Geri Davidson passed away peacefully at age 88 surrounded by her family on March 17, 2023. She was born in Greensboro, N.C., to Howard and Ella Staley. In addition to
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DACI turns prevention focus to youth-oriented events, campaigns
BY DEBBIE PAGE The best way to flatten the graph line of drug and alcohol misuse and various types of nicotine consumption is to stop it before it starts, and
Birth Announcements: March 3-16
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 3 ♦ A girl, Chloe Michelle Bradburn, born to Coty and Noelle Bradburn
Desmond Tramaine Whitesides
Mr. Desmond Tramaine “Butchie” Whitesides was born December 5, 1971, to Renee Peet Stephens and Benny Whitesides. He departed this life on Monday, March 13, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital.
I-SS Board recognizes students for achievements in district, regional competitions (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education recognized numerous students for their achievements during the board’s meeting on March 13. Spelling Bee This year’s I-SS District Spelling Bee
Iredell County Health Department reports two more deaths attributed to COVID-19
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Health Department has reported two more deaths attributed to COVID-19. Local health officials do not release personal information about COVID-19 patients, including those who
SPD releases name of man killed in shooting; 15-year-old remains in critical condition
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department has released the name of a young man who died late Wednesday night after being shot inside a home on Goldsboro Avenue. Zion
Gov. Cooper releases proposed budget for FY 2023-2025, calls for ‘once-in-a-generation’ investments
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday released his recommended budget for FY 2023-2025, “First in Opportunity.” The plan put forth by the governor builds on
Gunter’s Family Kitchen serves up homestyle cookin’ in The Grove
BY MIKE FUHRMAN If you stop by Gunter’s Family Kitchen for lunch, there’s a good chance you’ll run into Dan Wilhelm. He’s a big fan of the homemade meatloaf, dip
Road to Recovery: Woman survives four-month coma, regains strength at Iredell Cardiopulmonary Rehab
Special to Iredell Free News After five months in three hospitals, a four-month coma, and time in a short-term rehabilitation facility, Patricia Moore was left with the lingering effects of
Latest edition of ‘IFN Monthly’ available at 80 locations across Iredell County
FROM STAFF REPORTS Our free magazine, “IFN Monthly,” is widely available throughout Iredell County. The March cover story features Andy Pendleton, a 100-year-old World War II veteran who shared memories
Lucille “Babe” Carpenter
Lucille “Babe” Carpenter was born in Iredell County on April 12, 1935, to the late Allen Carpenter and Flora Summers Carpenter. She departed this life on Friday, March 10, 2023.
Henry Brooks Grantham
Henry Brooks Grantham, 66, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on March 10, 2023. He was born on January 9, 1957, in Greensboro, N.C., to the late Carson and Mary Jane
Iredell Health Foundation holds inaugural International Women’s Day Breakfast
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Iredell Health System, held its inaugural International Women’s Day Breakfast in Mooresville on Wednesday. The funds raised
Louann Church Jones
Louann Church Jones, 86, of Harmony, N.C., passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, N.C. Mrs. Jones was born February 17, 1937, in Iredell County,
Lillian Stout Taylor
Lillian Stout Taylor, 85, of Statesville, N.C., passed away March 7, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Lillian was born February 14, 1938, in Iredell County to
SPD: Officers searching for man facing charges in connection with fatal crash
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville police officers are looking for a man who faces charges in connection with a crash that claimed the life of a 30-year-old Statesville man. The Statesville
Preston Dale Goodman
Preston Dale Goodman, 73, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023. He was born on October 10, 1949, in Rowan County, N.C., to the late Raymer and
Iredell Urgent Care – Statesville on track to open in early summer
Special to Iredell Free News Construction has begun on Iredell Health System’s newest venture, Iredell Urgent Care – Statesville, located at 1540 E. Broad Street in Statesville. The system took
Birth Announcements: February 9-22
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: FEBRUARY 9 ♦ A boy, Sebastian Locklear Manzano, born to Armando and Ciji Manzano
Health Beat: How to take charge of your high blood pressure
Special to Iredell Free News Have you been told you have high blood pressure? If so, it may have come as a surprise, considering you probably had no apparent signs
Willard Dale Blackwelder
Willard Dale Blackwelder, 91, of Statesville, N.C., went to his heavenly home on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at Gordon Hospice House. He was the husband of Mildred Blackwelder, and the son
Community Health Survey rollout planned for late March
Healthy Iredell Coalition finalizing questions to aimed at identifying key health needs BY DEBBIE PAGE The Healthy Iredell Coalition, a group comprised of Iredell County citizens and agency and organization
Johnny Wrenn Arney
Johnny Wrenn Arney, 69, of Barium Springs, N.C., passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, February 20, 2023. Johnny was born on August 6, 1953, to the late John
Piedmont HealthCare welcomes new physician to Davie Internal Medicine in Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News Dr. Shawn Walls has joined the practice at Piedmont HealthCare Davie Internal Medicine in Statesville. He will work alongside Dr. Tania Acevedo; Tanya Maxwell, DNP;
Iredell health officials report county’s 550th death attributed to COVID-19
FROM STAFF REPORTS A total of 550 deaths in Iredell County have now been attributed to COVID-19. The Iredell County Health Department reported the latest death last week. Local health
Sheriff: Father charged with murder in connection with infant daughter’s death
FROM STAFF REPORTS A southern Iredell County man faces a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of his 5-week-old daughter. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
Health Beat: If untreated, AFib can lead to increased risk of stroke, heart failure
Special to Iredell Free News The American Heart Association (AHA) estimates that as many as 6 million Americans live with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Although it’s common, many are still unaware
Edith Martin Derr
Mrs. Edith Martin Derr, 97, passed away on Friday, February, 17, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital She was born in Stokes County, N.C. on April 14, 1925, and was the
Margaret Jean Schmitt
Margaret J. Schmitt, 74, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord February 18, 2023, at Novant Hospital in Huntersville, N.C. She was born on May 4,1948,, in Tuscarawas, Ohio, the
Dean Anthony Castellano
Dean Anthony Castellano of Mooresville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2023. He was only 53 years old. His family and friends are devastated by his sudden passing. Dean
Fannie “Libby” Stewart
Fannie Elizabeth “Libby” Benton Stewart, 76, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was born in Iredell County on August 19, 1946, to the
Janice Tutterow Allie
Janice Tutterow Allie, 86, of Statesville, N.C, passed Monday, February 20, 2023, at her home. Mrs. Allie was born in Davie County, N.C., on October 14, 1936, the daughter of
Elizabeth “Betty” Lloyd Horton
Elizabeth “Betty” Lloyd Baxter Horton, 84, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at Iredell Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family,
In the Know: Woman who lost sons to drugs, gun violence encourages community to change approach to addressing substance misuse (Part III)
Editor’s Note: This is third part of a three-part series on Drug-Alcohol Coalition Iredell’s recent “In the Know” event. BY DEBBIE PAGE Dr. Lonise Bias’s personal journey with substance misuse
Diane Adele Nixon
Diane Adele Nixon, 83, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on February 16, 2023. She was born on July 3, 1939, in Chicago, Ill., to the late Peter and Adeline Kroll