FROM STAFF REPORTS A local veterans group has promised to match up to $10,000 in community donations to support three nonprofits’ efforts to provide housing solutions for homeless veterans in
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Viewpoint: Seeking the harder right over the easier wrong
BY KEN ROBERTSON JR. There are moments in our lives when we see or hear something that has a profound impact on how we think, and more importantly, how
DACI members explore Iredell’s juvenile justice, community support services
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Drug Alcohol Coalition of Iredell County invited several area agencies to talk about their services to help youth and citizens avoid the dangers of substance
Jesse Eugene “Buddy” Lippard
Jesse Eugene “Buddy” Lippard was born on January 25, 1929, and passed away on November 24, 2021. The middle child of Sarah Troutman Lippard and Fred Eugene Lippard, he was
North Iredell Middle School celebrates formation of FFA chapter
BY KARISSA MILLER North Iredell Middle School students and staff, along with representatives from the N.C. Future Farmers of America chapter, celebrated the chartering of the first-ever FFA chapter at
Iredell County United Way Partner Agency Spotlight: Troutman Fire & Rescue (Video)
Iredell County United Way Partner Agency Spotlight: Troutman Fire & Rescue ADDRESS: 125 N. Main Street, Troutman PHONE: (704) 528-4576 EMAIL: wmorris176@yahoo.com WEBSITE: www.troutmanfirerescue.com
Charles Rudolph Onsrud
Charles “Charlie” Rudolph Onsrud, 90, of Lake Norman, N.C., who recently moved to The Pines in Davidson, N.C., passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021, after complications from knee replacement surgery.
Statesville Woman’s Club holding Holiday Cheer giveaway to benefit homeless I-SS students
Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Woman’s Club of North Carolina Statesville Woman’s Club is currently holding a Holiday Cheer giveaway drawing, which includes three separate drawings
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Salvation Army of Iredell County (Video)
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Salvation Army of Iredell County ADDRESS: 1361 Caldwell Street, Statesville, NC 28677 PHONE: 704-872-5623 EMAIL: Shacoby.Brandon@uss.salvationarmy.org WEBSITE: https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/iredell/ Leadership: Maj. Joe Mure and Maj. Joann Mure
Cold weather requires special attention to pets’ safety
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Cold weather is here, and pets need extra attention in this season as well. Extended periods in cold temperatures can be deadly for cats and dogs.
Jerry Woolard
Jerry Woolard, 80, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Monday November 22, 2021, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. His daughter, Tammy Blackmon, prayed with him as he passed.
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Yokefellow Ministry (Video)
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Yokefellow Ministry ADDRESS: 1386 Shelton Avenue, Statesville PHONE: 704-872-1459 (Thrift Store/Business Office); 704-872-7677 (Helping Center) EMAIL: yokefellowthriftstore@gmail.com and yokefellowhelpingcenter@gmail.com WEBSITE: yokefellowministry.squarespace Executive
Health Department: With COVID-19 cases increasing in our community, it’s important to get vaccinated, remain vigilant
Editor’s Note: The Iredell County Health Department provided the following guidance for the holiday season. Special to Iredell Free News Any scenario in which many people gather together in close
Glenolu Withers Harbinson
Glenolu Withers Harbinson passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. She was 95 years old, and loved and supported her family every day of her life. Glennie was born June
Palmer announces campaign for Iredell County commissioner
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville resident Blake Palmer has announced his candidacy for one of three seats up for election on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners in 2022. “As an
Performing Arts Live Iredell to present Down Home Christmas in the ‘Ville
Special to Iredell Free News Performing Arts Live Iredell’s 2021-2022 concert season continues on Saturday, December 4, with the holiday show Down Home Christmas in the ‘Ville, a celebration of
SHP preparing for increased traffic during holiday season
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State Highway Patrol is preparing for the holiday season and for the increased number of roadway users expected across the state. During
Health Beat: Tips for a healthier Thanksgiving
Special to Iredell Free News It’s hard to stay healthy around the holidays, especially on Thanksgiving. Every year, families gather to give thanks, celebrate togetherness, and have that highly anticipated
NCDHHS: COVID-19 booster shots now available for all vaccinated adults
