Special to Iredell Free News Summarizing months of preparation and response efforts, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is releasing a 2022 Monkeypox Outbreak Response Plan (Spanish edition)
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Abby Winthrop SMART Girls Inspiring Women’s Leadership Conference Camp encourages, empowers participants (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER Leadership and preparation for the future were two big themes for girls who attended the Abby Winthrop SMART Girls Inspiring Women’s Leadership Conference camp. Ten successful women
Troutman Council pays tribute to Freeman, applauds staff for successful pursuit of grants
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council paid tribute to former interim town manager and Troutman resident James W. Freeman on Thursday night. Freeman, who died on July 9
Vera Lucille Lawrence
Vera Lucille Lawrence, 88, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with her heavenly father on July 14, 2022. Lucille was born in Galax, Va., on October 3, 1933, to the
Run, Hide or Fight: ICSO Teen Academy participants learn what to do if unthinkable happens at school (Photo Gallery)
STORY & PHOTOS BY BRANDY TEMPLETON More than 600 students in the United States have been killed during school shootings in the past 52 years. Sheriff Darren Campbell wants local
Mitchell Community College student creates his own CNC machine (Video)
Special to Iredell Free News Drake Kerley, a recent graduate of Mitchell Community College, exemplifies how determination and resourcefulness can accomplish great things – especially with the support and guidance
A Blessing: Community leaders, United Way express appreciation for Burns’ 20 years of service
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Liz Burns was a little anxious Thursday morning. It was her last official day as director of operations and community partnerships for the United Way of Iredell
Viewpoint: Iredell County Sheriff’s Office offers competitive salary, unique opportunity to serve community
BY DARREN CAMPBELL Recruiting and retaining law enforcement officers is challenging nationwide. To recruit top-tier law enforcement officers, agencies must compensate and provide benefits that compete with similarly situated positions
Troutman officials commend staff and parade volunteers, douse rumors of fire
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage@iredellfreenews@gmail.com Town of Troutman officials commended the town staff and many volunteers and participants who donated their time and talents to make the the Independence Day Parade
Marquis DaQuan Summers
Marquis DaQuan Summers, 25, who was affectionately called “Quisey,” of Mooresville, N.C., was born on November 11, 1996, to the late Richard Dewarn Summers and Latonia Monique Clark. He departed
William John Hladik Sr.
William John Hladik Sr., 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, July 11, 2022. He was born on December 23, 1933 in Schenectady, N.Y., to the late Anthony and
Guilty: Former church leader faces long prison sentence after Iredell County jury finds him guilty of seven felony sex charges
BY MIKE FUHRMAN An Iredell County Superior Court jury found a former church leader charged with sexually abusing a teenager about 10 years ago guilty of seven felony counts on
Residents receive household supplies, shoes and access to community services at I-CARE Community Resource Fair
BY KAHLEAH S. GAITHER I-CARE Inc. has been providing services to help lift low-income residents of Iredell County out of poverty for more than 50 years. On Tuesday, the nonprofit
Children’s Homes of Iredell County introduces new executive director
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Children’s Homes of Iredell County introduced Kevin Angell as the nonprofit’s new executive director during a reception at Opus Financial Advisors in Statesville on Tuesday evening. As
Former church leader on trial for statutory sex offenses involving teenager in Iredell County
BY MIKE FUHRMAN A young woman described for an Iredell County Superior Court jury on Tuesday the intimate details of the sexual relationship she had years ago with a local
Mooresville Fire-Rescue commemorates opening of Station 6 (Photo Gallery)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Mooresville Fire-Rescue officials proudly showed off the new Station 6 on Tuesday during a grand opening. The new 13,000-square-foot fire station at 115 Manufacturers Boulevard, which was
A New Lease on Life: Hip replacement surgery gives mayor relief after decades after discomfort
Special to Iredell Free News Rusty Knox has always lived an active, social life. As the mayor of nearby Davidson, he has made community gatherings and social interactions part of
Aubrey Lee Price Jr.
