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Author: Mike Fuhrman

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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Jessie Rose Hutchens

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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John Quintin McKnight

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Viewpoint: The price of personal growth is well worth it

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Statesville officials celebrate opening of new terminal at Statesville Regional Airport

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Understanding Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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South Iredell High School teacher honored as Hyundai/WCNC Hometown Hero (Photos)

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Sheriff: Mooresville woman charged with two counts of indecent liberties with a child

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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What Consumers Should Know about CBD Product Standards

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Balancing Safety and Productivity: What Businesses Need to Know About Driver Hours

Posted on March 26, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Risk Management in the Age of Global Payments: Strategies by Blunative Corp

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Advanced Attribution Strategies for Campaign Success: List by Perfogro Ltd

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Mooresville nonprofit receives national award for advocacy work

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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E.D. Rector

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Julia Lynn Rooney

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Ronald Anthony Blackburn

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Shirley Mae Baumer Davenport

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Mooresville man sentenced to 70 months in federal prison on gun charges

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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The Greatest Gambling Films and What They Actually Taught Us About the Casino Floor

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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From the Big Screen to the Reels: How Hollywood Blockbusters Became Online Casino Hits

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Betting and Casino Sponsors in English Football: How They Shape Club Budgets

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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What a Normal Chicken Growth Curve Looks Like — and What Deviations Signal

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Coastal Plates and Outback Traditions: A Culinary Journey Across Australia

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Regional septic disposal service providers facing new challenges

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Lake Norman High Winter Guard teams to present community show on April 2

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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Local Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes participate in annual Rope Runner Derby (Photos)

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Lora “Lori” Ann Smith

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Harriet Barkley Oglesbee

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Monica Lee Lajoie

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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I-SS board recognizes student achievements

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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 —

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