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Michael Claude Marshall
Michael Claude Marshall, a devoted and faithful husband, father, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on August 30, 1958, in Norfolk, Va.,
Health Beat: How to escape an anxiety trap
Special to IFN The anxiety trap, often called the cycle of avoidance, happens when we avoid situations that can cause anxiety or emotional distress. Avoidance provides temporary relief before the
Renowned pastor to preach at Broad Street UMC in Statesville on November 16
Special to IFN Broad Street United Methodist Church will host its 2025 Fall LEAP Lecture and Preaching Series on Sunday, November 16. The series, which celebrates leadership, excellence, and preaching,
Wrongful Death Claims After Mesothelioma: A Guide for Military Families
Mesothelioma can take a loved one fast, and families are left with painful questions. When exposure occurred during military service, the path to justice runs through a wrongful death claim.
City of Statesville & Iredell County announce Veterans Day closings
Special to IFN Iredell County and the City of Statesville announced the following closings and schedule changes for Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. City of Statesville City
ICSO Felony Arrests: October 31 – November 6
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 31 ♦ Angel Fabra Martin, 48, of Nabors Road, Statesville, charged with obtaining property by false pretenses,
Local veterans honored at annual West Iredell High School ceremony (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER West Iredell High School’s Junior ROTC cadets and students held the school’s 41st annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday morning, delivering a heartfelt and powerful tribute to
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities (November 9)
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
BBB Scam Alert: Use caution when searching for weight-loss products online
Special to IFN Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about a troubling trend involving deep-fake videos that promote a weight-loss product. Over the course of two months, BBB Scam Tracker
NCDHHS pauses full SNAP payments after U.S. Supreme Court decision
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) acknowledges the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision issued late Friday night granting the Trump Administration’s appeal to
Montoya Shambria Payne
Montoya Shambria Payne, affectionately known as Toya, passed away on November 4, 2025. Born on December 24, 1993, she was the first child born to Evetta Payne and the late
Catharine Elizabeth Davidson
Catharine “Cathy” Elizabeth Davidson, 66, of Statesville, N.C., passed away October 30, 2025. Cathy was born in Iredell County on April 5, 1959, to the late James Davidson and Gladys
NCDEQ to hold public hearing for natural gas pipeline project on November 13
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality is accepting public comments related to the Title V air qualify permit for Transcontinental Gas Pipe
I-SS celebrates National School Lunch Week with a trip around the world (Photo Gallery)
Special to IFN Each October, schools across the country celebrate National School Lunch Week (NSLW), a time to highlight the importance of healthy school meals and recognize the dedicated staff
Local Vibes That Last All Week: Everyday Ways to Unwind with Casino Style Fun
Welcome to the Neighborhood Chill Zone Modern life can get busy, and most people feel the pressure of the bustle at some point. Finding hours in a busy schedule to
James Monroe Covington
James “Jimmy” Monroe Covington, 91, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1934, in Iredell County, N.C., to the late John
Work and Live with Ease: Apartments Near Microsoft in Redmond and Bellevue
For professionals in the tech industry, location can make all the difference in achieving a healthy work-life balance. Living close to Microsoft’s bustling campuses in Redmond and Bellevue offers unmatched
How RTA Cabinet Kits Empower Homeowners to Build Affordably
Buying a new house is an expensive and troublesome task, but home renovation is not very practical either. The largest one is often the kitchen, where cabinets have the greatest
Cool Doesn’t Mean Expensive: The Realities of the Cheapest Ads Platform
It’s hard to find anything more appealing in the digital world for small businesses or independent website owners than the concept of a “cheapest ads platform”. In 2025, competition is
Sally Anne Peterson
Sally Anne Peterson (Burris) passed away on November 1, 2025, in Mooresville, N.C., after a short illness. She was 96 years old. Born on October 14, 1929, in Niles, Mich.,
Woodland Heights Elementary honors local veterans (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER Woodland Heights Elementary School students and staff paid tribute to local military veterans Thursday morning during the school’s eighth annual Veterans Day Celebration. “We want you to
Iredell Homeless Collaborative striving to meet food, holiday needs
BY DEBBIE PAGE With the continuing federal shutdown and the cessation of some food benefits, Iredell County agencies are seeing rapidly increasing numbers of new applications for food assistance. Salvation
Newly elected Troutman Council members honored for opportunity to serve, vow transparency
BY DEBBIE PAGE George Harris, Felina Harris, and Tonya Bartlett were elected to the three open Troutman Town Council seats on Tuesday. George Harris was the top vote getter after
New health plan available to Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce members
Special to IFN With small businesses feeling the impacts of rising health care costs, the N.C. Chamber has partnered with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of North Carolina to provide
Carol Woods Morrison
Ms. Carol Woods Morrison, daughter of the late Walter and Veatrice McClelland Woods, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on December 23, 1956. She departed this life at Atrium Wake
Brian “BJ” Andrew Just
Brian “BJ” Andrew Just, 47, of Mooresville, N.C., and formerly of Buffalo, N.Y, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Born in Buffalo, BJ carried his hometown pride wherever
Performing Arts Live Iredell to present The Raleigh Ringers on November 15
Special to IFN The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally acclaimed, Emmy-nominated concert handbell ensemble will perform at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville on Saturday, November 15, as part of the Performing
Sheriff: Woman faces felony charges after ICSO deputies respond to complaint at Statesville hotel
Special to IFN A woman faces felony drug charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a Statesville hotel to investigate a narcotics complaint. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
6 Best Hair Salon Software for 2026
Your choice of salon management software can make or break your business. It becomes the backbone of your operations, as it controls everything from appointment scheduling to payroll. The right
MGSD announces appointment of new Before and After School Program director
Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Toni-Ann Lukacs as the new director of the Before and After School Program (BASP).
Real Money Online Casinos Texas: 10 TX Gambling Sites (2025)
Finding the best real money online casinos in Texas is a bit like chasing the perfect brisket — the basics are simple, but the quality makes all the difference. After
William “Al” Hatcher
William “Al” Hatcher, 65, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 31, 2025, surrounded by his family. Al was born on December 13, 1959, the second
Sheriff: Suspect charged with stealing electrical wiring from construction site
IFN Staff A Statesville man has been arrested in connection with the theft of electrical wiring from a residential construction site following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Julie Annette Lambert
Ms. Julie Annette Lambert, 49, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was born in Iredell County on February 17, 1976, to Pamela Kay Barnard
7 Reasons to Trust Local Legal Professionals
Courthouses run on habits, calendars, and quiet rules that vary from place to place. What works in one county may frustrate progress in the next county. People who live and