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EnergyUnited announces sports camp scholarship winners
Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited has selected two students to receive all-expenses-paid scholarships from the cooperative to attend summer basketball camps at UNC-Chapel Hill and N.C. State University this
Letter to the Editor: Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members have demonstrated they are unfit to serve
To the Editor: After reading the text messages exchanged between members of the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education, I would like to say that I am highly disappointed in the
Mitchell Community College celebrates Basic Law Enforcement Training graduates (Photos)
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College celebrated 21 graduates of its Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program on Friday, May 19. Students completing the Basic Law Enforcement Training
Photo Gallery: Troutman’s Second Annual Red and Blue 5K
BY DEBBIE PAGE Nearly 200 runners of all ages, including many decked out in red and blue to show their support for firefighters and police officers, gathered at the Depot
Rep. McNeely apologizes for ‘misstep,’ vows to work to become better
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two days after making comments on the floor of the N.C. House of Representatives that were widely viewed as racist, Rep. Jeff McNeely issued a statement apologizing
Viewpoint: An Open Letter to the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education
“Suggesting that student violence be encouraged and used for profit is not funny. It is a ‘joke’ of the worst kind — one that devalues human life and reveals your
The Honorable Samuel Allen Cathey
The Honorable Samuel Allen Cathey, 78 of Alexander, N.C., passed away at his home on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Judge Cathey was born March 15, 1945, in Iredell County. He
Kevin Jay Snoddy
Kevin Jay Snoddy, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in the presence of family. He was born October 14, 1959, in Wooster, Ohio, and
IFN Investigation: Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education violated N.C. open meetings law more than 30 times
Public records show that the board regularly discussed school district business by text message after four new members were sworn in BY MIKE FUHRMAN The
George R. Smith Jr.
George R. Smith Jr., 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 2, 2023. He was born and raised in Folsom, N.J., where he worked for many years
Statesville Council grapples with housing questions and shelter needs, cracks down on urban camping
BY STACIE LETT CAIN In three seemingly unrelated presentations to the Statesville City Council Monday evening, the issue of homelessness and the need for more affordable housing options became very
East Iredell Elementary students showcase leadership skills during annual event (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER About 300 parents and community members visited East Iredell Elementary School on Friday for the school’s annual Leadership Day. “Our staff and students worked so hard, and
Donald Ray White
Donald Ray White, 63, of Union Grove, N.C., passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Donald was born February 10, 1960, to Franklin Ray White and Betty Stevenson White in
Sheriff: Former I-SS teacher facing statutory rape charges violated conditions of her pre-trial release for a second time
FROM STAFF REPORTS A former Iredell-Statesville Schools teacher who was free trial on while awaiting trial on felony sex charges, including statutory rape, has been charged with violating the conditions
A Parent’s Guide: What to do when asthma attacks
Special to Iredell Free News For many children, warm weather means outdoor activities and fun in the sun. But for the 4.8 million American children with asthma, this time of
Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 to $3,000 Signing Bonus)
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,
Viewpoint: New e-bike changed my life in two weeks
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the May edition of IFN Monthly. BY PRESSLY MATTOX Who doesn’t know how to ride a bike? Who doesn’t need to get
Class of 2023: Mitchell Community College grads encouraged to ‘chase endless opportunities’ that await
Special to Iredell Free News Smiles, laughs and tears of joy filled the Mooresville Performing Arts Center on Saturday as Mitchell Community College honored over 700 students who earned associate
New MGSD strategic plan focuses on ’empowering every individual to grow, thrive, and succeed’
BY DEBBIE PAGE After a six-month process of gathering stakeholder input with the assistance of Insight Education, Mooresville Graded School District Superintendent Jason Gardner and his staff presented the district’s
Troutman Council honors 2023 Citizen of the Year, Organization of the Year
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Town of Troutman on Thursday recognized Mary Starks, a community leader who moved back to town in 2006 after a career with the New York City Housing
Class of 2023: Crossroads graduates lauded for taking ‘harder, less traveled path’
BY KARISSA MILLER Years of hard work and perseverance paid off for the Class of 2023 at Crossroads Arts and Science Early College High School on Friday afternoon. The reward
Class of 2023: ASEC graduates urged to ‘fearlessly enter next stage’
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Agriculture and Science Early College celebrated the fourth class of graduates in the school’s history on Friday. Principal Billy Wells congratulated the 51 graduates on the
North Carolina moves forward as COVID-19 public health emergency ends
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The U.S. public health emergency that was declared to respond to COVID-19 ends Thursday. North Carolina will continue to distribute the federally funded COVID-19
MGSD: Selma Burke Middle on track to open for start of 2023-2024 school year (Photos)
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Construction on Mooresville Graded School District’s new middle school is on schedule, and district officials said it will be complete in time to open when the 2023-2024
MGSD Board lowers school tax rate, approves salary supplements and bus driver recruitment bonus
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education voted unanimously Tuesday to lower the school tax rate, approved teacher and instructional personnel salary supplements, and approved a
Viewpoint: Nurses make a difference in our community every day
BY BECKY WAGNER What profession provides world-class care and is considered the most honest and ethical profession? Individuals working in this career field can walk an average of 4 to
A Chance to Shine: Northview Academy students launch apparel business
BY KARISSA MILLER A business inside Northview Academy is gaining local attention and has even caught the eye of N.C. State Superintendent Catherine Truitt. Phoenix Apparel Plus, the student-run screen
Carolina Caring opens registration for camp for grieving children
Special to Iredell Free News Carolina Caring and Rising Hope Farms in Claremont have teamed up to offer Brighter Days Children’s Camp for youth ages 5 through 14 who have
Viewpoint: Green Street Cemetery project casts light on Statesville history
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR The study at the Green Street Cemetery in Statesville has been one of the most important and rewarding projects I have ever been involved with. Last year,
Resident urges Troutman Council to approve traffic-slowing measures near library
BY DEBBIE PAGE David Saleeby urged the Troutman Town Council to allow installation of some type of speed calming measures near the J. Hoyt Haynes Memorial Troutman Library at the
Photo Gallery: Charlotte FC coaches provide training for Impact FC players
PHOTOS BY AMANDA CALDWELL Special to Iredell Free News Impact Futbol Club hosted Charlotte FC’s coaching staff at the Statesville Soccer Complex on Monday evening. The MLS coaches conducted training
Registration underway for upcoming Iredell County Longest Table event
FROM STAFF REPORTS Organizers of the 2023 Iredell County Longest Table event have made arrangements to serve up barbecue chicken, side dishes and desserts for the upcoming gathering at Statesville
Calvin Tilden Shinn Jr.
Calvin Tilden Shinn Jr., 98, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Born August 13, 1924, he was the son of the
Viewpoint: National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week provide opportunity to reflect on past year
BY JOHN GREEN It seems like just a few days ago I wrote an editorial regarding National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week. Obviously, time flies, as it has been
Caitlyn Ann Yoder
A little over 12½ years ago, on September 2, 2010, our world was blessed to have Caitlyn Ann Yoder become a part of us. She changed and inspired our family
