Barry Ronald Vinson, 69, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center after a brief illness on February 19, 2026. He was born on August
Author: Mike Fuhrman
Douglas Michael “Mike” Benfield Sr., 74, of Hiddenite, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at his home. He was born May 13, 1951, in Caldwell County, the son
IFN Staff A convicted felon faces two felony firearm charges in connection with a disturbance that occurred near Statesville over the weekend. On Saturday, February 21, Iredell County Sheriff’s Office
BY REP. TODD CARVER I would like to take a moment to talk about the importance of voting in this primary season. Early voting runs through Saturday, February 28. During
Special to IFN Veteran fire investigator Kevin Aube has been appointed Iredell County fire marshal. Aube, who has nearly two decades of fire service experience, advanced investigative credentials, and a
Special to IFN Iredell Physician Network, a part of Iredell Health System, has welcomed Amy Kilpatrick to Iredell Psychiatry. She recently served as case management coordinator for Iredell Davis Behavioral
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BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue was alerted for a vehicle fire on Talon Trail about 7:57 p.m. on Saturday. Responding units were notified that the fire was burning the
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BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell County Republican Party’s Executive Committee has some important work to do on Monday evening. At the risk of sounding over-dramatic, nothing less than the future
With immeasurable love and heartbreak, we announce the passing of a woman who was not just loved, not just admired — but rare. Anna Maria Shaw, born on October 4, 1986,
Daniel Ray Morrison, 78, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Born on August 25, 1947, in Washington, D.C., Daniel lived a life marked by service,
James Allen Calloway, 62, passed away on February 18, 2026. James was born February 14, 1964, in Yadkin County, N.C., to Allen Gray Calloway and Shirley Ann Mitchem Calloway. He
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IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 2 ♦ Rebecca Ann Johnston, 32, of Amity Hill Road, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to sell
BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School was filled with students and proud family members last week as the school hosted its annual Academic Day. “We love welcoming our parents
Special to IFN Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is accepting applications from artists who are interested in participating in the Spring Craft Art Crawl. The event is scheduled for 2 to
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The annual Statesville Wedding Expo was held at the Statesville Event Center on Sunday afternoon. A diverse group of vendors were on hand to help couples plan
Mr. Eddie Junior Burch was the baby of seven children and was born in Hartwell, Ga., on October 22, 1933, and was the son of the late George Albert Burch and
Michael Wayne Thomasson, 83, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. He was preceded in death by Phillip A. Thomasson, Berdie M. Thomasson and Phillip M. Thomasson. Mike was born
Charles Nelson Williams, 76, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 19, 2026 in Statesville, N.C. Visitation will be held at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home in Statesville on Wednesday, February
Deborah Clark Remmel, fondly known as Debbie, graced the world with her spirit and nurturing heart on August 11 1937, in the picturesque city of Denver, Colo., until her departure
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD During their winter budget retreat in Hickory on Thursday, Statesville City Council members talked about a three-year capital improvement plan, held a strategic plan review, and discussed
Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club is now taking orders for the Annual Geranium Sale that will be held on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Special to IFN Fair View United Methodist Church in Mt. Mourne recently observed Scout Sunday with Scouts and Scout Leaders from Cub Scout Pack #173 and Scouts BSA Troops #173
Special to IFN The Mooresville Police Department has launched its new Drone First Responder (DFR) program, designed to get eyes on the scene faster and enhance public safety. The MPD
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 11 ♦ Rodney Lynn Southworth, 75, of Damascus Church Road, Hiddenite, charged with manufacture or possess a
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