, Mitchell Community College’s Welding Technology students created a 350:1 scale model of the Twin Towers. On Monday, September 11, the finished…
[caption id="attachment_60900" align="aligncenter" width="898"] Statesville High School faculty and staff[/caption] BY MIKE FUHRMAN As Statesville High School Principal Chad Parker works to improve the school’s reputation, bolster student outcomes and…