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends anyone 18 years or older who received the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine get a
Robert Alan Blanton
Robert Alan Blanton, lovingly known as Bobby, was called into Heaven completely unexpectedly at age 60 on October 18, 2021. He was born on March 11, 1961, one of three sons to
Local Boy Scouts donate more than 340 pounds of food to Iredell Christian Ministries
Special to Iredell Free News Boy Scouts Troop 609 of Statesville recently collected more than 340 pounds of canned and nonperishable food items and donated them to Iredell Christian Ministries
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Iredell County Rescue Squad & Fire Inc. (Video)
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Iredell County Rescue Squad & Fire Inc. ADDRESS: 1902 Wilkesboro Highway, Statesville, NC 28625 PHONE: 704-872-8192 EMAIL ADDRESS: info@iredellrescue.org WEBSITE: www.iredellrescue.org Chief:
Viewpoint: City of Statesville’s proposed land development plan benefits Martin Marietta, threatens to harm residential neighborhoods
BY DAVID L. PRESSLY JR. In the fall of 2019, the City of Statesville Planning Department requested proposals from qualified planning firms to update the city’s land development plan. City
Statesville City Hall hosting Santa’s magic mailbox starting November 29
Santa Central event scheduled for December 3 Special to Iredell Free News Santa Claus is leaving his magic mailbox at Statesville City Hall again this year. Beginning November 29, the
Iredell commissioners deny rezoning request for proposed source reduction facility off Old Mountain Road
BY KARISSA MILLER Neighbors spoke out against a rezoning request for locating a source reduction site at the corner of Water Tank Road and Old Mountain Road during the Iredell
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: North Iredell Rescue Squad (Video)
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: North Iredell Rescue Squad ADDRESS: 1538 Tabor Road, Harmony, NC 28634 (P.O. Box 558) PHONE: 704-539-5328 EMAIL ADDRESS: nirescue@yadtel.net FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/northiredellrescue/ Chief:
Former mayor takes aim at Statesville council, current mayor over ‘secrets’ in City Hall
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Former mayor David Pressly didn’t receive preferential treatment during Monday’s Statesville City Council meeting. During the public comment period, Pressly took his turn at the podium
Rep. McNeely announces re-election bid
FROM STAFF REPORTS Rep. Jeffrey C. McNeely announced Wednesday that he will seek re-election during the upcoming 2022 election cycle. “It has been a great honor to serve the fine
Ethel Pugh Morrison
Sister Ethel Pugh Morrison was born on April 17, 1927, in Grove Hill, Ala., to the late Wesley Pugh and Stella Pugh. She departed this life on Wednesday, November 10,
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Lifespan (Video)
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Lifespan ADDRESS: 143 Iredell Avenue, Troutman, NC 28166 (Enrichment); 302 W. Broad Street Statesville, NC 28677 (Education) PHONE: 704-873-5646 (Enrichment); 704-872-8579 (Education)
Gov. Cooper announces intent to sign legislative budget
Budget will deliver overdue pay increases for educators and state employees Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that he intend to sign the legislative
Iredell commissioners poised to adopt new transportation master plan to guide future development
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County staff has worked with a consultant and interested stakeholders during the past year to develop the first ever Iredell County Transportation Master Plan (ICTMP). On
Katherine Rebecca “Becky” Waugh
Katherine Rebecca “Becky” Waugh, 51, of Statesville, N.C., passed away November 14, 2021. Becky was the daughter of the late Jack F. Waugh and Katherine Moose Waugh. She was born
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Girl Scouts – Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont (Video)
United Way of Iredell County Partner Agency Spotlight: Girl Scouts – Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont ADDRESS: Hickory Service Center, 208 Union Square NW, Suite 101, Hickory, NC 28601 PHONE: 800-672-2148
Viewpoint: Community support critical to Fifth Street Ministries’ efforts to help the homeless
BY AMY FREEZE Saturday, November 13, marked the beginning of Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. In the United States, 44 million people are at risk of suffering from hunger while
Friends, classmates mourn ‘gentle soul’ who took his own life at Mooresville High School
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd gathered at Mooresville High School’s Coach Joe Popp Stadium on Sunday afternoon to remember a “sweet soul” who touched so many. Red balloons swayed