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Author: Mike Fuhrman

Nevaeh Verde’s Newark Delivery Brings Green Heaven Straight to Your Door

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Newark Finally Has a Cannabis Delivery Worth Talking About Getting quality cannabis delivered to your door in Newark, NJ used to feel like a gamble. Long waits, unclear processes, and

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Prescription Cannabis Website Germany: How Weed.de Closes the Legal vs. Practical Gap

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Germany Reclassified Cannabis as Medicine, But Most Patients Still Can’t Get Prescriptions Germany made headlines in April 2024 when cannabis stopped being classified as a narcotic. The federal institute handling

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What is the Proxy and its Role in Business?

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

A large number of local companies use a complex instrument to track the indicators of the market. If you start researching modern infrastructure, you might ask what is the proxy?

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Iredell County GOP Executive Committee nominates Statesville Christian teacher for vacant seat on I-SS Board

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Iredell County Republican Party Executive Committee has chosen a teacher at Statesville Christian School as its nominee to fill the District 2 seat on the Iredell-Statesville

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Iredell County magistrate orders Matthews and Zittle to pay private investigator for work on ‘election matter’

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A current candidate for a seat on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners and a former candidate for Statesville City Council have been ordered to pay $1,000 to

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Photo Gallery: West Iredell Fire Department conducts live burn training exercise

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Fire Department recently conducted a live burn fire training at a donated property off Ashbrook Road. Personnel from Troutman, Monticello, Cool Springs, Stony Point, Statesville and Central

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MPD: Two suspects face drug trafficking charges 

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two suspects face felony charges after Mooresville police officers seized an assortment of narcotics and a firearm from a vehicle after responding a call for service on Alcove

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Judith Godsell

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Judy Godsell, 84, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Oklahoma City, Okla., went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 16, 2026. According to her family,

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Personnel from multiple agencies battle house fire on Linwood Road (Photos)

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM South Iredell, Mooresville, Shepherds and Atwell fire and rescue personnel responded to a structure fire on Linwood Road about 2:31 p.m. on Monday. Mooresville Engine 1 was

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Steven Russell Ramseur

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Steven Russell Ramseur, 75, of Statesville, N.C., died on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Meadowbrook Health and Rehabilitation of Salisbury after a long illness. Steven was born on April 15,

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Barry Ronald Vinson

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Barry Ronald Vinson, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center after a brief illness on February 19, 2026. He was born on August

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Douglas Michael Benfield Sr.

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Douglas Michael “Mike” Benfield Sr., 74, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his home. He was born May 13, 1951, in Caldwell County, the son

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Sheriff: Western Iredell County resident faces felony firearms charges

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A convicted felon faces two felony firearm charges in connection with a disturbance that occurred near Statesville over the weekend. On Saturday, February 21, Iredell County Sheriff’s Office

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Viewpoint: Republican and unaffiliated voters in House District 95 have a choice between vastly different candidates in GOP primary

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER I would like to take a moment to talk about the importance of voting in this primary season. Early voting runs through Saturday, February 28. During

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Veteran fire investigator appointed Iredell County fire marshal

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Veteran fire investigator Kevin Aube has been appointed Iredell County fire marshal. Aube, who has nearly two decades of fire service experience, advanced investigative credentials, and a

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Kilpatrick joins Iredell Psychiatry

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Physician Network, a part of Iredell Health System, has welcomed Amy Kilpatrick to Iredell Psychiatry. She recently served as case management coordinator for Iredell Davis Behavioral

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How Crypto Bonuses Are Transforming Sports and Live Casino Betting

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Crypto bonuses have changed how people bet on sports and play live casino games online. These promotions offer bigger matches, faster payouts, and more privacy than traditional sportsbook bonuses. However,

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Troutman firefighters extinguish vehicle fire (Photos)

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue was alerted for a vehicle fire on Talon Trail about 7:57 p.m. on Saturday. Responding units were notified that the fire was burning the

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What Separates Decorative Towels from Functional Ones

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

The difference between decorative towels and functional ones is very real: it all comes down to what they are intended for. As a customer, you can feel this difference the

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Viewpoint: Iredell County GOP Executive Committee will determine balance of power on I-SS Board

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell County Republican Party’s Executive Committee has some important work to do on Monday evening. At the risk of sounding over-dramatic, nothing less than the future

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Anna Maria Shaw

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

With immeasurable love and heartbreak, we announce the passing of a woman who was not just loved, not just admired — but rare. Anna Maria Shaw, born on October 4, 1986,

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Daniel Ray Morrison

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Daniel Ray Morrison, 78, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on August 25, 1947, in Washington, D.C., Daniel lived a life marked by service,

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James Allen Calloway

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

James Allen Calloway, 62, passed away on February 18, 2026. James was born February 14, 1964, in Yadkin County, N.C., to Allen Gray Calloway and Shirley Ann Mitchem Calloway. He

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 New Hire Bonus)

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

These positions are 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 information, or handicapping

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MPD Felony Arrests: February 1-14

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 2 ♦ Rebecca Ann Johnston, 32, of Amity Hill Road, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to sell

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East Iredell Elementary celebrates student learning with annual Academic Day event (Photos)

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School was filled with students and proud family members last week as the school hosted its annual Academic Day. “We love welcoming our parents

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Applications now available for Downtown Statesville’s 2026 Spring Craft Art Crawl

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is accepting applications from artists who are interested in participating in the Spring Craft Art Crawl. The event is scheduled for 2 to

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Photo Gallery: Statesville Event Center hosts annual wedding expo

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The annual Statesville Wedding Expo was held at the Statesville Event Center on Sunday afternoon. A diverse group of vendors were on hand to help couples plan

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Eddie Junior Burch

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Eddie Junior Burch was the baby of seven children and was born in Hartwell, Ga., on October 22, 1933, and was the son of the late George Albert Burch and

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Michael Wayne Thomasson

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Michael Wayne Thomasson, 83, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. He was preceded in death by Phillip A. Thomasson, Berdie M. Thomasson and Phillip M. Thomasson. Mike was born

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Charles Nelson Williams

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Charles Nelson Williams, 76, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 19, 2026 in Statesville, N.C. Visitation will be held at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home in Statesville on Wednesday, February

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Deborah Clark Remmel

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Deborah Clark Remmel, fondly known as Debbie, graced the world with her spirit and nurturing heart on August 11 1937, in the picturesque city of Denver, Colo., until her departure

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City of Statesville planning for future growth with infrastructure projects

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD During their winter budget retreat in Hickory on Thursday, Statesville City Council members talked about a three-year capital improvement plan, held a strategic plan review, and discussed

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Statesville Woman’s Club accepting orders for Annual Geranium Sale

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club is now taking orders for the Annual Geranium Sale that will be held on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Fair View UMC observes Scout Sunday

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Fair View United Methodist Church in Mt. Mourne recently observed Scout Sunday with Scouts and Scout Leaders from Cub Scout Pack #173 and Scouts BSA Troops #173

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MPD launches Drone First Responder program

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Mooresville Police Department has launched its new Drone First Responder (DFR) program, designed to get eyes on the scene faster and enhance public safety. The MPD

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