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Author: Mike Fuhrman

Gerry Ann Gregory

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mrs. Gerry Ann Gregory, a devoted mother and nurturing homemaker, quietly passed away on February 12, 2025, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C. Born on December 8, 1932, in Cayce,

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Tony Leavern Millsaps

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In loving memory of Tony Leavern Millsaps, affectionately known as “Mr. Lucky the Snow Cone Man.” Sunrise: July 17, 1942 Sunset: February 7, 2025 Tony (Mr. Lucky), age 82, passed

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N.C. Association of Festivals and Events recognizes Town of Mooresville at annual conference

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville’s Arts & Events division has been recognized for excellence in event planning and marketing, winning two awards at the 2025 ShowFest Event Innovators

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Chief Onley reports decline in violent crime in Statesville in 2024

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Despite an increase in homicides and rapes, the violent crime rate in the City of Statesville declined in 2024. Police Chief David Onley presented the annual crime

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N.C. attorney general urges residents to report price gouging during winter weather

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Tuesday announced that the state’s price gouging law is in effect across the state after Gov. Josh Stein declared a

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Trump is Back in Office. So why are Gun Sales Plummeting?

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

CONTRIBUTED Now that President Trump is back in the White House and has promised that gun rights will be protected and perhaps even loosened over the next four years, it

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What Damages Can You Recover After a Serious Motorcycle Crash?

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

CONTRIBUTED A motorcycle crash can leave riders with serious injuries, emotional distress, and significant financial burdens. If you have been in an accident, you may wonder what damages you can

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Local Resources in North Carolina to Support Your Child’s Math Learning Journey

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

CONTRIBUTED Learning math doesn’t have to be hard or boring, as parents can use local resources to help kids learn at home. And here in America, this system of learning

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Gov. Stein encourages North Carolinians to prepare for winter weather

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Monday advised North Carolinians to plan ahead for snow, ice, and strong winds, and to follow safety guidance from local officials.

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Tammy Lineberger

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Tammy T. Lineberger, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at The Greens at Maple Leaf. Tammy was born in Mecklenburg County on February 15, 1962,

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Agnes Crawford Mayes

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Agnes Crawford Mayes, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away February 14, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House after a brief illness. Agnes was born in Statesville on September 21, 1930,

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Ulus E. Sturghill

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Ulus E. Sturghill was born in Iredell County, N.C., on May 23,1934, to the late Ulus Love Joy and Julia A. Sturghill. He passed away at his home in Statesville,

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John Scott Campbell

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

John Scott Campbell, 72, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House. He was born April 25, 1952, in Mooresville to

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Carol Boyer

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Carol Boyer, a resident of Troutman, N.C., entered into Eternal Rest on February 11, 2025, at age 85. She passed away at Novant Health Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, N.C., after

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Troutman councilman charged with resisting officer who responded to report of road-rage incident

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN A Troutman town councilman is free on bond following his arrest last week on a charge that he resisted an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy during a

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City of Statesville: Advertisement for Bids

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Plant SCADA System Upgrade for Third Creek WWTP CITY OF STATESVILLE The City of Statesville will be receiving proposals for an upgraded SCADA System for the Third

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Ellianos Coffee breaks ground on new Mooresville location

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Ellianos Coffee, a Southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, announced Monday that construction has begun on its first North Carolina location in Mooresville. The new location, in the

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Iredell Physician Network welcomes new nurse practitioner

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Health System on Monday announced the addition of Nurse Practitioner Megan Lewis to the staff at Family Care Center of Statesville. A board-certified family nurse practitioner,

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National Charity League Lake Norman Class of 2026 donates $16,997 to Bridge of Hearts

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Class of 2026 of the National Charity League (NCL) Lake Norman has made a significant impact in their community by donating $16,997.62 to Bridge of Hearts,

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Iredell County GOP Convention scheduled for March 15

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Republican Party Convention is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, at the Iredell County Government Center, located at 200 S. Center Street in Statesville. All

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Town of Troutman recognizes Public Works employees for extraordinary service

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE During a light agenda meeting on Thursday night, the Town Council honored Public Works staff members Cameron Morris and Casey Beasley as the Town of Troutman Employees

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Conrad Allison

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Mr. Conrad Allison, 62, of 1200 North Ninth Street, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on October 22, 1962, and was the son of the late Henderson Crosby and

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Karl T. Wrenn

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Karl T. Wrenn, 58, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Novant Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. He was born November 1, 1966, in Roxboro, N.C., to Mildred

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Curtis Dwayne Sherrill

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Curtis Dwayne Sherrill, 63, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Burke Assisted Living in Morganton, N.C. He was born in Iredell County on September 28, 1961,

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Iredell-Statesville Schools celebrate National Dairy Month (Photo Gallery)

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN January brought a delicious celebration to Iredell-Statesville Schools, as the district focused on promoting the nutritional benefits of dairy to students. Schools throughout the district creatively decorated

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Barbara Kimble Roberson

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Barbara Marie Kimble Roberson, 79, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Friday, February 14, 2025, at Autumn Care in Cornelius, N.C. She was born on August 26, 1945, in Smoke Hole,

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Amber Rose Tisdale

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Amber Rose Tisdale, 33, peacefully passed away on February 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Reno, Nev., on January 9, 1992, Amber was an exceptional daughter, sister,

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Cool Spring Elementary students showcase knowledge of famous North Carolinians (Photo Gallery)

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Students from Cool Spring Elementary School took on the life of historical figures as part of the school’s annual North Carolinian Wax Museum Day on Friday. Fourth-graders,

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Statesville Council weighs options for paying for future capital projects

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville City Council members got a detailed look at the city’s short- and long-term capital needs during last week’s two-day council retreat. \Balancing the expense of current

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

Posted on February 16, 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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ICSO Felony Arrests: February 8-14

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 7 ♦ Rachel Reed Hinson, 36, of W. Morehouse Avenue, Mooresville, charged with obtaining property by false

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Mack Molding makes largest press investment in more than 25 years

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mack Molding, a leading custom plastics molder and supplier of contract manufacturing services, has made its largest investment in plastic injection molding presses in more than 25

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Keith Ray Hembree

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Keith Ray Hembree, 66, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He was born on July 5, 1958, in Lucedale, Miss., to

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Harold Eugene Hickman

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Harold Eugene Hickman, 83, died Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in Statesville, N.C. He was born in Black Rock, Ark., in 1941, son of the late Henry and Irma Hickman. He

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

Posted on February 15, 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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Photo Gallery: Polar Plunge raises money for Special Olympics of Iredell County

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd participated in the annual Polar Plunge at the Statesville Leisure Pool on Saturday to support the Special Olympics of Iredell County. Despite the cold

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