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.
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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
Mooresville teen attends U.S. Naval Academy’s Summer STEM Program
Special to Iredell Free News Will Harryman IV recently attended the U.S. Naval Academy’s Summer STEM Program. This is a highly competitive camp offered by the USNA to expose young
MGSD waives laptop fee for 2022-2023, maintains cost of school meals for students
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has taken a couple of steps to help MGSD families deal with inflation during the upcoming school year: ♦
Viewpoint: Questioning our elected representatives is a right and a responsibility
BY DAN GITRO As we celebrate our nation’s 246th birthday on Monday, Americans are divided more than at any other time in modern history. One thing we can’t lose sight
Jerry Wayne Owens
Jerry Wayne Owens, beloved Husband, Dad and Papaw, passed away at the age of 79 on July 2, 2022, after a courageous battle from a stroke. Those left to cherish
Eric “Popz” Overcash
Eric “Popz” Overcash of Statesville, N.C., entered the gates of Heaven on two wheels on Friday, June 24, 2022. He was born April 7, 1964, in Davie County, N.C., to
NCDHHS pivots toward at-home COVID-19 testing strategy, reinforces surge capacity
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is doubling down on at-home testing — establishing Community Access Points in all counties to
Iredell County Public Library offers free programs and events in July
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Public Library launched its annual Summer Reading in June, offering free programs for all ages that spark curiosity, creativity and instill a lifelong love
Statesville Branch NAACP officials call U.S. Supreme Court decision ‘a direct attack on all women’
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville Branch NAACP officials released a statement this week criticizing the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to reverse Roe V. Wade, a 1973 ruling that protected women’s
Building a Bridge: Statesville Family YMCA provides space, support for homeless students
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Family YMCA is providing a safe, nurturing place where homeless students can have fun and receive academic support this support. The effort to launch a
Wanda Gail Tulbert
Wanda Gail “Tuffy” Gatton Tulbert was born in Iredell County on June 10, 1945, to Easter and Tom Gatton who predeceased her. She married the love of her life, Kenny
United Way of Iredell County awards more than $400K to local agencies for 2022-2023
Special to Iredell Free News United Way of Iredell County announced Thursday that it will partner with 22 agencies across Iredell County through the 2022-2023 Community Investment process. These agencies
Stay Safe! Insurance commissioner urges fireworks and grilling safety this July 4th
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging North Carolinians to stay safe this Independence Day by leaving fireworks to the professionals and by practicing safe
Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau summit showcases tourism industry’s impact on local economy
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau hosted its first Tourism Summit on Wednesday. Business owners and civic leaders gathered at the civic center to learn more about
Iredell Health Foundation to present Heart of Jazz event at The Venues in Mooresville
Special to Iredell Free News In an effort to support the highest quality of cardiovascular care for the community, the Iredell Health Foundation will host its first annual Heart of
Justin Dewayne Goodman
Justin Dewayne Goodman, 29, of Mocksville, N.C., and formerly of Troutman, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 26, 2022. He was born October 12, 1992, in
Ruth Washington-Turner
Loving mother Ruth Washington-Turner passed away on June 26, 2022, after a short battle with cancer and suffering a massive stroke. Ruth passed peacefully in her sleep at Accordius Health
Early morning fire in Mooresville ruled accidental; cat being treated for burns and smoke inhalation
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Fire Marshal’s Office has determined that the cause of an early morning fire on Ashe Street was accidental. Mooresville-Fire Rescue personnel responded to
Huber John Flores Lopez
Huber “John” Flores Lopez, 21, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2022. He was born on June 15, 2001, in Mooresville, N.C. John was employed at Precision
NCDHHS to help 975,000 kids access food during summer
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Eligible North Carolina children will receive additional benefits over the summer to ensure they have access to nutritious food. The N.C. Department of
A Daunting Challenge: Simulation provides insight into barriers formerly incarcerated persons face after release
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com About 70 community, non-profit, and agency representatives took on new roles during a Prison to Community Re-entry Simulation, as they experienced life as recently released individuals
Viola Allison Thompson
Viola Allison Thompson, 81, of Troutman, N.C., passed away on Monday, June 27, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House. Viola was born on June 6, 1941, in Iredell County to the
Elizabeth Ann Douglas
Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Douglas was born in Iredell County, N.C., on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 1938. She passed away peacefully in her home on June 24, 2022. Libby was the
Iredell Wellness & Diabetes Center staff provides patient with ‘life-changing experience’
Special to Iredell Free News Over 37 million Americans have diabetes. Even more shockingly, about 1 in 5 people with diabetes have no idea they have it. Diabetes can sneak
NCDHHS encourages screening and testing during National HIV Testing Day
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — At the end of 2021, an estimated 4,000 people were living with HIV in North Carolina and unaware of their HIV-positive status. Getting
Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell evolving to meet new substance use challenges brought on by pandemic
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell Director Shane Nixon challenged coalition members to define the group’s “why” and to evolve to meet the increasing education, treatment, and recovery
Alvertis James Hughes
Alvertis James Hughes, 25, left us unexpectedly on June 18, 2022, with his family by his side at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Affectionately known as “AJ,”
Aaron Nathaniel Evans
Aaron Nathaniel Evans, 48, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at his home on Thursday, June 23, 2022. He was born on March 28, 1974, in Rocky Mounty, N.C., and was
Trial by Fire: Journey tribute band to perform at Piedmont HealthCare Friday After Five concert in Downtown Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News Prepare to let Trial by Fire to take you back to an earlier day when lighters were held high and you couldn’t help but sing
100 Years of Service! Rutledge & Bigham Mortuary celebrates major milestone (Photo Gallery)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON St. Chas Rutledge and Garson G. Bigham met in 1921 while attending mortuary school in Washington, D.C. The following year, on June 22, 1922, the two men
Clara Bender Johnson
Clara Mae “Twi” Johnson, 97, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on June 22, 2022, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. Clara was born October 2, 1924, in
Shasta Vickie Back Rose
Shasta Vickie Back Rose, 43, of Mount Ulla, N.C., passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022. She was born on February 2, 1979, in Hazard, Ky., to Debra Adams Russell
South Iredell Fire-Rescue chief presents case to Iredell commissioners for funding increase
BY KARISSA MILLER South Iredell Fire-Rescue Chief Jerry Starr is proud of the service his department provides the community and the efforts his team has made in recent years to
Applications being accepted for Abby Winthrop Smart Girls Inspiring Women Leaders Conference
Special to Iredell Free News Applications are now being accepted for the First Annual Abby Winthrop Smart Girls Inspiring Women Leaders Conference. This weeklong conference, scheduled for July 7-11 on