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Author: Mike Fuhrman

Dorothy Godfrey Herb

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Dorothy Godfrey Herb, 92, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away at home after an extended illness on February 6, 2026. Dot was born on January 23, 1934, to the late Allie

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Man wanted by SPD for attempted murder and felony assault charges found dead in Hildebran home after standoff

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A man wanted by the Statesville Police Department on several felony charges was found dead in Burke County home on Thursday following a standoff with law enforcement officers.

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How to Choose the Perfect Cars for Rent for an Unforgettable Journey in Dubai

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Dubai is a city that seamlessly blends luxury with adventure, from its towering skyscrapers and world-class shopping to its stunning coastline and desert landscapes. Traveling here offers endless possibilities, but

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Resale Value of Sports Cars: Which Models Hold Their Worth Best in Dubai?

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

This blog explores which sports cars for sale in Dubai hold their value best, including models like the Porsche 911, Lamborghini Huracán, Ferrari 488, Nissan GT-R, and Corvette C8. It’s

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Superintendent: I-SS students will not have to make up snow days

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools students will not have to make up any time for the nearly two weeks schools were closed due to the ice and snow storms, officials

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (February 7)

Posted on February 7, 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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ICSO Felony Arrests: January 30 – February 4

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 30 ♦ Jesse Derrick Franks, 35, of Bent Arrow Road, Catawba, was served with a true bill

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NCDHHS: Measles cases continue to increase

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is sharing resources and urging vaccination as measles cases increase across the state. The latest update to

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Iredell County commissioners begin work on 2026-2027 budget

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Iredell County commissioners will face some difficult decisions in the coming months as they weigh competing needs during a tight budget season. During an all-day retreat designed to

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Vera Whisnant Bowman

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Vera Whisnant Bowman, 77, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 29, 1948, Vera was a devoted wife,

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Diana Barter

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Diana Barter, 66, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on February 2, 2026. Born in Bethpage, N.Y., Diana grew up in Centereach and carried her love for family and community throughout

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Blair Galt Baldwin

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Blair Galt Baldwin, 88, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Blair was born on January 9, 1938,

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Sonja Lafree Jenkins

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Sonja Lafree (Smith) Jenkins, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in her hometown, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on November 15, 1947, in

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Larry Wayne Hinson

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Larry Wayne Hinson, 70, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 4, 2026. He was born in Iredell County on June 14, 1955, to the late Robert Wayne Hinson and

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Ellis London Cauble

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Ellis London Cauble, 94, died peacefully at home on Thursday, February 5, 2026. She was born on December 14, 1931, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late Elmer and Carrie

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Jeffry Lynn Nussman

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Jeffry “Jeff” Lynn Nussman of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born on May 19, 1956, in Mecklenburg County, N.C., to the

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Allen Lee Lapish

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Allen Lee Lapish, 74, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 3, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, after a courageous

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Special Olympics Iredell County gearing up for Annual Polar Plunge fundraiser

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN On Saturday, February 14, Special Olympics Iredell County, in partnership with the Statesville Recreation and Economic Vitality Department, will host the annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge at

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Gov. Stein signs executive order aimed at strengthening behavioral health and criminal justice systems in N.C.

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein has signed an executive order to improve behavioral health care and public safety in North Carolina. Executive Order 33 directs several cabinet

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SPD Felony Arrests: January 20 – February 4

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 20 ♦ Kesean Campanella Saddler, 26, of Hill Street, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to sell or

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Top Fast Payout Online Casinos in Canada – Instant Cashouts

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Instant Payout Casinos in Canada: Cash Out Within Hours in 2026 Waiting days for a cashout is frustrating, especially when the terms are unclear. The good news is that instant

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Fast Withdrawal Casinos Canada – No Verification Sites 2026

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Instant Withdrawal Casinos Without Verification in Canada 2026 — Cash Out Without KYC Sick of slow payments and long verifications? We have tried 50+ sites, and every instant withdrawal casino

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Fast Crypto Withdrawal Casinos in Canada – Tested Instant Cashouts

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Fast Crypto Payout Casinos in Canada: Top Instant Withdrawal Sites for 2026 You chose crypto to avoid delays, but some instant payout casino sites still make you wait 24-48 hours.

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Best Online Casinos Canada 2026 | Trusted Sites

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Top-Rated Online Casinos in Canada: Best Sites to Play in 2026 Finding trustworthy online casinos in Canada can be tough. Some online casino sites look legit but fail on payouts,

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Top Rated Online Casinos for Real Money  in Canada – 2026 Review

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Best Real Money Online Casinos in Canada: Top Sites for 2026 It can be difficult to find a real money gaming site that accepts CAD and pays out regularly. To

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Retired I-SS superintendent shares opportunities for local students with Statesville Woman’s Club 

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Brady Johnson, retired Iredell-Statesville Schools superintendent, was the guest speaker at the January meeting of the Statesville Woman’s Club. He discussed three different opportunities for students within

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Best Paying Canadian Online Casinos in 2026 – High RTP Casino Sites

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Best Paying Online Casinos in Canada: Highest RTP Sites Casinos make big promises, so our team checked the numbers behind the payouts. After testing 50+ sites for withdrawal speed and

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Nancy Ann Shaffer Paff

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Nancy Ann Shaffer Paff, 92, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 13, 1933, in Johnstown, Pa., to the

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James Edward Myers

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

James “Smilin’ Jim” Edward Myers, 69, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Jim fought hard against

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Timothy Steven Wade

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Timothy Steven Wade, affectionately known as Uncle Timmy to his family and Tim to others, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 62. Tim was born on

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John Michael Raley

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

John Michael Raley, 74, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House after a brief fight with cancer. He was born

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Patricia Ann Josey

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Patricia “Tinnie” Ann Josey, 77, passed away on February 1, 2026. She was born on December 7, 1948, to David Sidney Josey and Nellie Mae Westmoreland Josey. Patricia dedicated many

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Dewey Douglas Lafayette Waters Sr.

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Dewey Douglas Lafayette Waters Sr., born on September 5, 1941, in East LaPorte, N.C., passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 84, in Statesville, N.C. He pursued

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Juanita Kaye Benge

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Juanita Kaye Benge passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Autumn Care of Statesville, N.C. She was preceded in death by her father, George Wesley Haire, and mother, Nola Mae

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Shirley Anne Ward Byrd

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Shirley Anne Ward Byrd, 90, of Statesville, N.C., has entered the Kingdom, triumphant. She passed peacefully on February 4, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House, six and a half weeks

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Phyllis Billings Frye

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Phyllis Billings Frye, 90, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. She was born December 24, 1935, the daughter

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