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Author: Mike Fuhrman

N.C. attorney general calls on Congress to refund illegal tariffs to importers

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH – After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the federal government’s tariffs unlawful last month, N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson is calling on Congress to refund businesses and

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Cornerstone Church to host Christian women’s conference on April 25

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Registration is now underway for the Rest-Oration Christian Women’s Conference, which will be held in Statesville on Saturday, April 25. The event will be held at Cornerstone

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Driven to Make a Difference: Local businesses support Love United Iredell campaign

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Representatives of local nonprofits and businesses gathered in Mooresville on Friday for a friendly competition and to raise money for local agencies through the Love United Iredell

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LaCount promoted to fire chief of Mooresville Fire-Rescue

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville announced on Monday that Shane LaCount has been promoted to fire chief of Mooresville Fire-Rescue, effective immediately. He succeeds Curt Deaton, who retired

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (March 29)

Posted on March 30, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or

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Katana Eylany Campbell

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our precious baby girl, Katana Eylany Campbell, born sleeping into eternal peace, on March 25, 2026. She was the beloved

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I-SS parents voice concerns about proposed school redistricting plan

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Families dropped into South Iredell High School last week to look over maps and voice their concerns as Iredell-Statesville Schools officials unveiled a draft plan for new

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Local agencies stand in solidarity against child abuse 

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN During National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, five child-centered agencies in Iredell and Alexander counties are working together to bring awareness to a cause at the

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ICSO Felony Arrests: March 20-26

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 20 ♦ Keith Neil Parson, 35, of C & C Lane, Mooresville, charged with possession of cocaine,

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Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame announces selection of seven new members

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame has announced its next class of inductees. The Class of 2026 includes seven award-winning athletes who have had notable accomplishments

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Mary Lena James Fox

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Mary Lena James Fox, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Brookdale Peachtree Assisted Living. Mary was born on November 20, 1937, to the late

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Christine Marie Freudenberg

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

The world is a little less bright (and definitely a lot quieter) today as we say goodbye to the legendary Christine Marie Freudenberg. Christine passed away peacefully, surrounded by her favorite

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John Daniel McVannan

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

John Daniel McVannan, 63, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026. He was a great husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. He will be greatly missed by

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No Kings protesters demonstrate in Downtown Statesville

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Several hundred people gathered in Downtown Statesville on Saturday to participate in one of more than 3,300 “No Kings” demonstrations held in all 50 states. The

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Troutman Ruritan Craft Show set for April 11

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The 2nd Annual Troutman Ruritan Craft Show will be at South Iredell High School’s Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Statesville Dance & Performing Arts named Top Studio at American Dance Championships (Photo Gallery)

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville Dance & Performing Arts (SDPA) was awarded the prestigious Top Studio honor at last weekend’s American Dance Championships. SDPA’s 42-member Competition Team delivered an exceptional weekend of

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Photo Gallery: Spring Fest in the Ville

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The inaugural Spring Fest in the Ville attracted a small crowd — and a large Easter Bunny — to Downtown Statesville on Saturday. The event, which was

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Statesville Fire Marshal issues local burn ban due to increased fire risk

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In response to hazardous fire conditions, Statesville Fire Marshal Pete Morrison has banned burning within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling, effective immediately. This local restriction aligns

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Iredell Ready partners dedicated to preparing students to join local workforce

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Meeting the needs of both employers and employees isn’t an easy task. But Iredell Ready has taken up the challenge, and by most accounts, is succeeding

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Joan Delores Dunlap

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Joan Delores Dunlap, 99, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, learning, and family that spans generations. A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother,

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Selma Lucy Summers

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Selma “Selly” Lucy Summers, 62, was born October 7, 1963, in Trinidad and Tobago, and passed away March 25, 2026. After first meeting her, it didn’t take long to understand

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Norman Dewitt Summers

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Norman Dewitt Summers, 65, was born February 22, 1961, in Brooklyn, N.Y., and passed away March 23, 2026, at 9:21 a.m. Norman will be remembered as a spiritual, honest, family-oriented,

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Boyd Garfield Campbell Jr.

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Boyd Garfield Campbell Jr., 73, of Blackwelder Road, Statesville, N.C., departed this earth to join his heavenly father on March 26, 2026. He was born on August 10, 1952, in

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Judy Kay Reese Nance

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Judy Kay Reese Nance, 79, passed away unexpectedly at home on March 24, 2026. She was born April 19, 1946, to Lloyd Lee Reese and Mae Hefner Reese of Alexander

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Geraldine Ruth Pharr Adams

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Geraldine Ruth Pharr Adams, 87, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at her home. She was born December 7, 1938, in Iredell County, the daughter of

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Statesville Woman’s Club installs 14 new members

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club held a new member induction ceremony at the club’s historic clubhouse on West End Avenue during the club’s March meeting.  The club’s 14

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I-SS officials considering staff reductions as budget shortfall looms for 2026-2027

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has reviewed — but not approved — the proposed $67.5 million local current expense budget prepared by district administrators for fiscal

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Festival of Food Trucks, Arts & Acoustic Celebration headline busy April in Downtown Mooresville

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) invites residents and visitors to attend several community events planned for April in Downtown Mooresville. The month of fun kicks off with

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Troutman celebrates three additions to downtown business district

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman officials welcomed three new businesses to the downtown Wagner Street area on Thursday morning with ribbon cuttings to celebrate their arrival. The owners of Troutman Chiropractic

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Modern Health and Safety Risk Assessment Techniques in Complex Work Environments

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Modern workplaces demand a sharper, more adaptive approach to health and safety risk assessment. Industries now operate across interconnected systems, global supply chains, and high-risk environments that shift rapidly. Traditional

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Data Lakehouse for Manufacturing: Architecture, Use Cases, and How to Implement It

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

A data lakehouse unifies raw IoT telemetry and structured ERP data on a single, high-performance platform. The medallion architecture ensures data quality through progressive cleaning and aggregation stages. STX Next

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CBD Capsules: Are They Better Than Oils?

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

While there are various forms of CBD, capsules and oils are among the most popular options. While that difference may seem trivial at first, the way CBD is consumed will determine factors

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From Front Porch to Smartphone: How Entertainment Habits Are Evolving in Communities Like Iredell

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Modern entertainment has shifted immensely in this new era of digital technology. Men and women today are far more likely to make connections online than in the physical world, which

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What Families Truly Gain by Choosing Senior Home Care Early On

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Families are often torn between the needs of the elderly. The benefits of choosing senior home care early extend well beyond seniors. When seniors get help before any serious issues

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Get Fit Iredell coalition renews effort to encourage residents to engage in healthy movement, nutrition

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Get Fit Iredell (GFI) coalition is officially starting back up this spring, with an updated program and new equipment and activities being planned to get the

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Hampton Vincent Cason

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Hampton Vincent “Vince” Cason, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his home. Vince was born October 18, 1950, in St. Petersburg, Fla., to

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