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Author: Mike Fuhrman

Joseph Todd Carter

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Joseph Todd Carter, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. He was born on October 24, 1966, in

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Vica Mae Poteat Jordan

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Vica Mae Poteat Jordan, 87, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away on February 23, 2025, at her residence. Vica Mae was born at home to Hugh and Luvella Poteat on

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Celebrations Made Simple: Party Invitations and Favors Designed with AI

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

CONTRIBUTED Every outstanding party starts with a fantastic invitation and concludes with party favors that guests will remember. These components create a lasting impact on your guests and establish the

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Kimberly Kay Wagoner

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Kimberly Kay Wagoner, 67, of Olin, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was born on July 26, 1957, in Allegany County to John Kern

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Faye Grant Fox

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Faye Grant Fox, a devoted mother and cherished member of the Taylorsville, N.C., community, formerly known as Faye Grant Cain of Statesville, N.C., peacefully passed away on February 22, 2025,

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Newton Marcell Brown Sr.

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Newton “Marcell” Brown Sr., 69, of Maiden, N.C., and formerly of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Saturday February 22, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his

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Floyd McCann

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Floyd McCann, 69, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Floyd was born in Iredell County on October 28, 1955, to the

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Jimmy Allen Stikeleather

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jimmy Allen Stikeleather, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Service arrangements will be announced by Troutman

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Troop 1314 welcomes two new Eagle Scouts

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Darbee Lewis and Cherish Smith completed their Eagle Scout boards on February 17, an achievement attained by about 5 percent of the more than one million boys

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City of Statesville accepting applications for 2025 Public Safety Academy

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is now accepting applications for the 2025 Public Safety Academy. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural program, this year’s academy promises

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ICPYC to host drive-thru celebration for Read Across America Day

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC) will host its fourth annual Read Across America Day drive-thru celebration on Friday, February 28. This free event will

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Town of Mooresville to host Creek Week activities March 10-15

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville will host its third annual Creek Week on March 10-15 with events for all ages. The Town’s Stormwater Division is working with various

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Margaret Louise Clement

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Margaret Louise Tabor Clement, 81, of 1693 US Highway 64 West, Mocksville, N.C., was born in Iredell County and was the daughter of the late Charlie Holsey Tabor and Alice

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Audrey Mast

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Audrey Mast, 49, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at her home. She was born October 23, 1975, in Cook County, Ill., the daughter of Gene

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Samuel Furr Gibson

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Samuel Furr Gibson, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at PruittHealth – Town Center in Harrisburg, N.C. He was born on February 27, 1953, in

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Sheriff: Undercover narcotics investigation targets repeat offenders

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff  A total of 28 suspects face charges as a result of an ongoing narcotics investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced Monday that 20

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Robertson announces candidacy for at-large seat on Statesville City Council

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Trey Robertson, a veteran, small business owner, and farmer, has announced his plan to run for an at-large seat on the Statesville City Council in the November election.

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Stony Point Global Methodist Church holds annual chili cook-off to benefit Stony Point VFD

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Stony Point Global Methodist Church held its Annual Chili Cook-Off, Soup and Dessert Fundraiser on Saturday, February 22, in the church fellowship hall. Funds raised from the

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Iredell County Public Library to host children’s theatre programs

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library will welcome Bright Star Touring Theatre for a series of free children’s theatre events this spring and summer. This project was supported

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Troutman Exchange Club to host CARS FOR KIDS event on April 12

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Troutman Exchange Club is making plans for the First Annual CARS FOR KIDS (Driving Out Child Abuse) event, a car, truck, and motorcycle show, coupled with

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Mooresville board advised ‘hard decisions’ are on horizon as revenues level off

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Chief Financial Officer Christopher Quinn has advised Mooresville commissioners to be prepared for some difficult choices if the growth in town revenues slows in the coming

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Janice Reavis Mitchell

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Janice Reavis Mitchell, 74, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital following an unexpected illness. Jan was born August 20, 1950, to Hal

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Joel Marvin Shives

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Joel Marvin Shives, 70, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, after a brief battle with congestive heart failure. He was born on April 22, 1954, in

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ICSO Felony Arrests: February 14-20

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 14 ♦ Bradley Michael Thomas, 45, of Brook Creek Drive, Troutman, charged with possession of a schedule

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 Signing Bonus)

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,

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Health Beat: Should you go to urgent care or the ER?

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN When you’re sick or injured, the last thing you want to do is waste precious time deciding where to go for care, especially when your primary care

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N.C. attorney general warns consumers about dangers of counterfeit weight-loss drugs

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning residents that counterfeit versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs are flowing into the U.S. from foreign countries. Patients across

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DAR Fort Dobbs Chapter honors local Revolutionary War patriots

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Fort Dobbs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated a historic marker at Fourth Creek Cemetery on Saturday. The marker honors the Revolutionary War

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Foster launches campaign for at-large seat on Statesville City Council

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Former Statesville City Councilman Frederick Foster has announced his candidacy for an at-large council seat in the 2025 election. A lifelong resident of Statesville, Foster said he is

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MPD Felony Arrests: February 2-15

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 2 ♦ Raymond Lee Morris, 71, of Correll Road, Troy, charged with possession of a schedule II controlled

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Posted on February 22, 2025 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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Ronnie C. Waugh

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ronnie C. Waugh, 83, of Advance, N.C., died Tuesday, February, 18, 2025, at his home. He was born in Statesville, N.C., on October 26, 1941, to James Ronald Waugh and

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Jonah MacWayne Lowe

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Jonah MacWayne Lowe, 78, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at his residence. A native of Iredell County, he was born to the late Jonah “King”

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BMX racer from Mooresville qualifies for Team USA

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Eight-year-old Chase Reynolds of Mooresville is gearing up to represent Team USA at the UCI BMX World Championships this summer in Copenhagen, Denmark. Chase earned his spot

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Iredell County Health Department warns residents about scams

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In an effort to protect client privacy and prevent misinformation, the Iredell County Health Department is urging residents to be cautious of unverified text or email messages

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ICSO, RCSO employees earn certification from Mitchell Community College

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Employees of the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office (ICSO) and the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) recently completed Mitchell Community College’s Detention Officer Certification Course. This intensive 234-hour

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