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Author: Mike Fuhrman

Boyd “Bill” William Mullis Jr.

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Boyd “Bill” William Mullis Jr., 77, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. He was born on April 30, 1947, in Mecklenburg County to Boyd William Mullis

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German Rodriguez Jr.

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

German Rodriguez Jr., born on September 2, 1954, in the vibrant streets of the Bronx, N.Y., has decided to take his talents to the great beyond as of March 4,

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William Harrison Keene Jr.

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

William Harrison Keene Jr., a beloved son, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, in Statesville, N.C., leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and joy.

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SPD, SFD investigating building collapse and fire at C&H Laundry after fatal crash

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Statesville police and fire investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire and explosion following a crash that claimed the life of one individual on Thursday

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Sheriff Campbell announces significant fentanyl seizure; suspect faces trafficking charges

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced Thursday that ICSO narcotics investigators, working in partnership with the Gaston County Police Department, seized more than 2 kilograms of fentanyl from

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Mooresville officials encourage residents to share traffic concerns with NCDOT

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Assistant Town Manager Ryan Rase on Monday asked Mooresville residents to express their concerns about traffic congestion with the N.C. Department of Transportation. During Monday’s town

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I-SS seventh-graders participate in third annual STEAM Day competition (Photos)

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Seventh-graders from across the county had the chance to participate in several hands-on learning activities at Iredell-Statesville Schools’ third annual Career Technical Education STEAM Day on Tuesday.

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Murderous Matrimony: Women who kill their husbands

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Editor’s Note: This is part one of a series of columns. This story and others will be highlighted during a Women’s History Month program planned for Thursday, March 20. Learn

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Former POW recounts harrowing experience in Iraq at third annual International Women’s Day Breakfast

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jessica Lynch speaks at the third annual International Women’s Day Breakfast on Wednesday morning. Jessica Lynch encourages audience to keep pushing when they face life’s challenges BY DEBBIE PAGE Jessica

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William Ford McLaury

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

On January 31, 2025, William “Bill” Ford McLaury was peacefully lifted away from this earth, whistling his way into the arms of Jesus. No doubt, he was reciting his favorite

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Jean Alice Pearson

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jean Alice Pearson of Hiddenite, N.C., formerly of Canisteo, N.Y. passed away surrounded by her family at her home on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The daughter of the late Bert

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Rev. James Ray Millsaps

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The Reverend James Ray Millsaps, 89, entered into eternal rest at his home in Alexander County on Monday, March 3, 2025. Born on Friday, January 31, 1936, in Alexander County,

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Mallion Louise Erwin

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mallion Louise Erwin, 80, of 1271 Elizabeth Avenue, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on July 28, 1944. She was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Erwin and

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Michael Joseph Williams

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Michael Joseph Williams, a resident of Mooresville N.C., passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 82. Michael was born on February 7, 1942, as the son

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Norman Elmer Wilson Jr.

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Norman “Willie” Elmer Wilson Jr., 85, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at his residence. Mr. Wilson was born on March 26, 1939, in Mooresville to

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Joann Rautenberg

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Joann Rautenberg passed away on March 2, 2025. She was born on May 7, 1930. After residing in Schnectady, N.Y., for fifty years, where Joann became a well-known pianist and

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Richard Craig Yokeley

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Richard “Rick” Craig Yokeley, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on March 1, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. He was born on February 14, 1945, in Winston-Salem, N.C., to

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David Harold Schroen

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

David “Dave” Harold Schroen, 83, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Brighton, Mich., went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 28, 2025, at home with his loving wife

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Brenda Jeanne Ice Fugett

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Brenda Jeanne Ice Fugett, 60, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 27, 2025. She was born on May 14, 1964, a daughter of the late Richard Raymond and Shirley

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James Carson Burris

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

James Carson Burris passed away recently at his home. He was born February 23, 1972, in Douglas, Ga., and moved to North Carolina the following year. James was 53 years

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Jason Keistler

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jason Keistler, 47, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on February 24, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House following an extended illness. Jason was born September 12, 1977, in Mecklenburg County to

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Clara Welborn

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Clara Veree Arrington Welborn, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Iredell County on March 18, 1930, to the

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I-SS Board approves $65.2 million local funding request for 2025-2026

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday approved a $65.2 million local current expense budget request for fiscal year 2025-2026. The funding request includes an approximately $8.6

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Sheriff: Taylorsville man charged with statutory rape following ICSO investigation

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN A Taylorsville man has been arrested and charged with felony statutory rape following an in investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the

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Iredell Health System announces new director of Biomedical Technology

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Health System has announced the hiring of Matthew Woods as its new director of Biomedical Technology, in partnership with Crothall Healthcare. Woods brings over 32 years

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Statesville Council approves change to standards to allow alternative curb and guttering style

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Despite safety concerns raised by two councilmembers, the Statesville City Council on Monday voted to allow developers to use an alternative style curb and guttering. Statesville City

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NCDOR begins processing individual tax returns

Posted on March 5, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The N.C. Department of Revenue has started processing 2024 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers will begin receiving refunds through the mail and direct deposit the week of

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Gov. Stein, emergency management officials urge North Carolinians to be prepared for severe weather

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein and emergency management officials are urging all North Carolinians to prepare for the possibility of severe weather on Wednesday as well as

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Robert Douglas Finley

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Dr. Robert Douglas Finley, born on November 24, 1970, in Huntington, N.Y., passed away on February 28, 2025, following a brief illness. He lived a life dedicated to service, having

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Earl Pressley Tucker Jr.

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Earl P. Tucker Jr. walked into glory and the presence of his Savior on February 26, 2025, at the age of 87. A native of Statesville, N.C., Earl was the

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Iris Falkstedt Meetze

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Iris Falkstedt Meetze, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at her residence. She was born on May 26, 1943 in Finland to the late Axel

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Eugene Odell Denny

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Eugene Odell Denny, 69, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Wilkes Regional Medical Center with his family by his side. He was born on July 25, 1955,

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Kay Miller

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kathryn “Kay” Mackenzie Miller, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House following a brief illness. Kay was born in Portsmouth, England, on

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Helen Brown

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Helen Brown was known by many names – Helen, Honaree, Hon, Aunt Honey, Grandma, and Mum. On February 28, 2025, she entered the presence of her Lord and Savior after

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Troutman boater wins MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League event on Lake Norman

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Boater Kaden Buchmann of Troutman caught a five-bass limit weighing 19 pounds, 6 ounces, on Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by

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Iredell County Community Foundation accepting grant applications through March 28

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2025 grant program. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, congregations, governmental and educational institutions. Priority will

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