Special to IFN The Statesville Fire Department is making it easier for residents to safely recycle rechargeable batteries through its new Call2Recycle “One Drum” collection program. A specialized recycling container
Author: Mike Fuhrman
Games have always been part of Iredell’s life. Long before screens or high-speed internet, people met after work or on weekends for small competitions that filled an evening. Someone would
IFN Staff A man who was wanted for a felony stalking charge faces new charges after being a apprehended by Statesville Police Department officers. The SPD announced the arrest of Casey
Margaret Lynne Miller Davis, 85, of Statesville, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Margaret was born November 13, 1939, in Cumberland County, Ill., to the late
Roger M. Callahan, 80, of Charlotte, N.C., passed away on October 9, 2025. He was born in Taunton, Mass., to the late Josephine B. Callahan and Lawrence T. Callahan. Mr.
The angels that surrounded our mother, Carol Ann Matney Slone, finally got to carry her home to her Savior on October 14, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C.
Sandra Diane Weinel Clements, 80, passed from this life on October 11, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born in Chicago, Ill., on August 30, 1945, to
Patricia Ann Gastle Pelow, 82, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, N.C. She was born July 29, 1943,
David Leroy Stokes, affectionately known as “Dave” and “Hawkeye,” passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on October 13, 2025, at the Greens of Maple Leaf in Statesville, N.C.
Mrs. Betty Kerley, 81, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at her home. She was born January 20, 1944, in Wilkes County, the daughter of the late
Kimberly Wasson ♦ Age: 54 ♦ Address: 116 Shadow Woods Road, Statesville ♦ Education: Graduate of North lredell High, Kings College, and Mitchell Community College ♦ Professional Background: My professional
Brian Summers ♦ Age: 55 ♦ Address: P.O. Box 1003, Statesville ♦ Education: Iredell‑Statesville Schools; Fairleigh Dickinson University, B.A. in Political Science and History; George Washington University, School of Political Management, graduate degree.
William Morgan ♦ Age: 62 ♦ Address: 1003 LaSalle Lane, Statesville ♦ Education: BA, Wake Forest University; graduate study, The American College ♦ Professional Background: President and CEO, Capital Management
James Douglas “Doug” Hendrix ♦ Age: 67 ♦ Address: 117 N Mulberry Street, Statesville ♦ Education: Graduate of Watauga High School, Boone, N.C.; graduate of Georgetown College, Georgetown, Ky. ♦
Update: According to the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office, Evan Milos was located on Tuesday and returned to his parents. IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office sent out an urgent
Special to IFN Mooresville Arts announced the award winners for the 43rd Annual Artoberfest Judged Show & Competition on Monday. Seventy-six artists entered this year’s show, which features 134 entries. Artists
BY KEVIN IMM The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department held its 18th Annual Cruise-In fundraiser at Station 1 on Ruritan Road on Saturday. More than 75 cars, motorcycles and trucks
BY KARISSA MILLER One Iredell-Statesville school board member expressed concerns about the way the board approves School Improvement Plans. During Monday’s school board meeting, board member Mike Kubiniec made a
BY DEBBIE PAGE Winter Flake Drive residents pleaded with the Troutman Town Council during last Thursday’s meeting to intervene after Prestige Development failed to honor its promise to protect a
Climate change is a pressing concern that affects many spheres of our lives, including the choice of clothes for our kids. Data suggests that children born after 2020 will be
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Paul Newby called Monday a big day for the Tar Heel State. Newby joined other state and local officials Monday morning
George Allen Jones, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Mountain Valley Hospice House. George was born on September 25, 1945, to the late George
Ruth Dill Calabrese, 96, of Troutman, N.C., passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025. Ruth was born in Newark, N.J., to the late John Dill and Helen Sandquist Dill.
Bruce Leon Wilson Sr., 78, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, in New Orleans, La. Bruce was born November 22, 1946, in St. Lawrence County, N.Y., to the late John
Anna Ruth Hanshaw Painter, 77, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House. Born on June 14, 1948 in Fayette, W.Va., she
Katie Lee Lytton, 52, of Statesville, N.C., born on October 7, 1973, in Yadkin County, N.C., passed away on October 8, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital following a period of
Heaven gained an angel on October 11, 2025, when Linda Gail Clark, lovingly known to all as Mom, went home to be with the Lord. Mom was a devoted mother of
Carol Sue Scott, 76, of Charlotte, N.C., and formerly of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on October 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, passion, and spirited determination. Born on
Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council announced Monday that Ashley Jimenez has been selected as the nonprofit’s new board chair. A supporter, donor, and active board member for the
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein and N.C. Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai announced Monday more than $6.5 billion in medical debt has been relieved for more
IFN Staff A man and woman face felony child abuse after their three children tested positive for cocaine exposure following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren
Braden Zittle ♦ Address: 103 Brookmeade Drive, Statesville ♦ Professional Background: Service-industry and operations leader with extensive experience in business development, financial management, and logistics. Over the past decade, I
Trey Robertson ♦ Age: 35 ♦ Address: 226 White Apple Way, Statesville ♦ Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from West Point ♦ Professional Background: 11 years as an
James Pressly ♦ Age: 38 ♦ Address: 929 Argyle Court, Statesville ♦ Education: BA in History, University of South Carolina (2009) ; MBA, Western Carolina University (2013) ; MS in
Todd Lange ♦ Age: 64 ♦ Address: 222 N. Mulberry Street, Statesville ♦ Education: Public Policy and Administration/Liberal Arts, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater ♦ Professional Background: Former Sales and Project Executive
Dustin Jett ♦ Age: 39 ♦ Address: North Oakwood Drive, Statesville ♦ Education: High School ♦ Professional Background: Telecommunications Worker ♦ Elected experience: Proud Rookie ♦ Volunteer/community service experience: City