Aubrey Lee Price Jr., 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at the Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville. Aubrey was born
Statesville Woman’s Club to host Summer Rock Painting event at Historic Clubhouse
Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina Statesville Woman’s Club will hold a Summer Rock Painting event at the clubhouse on Monday, July
Chairmen of the Board to perform at benefit concert for Iredell COAST
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Community Outreach Association (COAST) will host NC Music Hall of Famers Chairmen of the Board at the Statesville Civic Center on Thursday, July 28.
Viewpoint: Iredell County telecommunicators are doing their best in a challenging environment
BY DAN GITRO This week I am going to highlight the important work done by ECOM, a department within the county that most of you would think I would never
Former Greyhound great gives back to Statesville community
BY KAHLEAH S. GAITHER Breon Borders is acutely aware of the impact he can have on young lives and the responsibility that comes with being an NFL player. He embraces
Harold Eugene Hanks
Harold Eugene Hanks, 92, of Statesville, N.C., went to be with his Savior on Friday, July 8, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House. Harold was born August 25, 1929, in
Mary Aileen Mayhew Pope
Mary Aileen Mayhew Pope, 84, of Statesville, N.C., died Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at the Gordon Hospice House. She was born in Iredell County on March 13, 1938, to the
Piedmont HealthCare Career Opportunities (July 8)
Piedmont HealthCare is one of the largest physician-owned multi-specialty groups in North Carolina and the Southeast. Committed to providing excellent care for the whole family, Piedmont HealthCare has more than
N.C. Film & Entertainment grants awarded to five new projects, including two productions in Charlotte region
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Five new television and film projects are approved to receive North Carolina Film and Entertainment Grant funds, Gov. Roy Cooper announced Friday. Combined,
Statesville police asking for public to help find two missing teens
UPDATE: According to the SPD, both teens have been located! Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department is asking the public to help locate two missing teens from
Community leaders gather for groundbreaking for Art Hub and Campus in Statesville
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com After a series of events and videos from and within the community broadened Statesville Housing Authority’s views about engaging neighbors and demonstrated the importance of providing
Statesville Code Enforcement initiative rewards residents for cleaning up property
FROM STAFF REPORTS As a part-time code enforcement officer for the City of Statesville, Leslie Marion is often tasked with telling folks that they have to remove junked vehicles and
Viewpoint: As inflation hits power bills, here’s how to get help
BY STEPHEN DE MAY From the grocery store to the gas pump, North Carolinians are all feeling pinched by the rising costs of many of the products we rely on daily.
BBB Scam Alert: Don’t get duped by offer for $500 gas gift card
Special to Iredell Free News Even if high gas prices are draining your budget, don’t fall for this scam. Scammers are tempting drivers with phony gas station gift cards. It’s
Bidding in Fifth Street Ministries Christmas in July online auction begins Friday
Special to Iredell Free News The Fifth Street Ministries Christmas in July online auction will begin at noon on Friday, July 8. To view the auction once it is live,
Iredell Water Corporation offers tips to save water — and money — this summer
Special to Iredell Free News Summertime means many things to all of us – lots of sunshine, BBQs, pool parties, plentiful gardens, and vacations with our families. For Iredell Water
Kellie Leigh Wright
Kellie Leigh Debusk Wright, 53, of Statesville, N.C., passed away, Saturday, July 2, 2022. Ms. Wright was born February 17, 1969, in Melbourne, Fla., the beloved daughter of John L.
The Rest of the Story: What the results of the N.C. Teacher Working Conditions Survey say about I-SS
BY JEFF JAMES On June 1, the results from the latest North Carolina Teacher Working Conditions Survey (NCTWCS) were released. The survey began as part of the North Carolina Governor’s
Health Beat: Dehydration can be life-threatening
Special to Iredell Free News Backyard barbecues, beach trips, and long days by the pool may be at the forefront of your mind this summer, but where does hydration fall