BY KARISSA MILLER The Community Garden at the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont is not only a source of fresh fruits and vegetables, but also a living, growing
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Charles Baldwin Alexander Stevens
On Sunday, July 17, 2022, the Lord called home Charles Baldwin Alexander Stevens. He was preceded in death by his cherished daughter, parents, and five siblings. Charles was born in Jennings
Viewpoint: Kutteh is the vastly superior candidate in Statesville mayor’s race
BY MIKE FUHRMAN In today’s hostile climate, it takes more than a little courage for elected officials and those with future political aspirations to cross party lines. That’s why it’s
Suicide Prevention: QPR training gives ‘gatekeepers’ tools to save lives
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com What city would you want to have a heart attack in? The answer is Seattle, which has more CPR-trained people per capita than any other U.S.
Election Watch: Glasgow endorses Mayor Kutteh in run-off
FROM STAFF REPORTS With three days remaining until the run-off election, Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh picked up the endorsement of another former rival. Joseph Glasgow, who finished fourth in the
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-on Bonus)
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Viewpoint: Wasson running for at-large Statesville Council seat to be the voice of working-class citizens
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville City Council to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and
Viewpoint: Pressly running for at-large Statesville Council seat to ‘move our citizens and our city forward’
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville City Council to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and
Viewpoint: Councilman Johnson seeking another term to help Statesville reach ‘tremendous’ potential
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the run-off election for two at-large seats on Statesville City Council to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and
Election Watch: Former rival urges residents to vote for Mayor Kutteh in run-off election
FROM STAFF REPORTS Former Statesville city councilman and mayoral candidate Michael Johnson has publicly endorsed Mayor Costi Kutteh in Tuesday’s run-off election. Kutteh, who is seeking a fifth term in
Kyle Patrick Mahoney
Kyle Patrick Mahoney, 43, passed away unexpectedly on July 19, 2022, at his home in Denver, N.C. Kyle was born on March 13, 1979, in San Ramon, Calif., and lived
Charles Allen Warren
Charles Allen Warren, 85, of Mooresville, N.C., died peacefully of natural causes on July 12, 2022. Warren was born in Mooresville on August 27, 1936, the son of William Allen
Viewpoint: Mayor Kutteh seeking fifth term in office to continue working on behalf of all Statesville residents
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iredell Free News invited candidates in the Statesville mayoral race to make their final pitch to voters, outlining their experience, vision, goals and plans for the city. This is
The Historic Sharpe House presents BBQ and Bluegrass: An evening with The Wood Family Tradition
Special to Iredell Free News The Historic Sharpe House in Statesville will host a BBQ and Bluegrass fundraiser featuring The Wood Family Tradition on Saturday, July 30. Bluegrass and barbecue
Jared John Holland
Jared John Holland, 35, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away at this home on July 18, 2022. He was born on October 5, 1986, in Minnesota. Jared enjoyed sprint car racing
ICSO Teen Academy participants get behind-the-scenes look at N.C. Highway Patrol (Photo Gallery)
STORY & PHOTOS BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Teen Academy participants and members of the Iredell County Explorers learned about the dangers of speeding and texting while driving
Iredell County Planning Department to implement new software in effort to simplify permitting process
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County begin implementing EnerGov, a new permitting software, on July 26. Collaborative efforts from teams in several Iredell County departments and staff from numerous
Habitat for Humanity investing $2 million in Iredell County homes (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER Habitat for Humanity held a kick-off ceremony for the construction of four new homes being built on McLaughlin Street in Statesville Wednesday morning. Now that the COVID-19
Gov. Cooper reminds North Carolinians to stay prepared for COVID-19 waves; more transmissible BA.5 variant now leads cases
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As key COVID-19 metrics increase in North Carolina and the U.S. due to the BA.5 variant, Gov. Roy Cooper is reminding North Carolinians
Mary Lee Ball Hutchins
Mary Lee Ball Hutchins, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Monday, July 18, 2022 at Wake Forest Baptist Regional Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Mary was born in Haywood County,
Tashon Malyk Mock
Tashon Malyk Mock, 22, of Statesville, N.C., was born on August 20, 1999. He was the son of Edward Dewitt Mock and Ella Monique Dulin. Tashon entered into eternal rest
Viewpoint: It’s past time for Iredell commissioners to adequately fund fire protection
Contract dispute with volunteer fire departments brings real issue to light BY MIKE FUHRMAN The rift between Iredell County government officials and many of the volunteer fire departments that honorably
Residents encourage Iredell commissioners to stop ‘bickering’ in public
BY KARISSA MILLER Concerned citizen Don West offered Iredell County commissioners some free advice during their meeting on Tuesday evening. “The word around town and around the county is that
HPCIC dedicates Sacred Garden at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House
Special to Iredell Free News The Board of Directors of Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County, along with HPCIC staff and donors gathered outside the S. Mitchell Mach Hospice
Elizabeth “Ann” Hill
Elizabeth “Ann” McLelland Hill, 71, of Statesville, N.C., passed early Friday morning on July 15, 2022, after a brave and courageous battle with metastatic pancreatic cancer. She was born on April
Franklin “Darrell” Tevepaugh
Franklin “Darrell” Tevepaugh, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, July 18, 2022, at his residence. He was born on March 8, 1947, in Mooresville to the late Robert
Read to Achieve: I-SS summer camps help students become better readers
BY KARISSA MILLER About 300 Iredell-Statesville Schools students returned to the classroom this month for the Read to Achieve camps designed to help students improve their reading skills and have
Statesville Council approves rezoning request for new Dollar General store
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council approved a request on Monday to rezone land at the intersection of West Front Street and Miller Avenue, clearing the way for
Iredell’s Women’s Health Center celebrating 30th anniversary, commitment to patient care
Special to Iredell Free News Women have more breast cancer detection opportunities available today than ever before. Many women now understand the importance of yearly mammogram screenings, or at least know
ICSO deputies asking public to help identify suspect in Brawley School Road larceny investigation
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an unknown white male. On Wednesday, July 13, at 12:25 p.m., an
U.S. Attorney’s Office, ATF working to raise awareness of gun violence, illegal firearms activity
Special to Iredell Free News CHARLOTTE – U.S. Attorney Dena J. King announced Monday the launching of Think Again, an informational campaign aimed at educating the public on how to
Jody Roxanne Brown
Jody Roxanne Brown, a loving daughter, cousin, niece and friend, entered into God’s loving arms on Saturday, July 16, 2022. A graduate of South Iredell High School, Jody dedicated her
Volunteer fire chiefs optimistic that contract issues with Iredell County can be resolved
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Representatives of the Iredell County Chiefs Association (ICCA) met with county officials on Friday to discuss lingering issues surrounding the proposed service agreement between the county and
Local moms aim to help traveling parents by providing rental baby equipment
BY KAHLEAH S. GAITHER Haley Knicely and Hannah Oxenford have discovered a passion for helping parents traveling to the Lake Norman area with young children. As independent providers for BabyQuip,
James William Freeman
James William Freeman, age 70, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022. James was born November 13, 1951. A Mass is scheduled for Friday, July 22, at
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