FROM STAFF REPORTS Friends and family members are concerned about the welfare of a missing Statesville woman. Sequoia “Poodie” Cotton, 26, was last seen on Thursday, December 22. She was
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Mary Elizabeth Knox
Mary Elizabeth “Lib” Gudger Knox of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on December 21, 2022, at the age of 100 after a brief illness. She was the youngest of 10 children
Victor Andrew Vissering
Victor Andrew “Andy” Vissering, 74, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville on December 20, 2022. Andy was born on April 23, 1948,
Viewpoint: All I want for Christmas is a little less schadenfreude and a little more freudenfreude
BY REV. H. STEPHEN SHOEMAKER My worst course in college was German. Thank God I needed only four semesters to graduate. From my studies and experience, I am too well
Local Girl Scout presented National Medal of Honor
Special to Iredell Free News Leela Church has been awarded the National Medal of Honor by Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont. In December of 2021, the Statesville teen attempted
Mary Anne Jenkins Weaver
Mary Anne Jenkins Weaver, 89, passed away November 26, 2022. Among her last words were: “I love you more than anyone has loved anyone, ever!” She was so full of love
Statesville High students learn by giving back through Chick-fil-A leadership program (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER Twenty Statesville High School leadership students are discovering this holiday season what a difference giving back can make in the lives of younger students. On Monday afternoon,
Health Beat: Five tips for a happy, healthy holiday season
Special to Iredell Free News If you find it difficult to stay healthy around the holidays, you’re not alone. Maintaining healthy lifestyle goals and avoiding sicknesses is especially difficult during
Gov. Cooper signs State of Emergency to activate emergency response plan, increase transportation of fuel supplies in advance of extreme cold temperatures
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — With the possibility of icy conditions in the western part of the state and below average temperatures expected as an arctic mass approaches, Gov.
Statesville mayor touts city’s accomplishments in 2022, expresses appreciation for staff
BY STACIE LETT CAIN As the Statesville City Council completed its official business for the year on Monday, Mayor Costi Kutteh took a few minutes to talk about strides the
Johnny Wayne Dalton
Johnny Wayne Dalton, 74, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. He was born March 10, 1947, to Otto and Anna Carson Dalton. Johnny was preceded in
Elizabeth Ann Mayberry Benfield
Elizabeth “Ann” Mayberry Benfield passed away peacefully at her home on December 15, 2022. Ann was born in Wilkes, N.C., County on August 14, 1932, to parents Fred Lester and
Library staff working on countywide cemetery survey, digital collections upgrade
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR The Local History Department at the Iredell County Public Library is very excited to announce that the countywide cemetery survey has officially been started. We have visited
Health Beat: How to handle holiday stress and grief
Special to Iredell Free News If the holiday season is supposed to be the most “wonderful time of the year,” then why does it bring us so much stress? It’s
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)
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
Powell’s contributions to Troutman library honored with reading area dedication (Photos)
BY DEBBIE PAGE Without Winifred “Winkie” Powell, the Town of Troutman would not have a library, according to Town Manager Ron Wyatt. Powell, he said, was the determined, driving force
Salvation Army distributes gifts to 275 Iredell County families (Photos)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Salvation Army of Iredell County held its annual gift distribution this week, ensuring that dozens of children will have a Merry Christmas. Major JoAnn Mure said
CATS automotive department hosts appreciation luncheon for community stakeholders (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER The Career Academy & Technical School’s Automotive Department held its annual stakeholder’s appreciation luncheon Thursday afternoon to show gratitude to the faculty and staff, local automotive/transportation sponsors
Speak Life and Live to host New Year’s Eve Bash at Statesville Civic Center
Special to Iredell Free News Speak Life and Live will host a New Year’s Eve Bash with N-Spire on December 31 at the Statesville Civic Center. The doors will open
Viewpoint: Iredell County GOP Executive Committee wisely rejects party disloyalty complaints
BY MIKE FUHRMAN During the two years leading up to the 2022 elections, there was a carefully orchestrated effort to undermine the public’s confidence in Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education
Statesville Woman’s Club rings in holidays, expresses appreciation for community support of clubhouse preservation efforts
Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina (GFWC of NC) Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its December luncheon meeting. A special musical performance
Iredell Homeless Coalition members sponsor events, seek help with holiday, winter needs
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Iredell Homeless Coalition, a group of nonprofits, law enforcement and helping agencies, is collecting donations to meet the needs of those who are housing insecure during
James Wayne Mayes
James Wayne Mayes, 76, went to be with his Savior after passing peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 14, 2022, after a long, heart-breaking period of physical
Alice Ann Downs
Alice Ann Downs passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at home with her family holding hands by her side. Ann, who was born in Alexandria, La., was the youngest
As COVID-19 cases increase, NCDHHS launches telemedicine program to improve access to lifesaving treatments
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — People who test positive for COVID-19, particularly those who are uninsured or don’t have a primary care doctor, will have better access to
SPD opens homicide investigation after shooting victim dies in hospital
FROM STAFF REPORTS A man who was shot in the Lakeview Drive area last month passed away on Wednesday after being removed from life support, according to the Statesville Police
Iredell Health System launches cancer rehab program
Special to Iredell Free News Adjusting to the physical demands of life with cancer or managing your wellbeing as a cancer survivor is no easy feat. You need support and
Better Business Bureau provides advice for stopping porch pirates this holiday season
Special to Iredell Free News The rise of online marketplaces and expedited delivery services is a convenient service for many consumers across the nation, allowing holiday purchasers to search out
Tonya Yvette Turner
Ms. Tonya Yvette Turner, affectionately known as “Vette,” entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at her residence. Born in Iredell County on November 11, 1965, she was
I-SS Board disregards state law, approves ‘early start’ option for 2023-2024 school year
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education adopted the “early start” option for the 2023-2024 school year on Monday night following a spirited debate on whether the district
Updated COVID-19 vaccine dose available for kids ages 6 months to 4 years
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Most children 6 months to 4 years are now eligible for their updated COVID-19 vaccine, which protects against COVID-19 variants. These vaccine doses are
Jerry Dale Sherrill
Jerry Dale Sherrill, 81 of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with his Savior. He passed peacefully at home with his family surrounding him on Sunday, December 11, 2022. Jerry
VIDEO: I-SS Superintendent, Statesville High principal discuss safety measures in wake recent fights, assaults at district schools
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ICSO Felony Arrests: December 3-7
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 3 ♦ Kay Michelle Clendenning, 34, of W. Memorial Highway, Harmony, charged with taking a financial
Iredell Health System’s director of Radiation Therapy retires after 32 Years
Special to Iredell Free News Radiation therapy was not always Jerry Sintay’s passion. But once he was introduced to this profession, he became captivated by the work and made helping
Spreading Joy: Family donates Christmas trees to Boys & Girls Club families
BY KARISSA MILLER Brittany and Jason Chester wanted to teach their sons, Ezra and Josiah, the importance of giving and the true meaning of Christmas. When Brittany asked her older