Editor’s Note: This article and headline have been revised from an earlier version. BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Food pantries and emergency food assistance organizations across the county and region are
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Sandra Jane Overcash
Sandra “Sandy” Jane Overcash, 75, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at her home on September 27, 2022. She was born August 4, 1947, to the late Willard and Margaret Overcash.
Steven Paul Timm
Steven “Minnow” Paul Timm, 61, of Mooresville, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 24, 2022. He was born on June 26, 1961, in Blair, Neb., to
EnergyUnited preparing for aftermath of tropical storm
Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts as Tropical Storm Ian approaches the Carolinas. The storm caused catastrophic loss in Florida. The cooperative is prepare
William Griffin Carney
William “Will” Griffin Carney, 25, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. He was born on May 29, 1997 in Charlotte, N.C., to Don Carney and Jan
NCDHHS urges safety practices before and after arrival of remnants of Hurricane Ian
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As North Carolinians begin to feel the impacts, including power outages and flooding, from the remnants of Hurricane Ian, N.C. Department of Health
Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling event raises nearly $20K for Crosby Scholars (Photos)
hotos Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Crosby Scholars held a Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling event at the Crawford Farm earlier this month to raise funds for Last
Friends group helps staff improve, maintain Lake Norman State Park
Editor’s Note: The author Debbie Page is on the FLANO Board of Directors. BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com About 40 Friends of Lake Norman State Park (FLANO) volunteers celebrated National Public
Herman Russell Newton
“Busy as a bee” describes Herman Russell Newton, 87, who was born September 3, 1935. Herman passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. As one of
Gov. Cooper declares State of Emergency in advance of severe weather
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In advance of Hurricane Ian’s remnants moving through North Carolina, Gov. Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency on Wednesday to activate the
Group urges Iredell commissioners to make Iredell County a ‘Sanctuary for Life’
BY KARISSA MILLER For two years now, a group of residents has been asking the Iredell County Board of Commissioners to take a symbolic stance on important issues by approving
Mooresville Police Chief: ‘This is our sanctuary’
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Mooresville Police Department Chief Ron Campurciani became a little emotional on Tuesday afternoon as he discussed the opening of the new $19 million police headquarters and
N.C. State Office of Digital Equity and Literacy launches $24 million digital equity grant program
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Tuesday announced the launch of the state’s first digital equity grant program, which will help North Carolinians afford high-speed
Sandra “Sandy” Overcash
Sandy Overcash, better known as “The Bolt Lady,” passed away at her residence on September 27, 2022. Daughter of the late Willard and Margaret Overcash, she was a proud graduate
Barbara Ayers Gryder
Barbara Ayers Gryder, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed away September 24, 2022, in her home after battling with an extended illness. She was born September 12, 1941, to Thomas Jones Ayers
Investing in the Future: Soccer field upgrades complete at Mazeppa Park
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town officials celebrated the completion of a major upgrade to the town’s athletic facilities on Monday with dozens of youngsters who will benefit directly from a
North Iredell High School Class of 1992 enjoys reunion weekend
BY KATHY RICHARDS The North Iredell High School Class of 1992 met at the homecoming game on Friday, wearing their reunion shirts, and enjoyed the game together. On Saturday evening,
Day of Caring: Boys & Girls Club members express appreciation for community leaders (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER Members of the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont fanned out across downtown Statesville on Monday afternoon, handing out cookies, flyers and a thank you cards
N.C. insurance commissioner encourages Medicare beneficiaries to compare plans
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey reminds Medicare beneficiaries that the Open Enrollment period is coming up and suggests that recipients compare plans and make
Jermaine Hamilton
Jermaine Hamilton was born and raised in Far Rockaway, N.Y., in St. John’s Episcopal Hospital on March 5, 1985, to Pansy Hamilton and Steve Taylor. He was the oldest of
ICSO Felony Arrests: September 16-22
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 16 ♦ Christopher Wayne Barnes, 36, of Compton Road, Rock Hill, S.C. charged with being a
Sharon Lynn Pelchat
Sharon Lynn Pelchat passed away in her home on Friday morning, September 23, 2022, with her daughter Julia, son Craig and her caregiver present. Sharon was born in Vincennes, Ind.,
Iredell commissioners approve tobacco-free policy for Health Department facilities
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners approved a request from the Iredell County Health Department for a tobacco free campus policy, effective December 1. This policy will
Health Beat: How to support a friend who is having suicidal thoughts
Special to Iredell Free News Across the world, one person takes their own life every 40 seconds. And with many of these tragic deaths, several others are left behind with
Statesville’s Night Out to return on October 4
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville’s Night Out will return on October 4 after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The Statesville Police Department will host this free event in
Remembering Marvin Norman: Late commissioner revered for service to community
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County Commissioner Marvin Norman was laid to rest Saturday afternoon. But not before his family heard a series of tributes to the long-time public servant during
EnergyUnited hosts EV Ride & Drive Event (Photo Gallery)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON EnergyUnited hosted an EV Drive & Ride Event on Saturday for National Drive Electric Week. Residents interested in electric vehicles came out to the Iredell-Statesville Schools Career
Catherine Grace Savoca
On Wednesday, September 21, 2022, Catherine “Kay” Savoca, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away at the age of 104. She was born on November 5, 1917 in Pennsylvania.
DACI discusses ‘radical’ approach to tackling substance misuse in Iredell County
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com At the September Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell meeting, Director Shane Nixon sought to “take the pulse of the community” during a brainstorming session about substance misuse
Michael Dean Threatte
Michael Dean Threatte, 65, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, September 19, 2022. Mr. Threatte was born in Iredell County, N.C., on June 9, 1957, the son of the late
Iredell commissioners, staff pay tribute to Marvin Norman
BY KARISSA MILLER A single candle glowed softly in the Iredell County Board of Commissioners meeting room Tuesday night in memory of longtime Commissioner Marvin Norman, who died on September
Statesville Police Department holds awards and promotion ceremony (Photos)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON For the first time in two years, the Statesville Police Department held an awards and promotion ceremony to recognize SPD personnel for outstanding performance. SPD Chief David
NCDHHS reports increased West Nile Virus activity, encourages prevention measures
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Public health officials from the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services are encouraging residents and visitors to take precautions to prevent mosquito-borne
Sheriff: Suspect faces drug trafficking charges after being stopped in stolen vehicle
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Winston-Salem man faces multiple charges, including drug trafficking, after being stopped in a stolen vehicle in Iredell County. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Brodrick Lamont
Mary Jean Grose
A service of celebration will be held Sunday, September 25, 2022, for Mary Jean Grose of Statesville, N.C., who died on July 5, 2022, at Salemtowne Retirement Community in Winston-Salem,
Gordon Hospice House Gala raises $180,000 for patient care (Photo Gallery)
Photos courtesy of Photographer Emma Wegmiller Special to Iredell Free News More than 200 people gathered at the Statesville Country Club on Saturday for an evening centered around Reconnecting, Remembrance,