Mrs. Alma Jean Rankin Ivery, 86, daughter of the late Joe and Della Mae Wilson Rankin, was born in Rowan County, N.C., on July 22, 1935. She departed this life
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Henry Richard Kramer
Henry “Hank” Richard Kramer, 78, of Catawba, N.C., passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at his residence. He was born on September 29, 1943, in Astoria Queens, N.Y., to
Lois Beckham Brown
Mrs. Lois Beckham Brown, 99, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away May 22, 2022, following a period of declining health. Mrs. Brown was born April 5, 1923, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Our Town Stage to present ‘America’s Got Magic’ on June 25
Special to Iredell Free News The national touring act, “America’s Got Magic,” is coming to Mooresville on June 25. Prepare to be amazed by this awe-inspiring show, starring the best
Close Call: ‘I had one foot in the grave and had no idea’
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville resident Michelle Stevenson was a healthy, active woman with no previous health issues until Monday, December 27. While she was at work that day,
New scanner helps Iredell County Public Library, residents digitize local history
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR May is National Preservation Month, and the Iredell County Public Library places a high priority on doing its part to preserve and share Iredell history with everyone.
Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce honors Leadership Statesville Class of 2022
Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce recognized the Leadership Statesville Class of 2022 during a graduation ceremony on May 10 at The Kinsleeshop Farm. The
NCDHHS: COVID-19 booster now available for children ages 5-11
Special to Iredell Free News Children ages 5 to 11 years old can receive a COVID-19 booster five months after the date of their most recent Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Carol Ann Brown York
Carol Ann Brown York, 83, of Olin, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 22, 2022, after a lengthy illness. Born on September 7, 1938, in Iredell County,
School News & Notes: I-SS Board recognizes teachers who earned gifted instruction certification, robotics competition winners
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools’ board room was full of students and teachers who were recognized for their achievements during the board’s May 9 meeting. Each honoree was was
Iredell Firewire Report: Union Grove Volunteer Fire Department has been serving community for almost 60 years
BY DAN GITRO Union Grove was a well-known locale way before the growth hit Iredell County in the mid 2000’s. Prior to the big growth we know today, Union Grove
I-SS, MGSD boards promote importance of mental health awareness
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education and Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education both unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month. According
Donald Lee Shea
Donald “Don” Lee Shea, 84, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House after an 11-month battle with cancer. He is now united in
Vera Nell Hunt Martin
Vera Nell Hunt Martin was born January 30, 1932, in Roaring River, N.C., to Weaver and Blanche Harris Hunt. She passed away on May 15, 2022, at home, after a
Joey Daniel Mitzel
Mr. Joey Daniel Mitzel, 33, of Conover, N.C., died May 18, 2022. Born in Iredell County on August 15, 1988, he was a son of Roger Lee Mitzel, Sr. and
A Journey to Remember: Precious Medals, Purple Heart Homes collaborating on mission to deliver service medals to relatives of World War II veteran
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Two years ago, while browsing in an antique shop, Statesville resident Kim Siegrist came across a cheap display case containing something very precious. Inside the case were
Suspect charged with murder in connection with shooting death of Statesville man (Video)
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department announced Friday morning that a suspect has been arrested and charged in the shooting death of Breyon De’Andre Tucker. Marcus Mack, 34, of
Samuel Richard Cummo
Samuel Richard Cummo passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at his home after a long illness. He was born on April 9, 1962, in Camillus, N.Y., to Charles and Donna
Laura Lou Henkel Byers
Laura Lou Henkel Byers, 91, passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at Rosewood Assisted Living in Harmony, N.C., following a stroke. Known for an infectious smile that lit up every
Iredell County FOP honors fallen officers’ sacrifice at memorial ceremony (Video & Photos)
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com During this National Police Week observance, the Iredell County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10 held its fifth annual Police Memorial Ceremony on Thursday morning to
Raising Awareness: Mental health event encourages listening, making connections with students
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Lake Norman High School Principal Bill Shapcott welcomed parents, students, and concerned community members to the school’s Mental Health and Suicide Prevention program on Monday evening,
Freddie Donald Teasley
Mr. Freddie Donald Teasley passed away at Accordius Health at Statesville on Friday, May 13, 2022, following an extended illness. He was born in Hartwell, Ga., on September 6, 1950,
Statesville Council approves sale of Historic Vance Hotel for $47,000
FROM STAFF REPORTS Despite concerns that the developer has not lived up to his end of the development agreement, the Statesville City Council voted Monday night to finalize the sale
John Deters
John Deters, 90, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. He was born on April 16, 1932, in the Netherlands to
12th Annual Timmy Belcher Memorial Rainbow Kidz Ride & Run raises $33,000 for grief support services
Special to Iredell Free News The 12th Annual Timmy Belcher Memorial Rainbow Kidz Ride & Run raised $33,000 to support grieving children in Iredell County. Some 260 people participated in
Health Beat: Nearly 21 million Americans are dealing with depression
Special to Iredell Free News We’ve all felt sad before. It’s a normal reaction to the stressors of daily life. But, if your sadness lasts more than a couple of
Performing Arts Live of Iredell presents Good Shot Judy in season finale
Special to Iredell Free News Performing Arts Live of Iredell will wrap up its 2021-2022 concert season on Sunday, May 22, with the final show of the season. Good Shot
Viewpoint: The best candidates in the May 17 primary and municipal election are …
BY MIKE FUHRMAN In most elections, you can classify candidates for elected office into two distinct groups — the known and the unknown. The first group is typically made up
Iredell Firewire Report: Commitment to service has driven South Iredell Fire-Rescue for more than 50 years
BY DAN GITRO The 1950s and ’60s were a turning point for the fire service in Iredell County. During the next few weeks, I will provide some history about how
Mitchell Community College hosts Alumni Weekend
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College recently welcomed its alumni to a memorable weekend filled with displays of history, a sharing of kinship and opportunities for networking with
Iredell native takes command of basic training unit at Fort Sill, Oklahoma
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County native Capt. Allen Robertson recently took command of Echo Battery, 1-40th Battalion, 434th Field Artillery Brigade in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Robertson has held
Election Watch: Final campaign finance reports offer insight into Republican primary in Iredell County
FROM STAFF REPORTS Which candidates have the support of prominent residents and current and former elected officials in the upcoming Republican primary election? Who has a broad base of financial
Mission Possible: Mitchell Community College presents degrees, certificates to 400 graduates
BY KARISSA MILLER When Brian Bustle began taking classes at Mitchell Community College, he hadn’t been in school for approximately 15 years — and his path to graduating seemed nearly
Agriculture & Science Early College graduates celebrate accomplishments, prepare for new challenges
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Class of 2022 at the Agriculture & Science Early College turned their tassels Friday afternoon before a large crowd of friends and family members. Principal Billy
Meet the Candidates Video Series: Renee Holland for Register of Deeds
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and Iredell Free News collaborated on a series of candidate interviews for the May 17 primary and municipal elections. All City of
Meet the Candidates Video Series: Maureen Purcell for Register of Deeds
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and Iredell Free News collaborated on a series of candidate interviews for the May 17 primary and municipal elections. All City of