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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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
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
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
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
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
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
Jessie Rose (Hayes) Hutchens, a devoted wife, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went home to heaven to be with her husband on March 25, 2026, just four days shy of
John “Quintin” McKnight, 97, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Born on March 9, 1929, in Mooresville, he was the son of the late John Mack
BY JEFF CORBETT Over its lifetime, a lobster experiences periodic and traumatic transitions. Having no other choice, it cracks its entire hard shell and wriggles free and then develops a
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Mayor Doug Hendrix called Thursday “a proud day for the City of Statesville.” The reason for that pride, Hendrix said, was the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, most commonly in the legs. If left untreated, it can
BY DEBBIE PAGE South Iredell High School teacher and girls basketball coach Mariah Johnson thought she was helping with a Red Cross disaster preparedness activity with her PE students in
IFN Staff A Mooresville woman faces two felony charges following a sexual assault investigation conducted by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Jonnie Ezara Wysong,
Clear product standards determine whether cannabidiol formulations meet strict safety and quality benchmarks. Accurate information helps consumers review labels, certifications, and laboratory testing records carefully. Reliable standards support the responsible
Time is money… but so is safety when it comes to transportation and logistics. When it comes to drivers, fleet managers, and business owners, finding the sweet spot between timely
Global Payments and New Challenges for Businesses The global payment infrastructure is rapidly evolving. Companies are increasingly working with international transactions, digital services, and new financial technologies. These processes create
Attribution is an analytical method that helps to understand which marketing touchpoints influence a user’s decision. This approach helps determine which channels deliver results. Attribution data makes it possible to
Special to IFN A Mooresville nonprofit has been recognized nationally for its strong record of supporting individuals living with food allergy, celiac disease or food intolerances. FOODiversity was named Best
E.D. Rector died at his house in Taylorsville, N.C., on March 24, 2026, at the age of 99. Born on March 10, 1927, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Parks (Pearl
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julia Lynn Rooney, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, who left us far too soon on March 23, 2026, at the
Ronald Anthony Blackburn, born on March 8, 1962, in Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, at Atrium Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, N.C. At the age of
Shirley Mae Baumer Davenport, 90, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 23, 2026. Shirley was born April 25, 1935, in Zilwaukee, Mich., and was
Special to IFN CHARLOTTE — A Mooresville man was sentenced to 70 months in prison on Wednesday after being convicted of two federal firearms offenses. Timothy Demetrius Williams, 35, was
Most gambling films don’t focus on games of chance. Cards, chips, and roulette tables are all present, but the most successful gambling movies utilise the casino as a way to
There’s something almost inevitable about the crossover between cinema and casino gaming. Both thrive on tension, big moments, and the feeling that anything could happen next. But what started as
During the last two decades, betting & online casino companies have emerged as some of the most prominent commercial partners in English football. Their logos can be seen on shirts,
There’s a question that every serious broiler producer eventually starts asking — not “what do my birds weigh?” but “should my birds weigh this?”. That shift matters. The second question
Australia’s culinary landscape mirrors its geography: a vast island continent where turquoise seas lap sun-drenched beaches, and sprawling red deserts stretch toward distant horizons. To explore Australian cuisine is to
Special to IFN A critical infrastructure issue is emerging across Western North Carolina as multiple municipalities have stopped accepting septic waste, leaving licensed haulers with no local disposal options across
Special to IFN Lake Norman High School’s award-winning Winter Guard Teams will present a community show on Thursday, April 2. The show, which will be held at the LNHS gymnasium,
BY ERICA CRANE Mooresville Girl Scout Service Unit 136 hosted its third annual Rope Runner Derby on Friday, March 20, at the Fuzion Teen Center. Scouts from across all levels
Lora “Lori” Ann Smith, 52, of Mt. Ulla, N.C., passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at her home. Lori was born July 24, 1973, in Nicholas County, W.Va., and was
Harriet Barkley Oglesbee, 86, of Pineville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. Born on September 27, 1939, in
Monica Lee Lajoie passed away on March 22, 2026. Originally from Long Island, N.Y., she made her home in Mooresville, N.C., where she lived for the past 15 years. She was
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education recognized students who have gone above and beyond to achieve academic excellence in spelling, science and math — and archery —



