BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville High School held its inaugural pinning ceremony Tuesday evening in Mac Gray Auditorium for the school’s 12 Certified Nursing Assistant program graduates. “I’m very proud of
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SPD: Two suspects charged with robbing Sheetz store off Wilkesboro Highway
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects have been charged with robbing the Sheetz store located off Wilkesboro Highway over the weekend. The Statesville Police Department announced the arrests of Corry Toliver,
Registration now open for YMCA’s free Safety Around Water program
This free program will run from May 24-28. Special to Iredell Free News Registration is now open for the YMCA’s Safety Around Water program, which is scheduled for May 24-28
I-SS recognizes Iredell Health System for service to district, community during pandemic
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools recognized Iredell Health System during the May Board of Education meeting for its service to the school district and to the community at
Carolyn Evedna Killian Tillman
With profound sadness, her family shares the passing of Carolyn Evedna Killian Tillman on Sunday, May 16, 2021, while resting peacefully at The Hospice Home in Burlington, N.C., at the
ICSO’s $20 million budget for 2021-2022 includes funding for 11 new positions, 38 vehicles
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell has presented a $20.3 million budget request for 2021-2022 to the Iredell County Board of Commissioners. “This year our budget you will
Holm Srisounthone
Holm Srisounthone, 73, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on May 13, 2021. A funeral service will be held at Cavin-Cook Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 18, at 2 p.m. For
Sarah Elizabeth Compton
Sarah Elizabeth Compton, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at the Gordon Hospice House. Sarah was born on October 19, 1929, in Iredell County and
Betty Dennis Amos
Betty Dennis Amos, 92, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. She was born on October 6, 1928, in Randolph County,
Commitment, hard work pays off for Crossroads graduates (Photo Gallery)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A little drizzle didn’t deter Crossroads Arts and Science Early College students from enjoying their graduation ceremony on Friday afternoon. Forty-four students walked across the stage and
ASEC graduates embark on next chapter in life with $1 million in college scholarships (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER Nervousness competed with laughter as Agriculture and Science Early College high school seniors made the transition to graduates on Friday afternoon. Principal Billy Wells drew a steady
CCTL graduates honored during “monumental” commencement ceremony (Video & Photo Gallery)
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Harrison Kendall and his fellow graduates at the Collaborative College for Technology and Leadership will not soon forget the importance that face masks and hand sanitizer have
Gov. Cooper rescinds most COVID-19 restrictions; masks still required inside schools and child care facilities
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy K. Cohen shared an update on the state’s COVID-19
Troutman Council honors Citizens of the Year, Organization of the Year
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council honored Jimmy and Betty Jean Troutman as Co-Citizens of the Year and Troutman Fire and Rescue as Organization of the Year during
Video: Number of people getting COVID-19 vaccine in Iredell County plummets
Iredell County Health Director Jane Hinson provides latest information on COVID-19 vaccination efforts, positive test rates and risks the virus poses to those who choose not to receive the vaccine.
FDA, CDC authorize Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12 and older
Special to Iredell Free News Based on a review of safety and effectiveness data from clinical trials in the United States and the expanded emergency authorization by the U.S. Food
Troutman Council discusses proposed $4.8 million budget for 2021-2022; plan maintains existing tax rate and water/sewer fees
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Finance Director Steve Shealy presented the proposed 2021-2022 budget to Troutman Town Council members during an all-day retreat on Tuesday. The $4,842,869 budget plan holds the
Sen. Sawyer hails passage of bill that would raise minimum age to marry in N.C. to 16
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The North Carolina Senate on Wednesday passed Senate Bill 35, a bill aimed at raising the legal age of marriage in North Carolina.
I-SS board delays decision on MacBook refresh for CCTL students
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has delayed making a decision about whether to refresh 270 Apple MacBook laptops for students enrolled in the Collaborative College for
Acting U.S. Attorney Stetzer honors service and sacrifice of officers during National Police Week
The names of the 394 fallen officers who have been added in 2020 to the wall at the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial will be read on Thursday, May 13,
John Lee Cartner
John Lee Cartner, 85, of Statesville, N.C., took his Heavenly flight, peacefully on Monday, May 10, 2021. He set off on his greatest adventure yet! “No more sorrow, no more
N.C. Insurance Commissioner urges storm readiness
Special to Iredell Free News In recognition of Hurricane Preparedness Week, which runs May 9-15, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey urges families to prepare now for hurricane season and the
John Christopher William Kearey
The family of John Christopher William Kearey is devastated to announce his unexpected passing on May 7, 2021, after courageously battling leukemia. John was born to be larger than life
Group of I-SS parents contends face mask requirement harms students, infringes on their rights
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members heard from a group of parents who are opposed to their children being required to wear face masks in school. Dozens
Joseph Ramon Weaver
Joseph Ramon Weaver, 32, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 8, 2021, at his residence. He was born on January 12, 1989, in Syracuse, N.Y., to Daniel
Statesville city manager explains need for tax hike, water & sewer rate increases: ‘This is not a crazy request’
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville residents will have an opportunity next Monday to tell the Statesville City Council what they think of the nearly 10 percent property tax increase and 20
Troutman Council discusses parade plans, property acquisition during preagenda meeting
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council met on Monday afternoon to discuss revenue updates, parade plans, property acquisition process and to review the agenda for Thursday night’s regular
Rev. James Allen Morgan
Rev. James Allen Morgan, 80, of Statesville, N.C., was welcomed into Heaven by his savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 9, 2021, at Gordon Hospice House. He was born on
Viewpoint: Employees of hospitals in Iredell County have worked tirelessly throughout pandemic
BY JOHN GREEN Each May, we celebrate National Hospital Week and look to thank our healthcare team for the tireless and selfless work performed to make our community healthier. Thinking
City of Statesville seeking volunteers to serve on Planning Board and Board of Adjustment
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville’s Planning Board and Board of Adjustment have upcoming vacancies for residents of the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), which is the unincorporated
Video: Disabled veteran camping out in Honor Tower for seven days to raise money for Purple Heart Homes
FROM STAFF REPORTS Scott Burns is camping out in the Honor Tower in downtown Statesville May 9-15 to raise money for Purple Heart Homes. Burns, a disabled Marine veteran, has
Celebrating 100 Years: Friends, family help retired superintendent mark milestone (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER Dozens of friends and family members dropped by The Crawford Farm recently to wish William “Tom” Poston a happy 100th birthday. A Statesville native, Poston joined the
Town of Mooresville to hold grand opening for Memorial Dog Park
Special to Iredell Free News The grand opening for the Officer Jordan H. Sheldon Memorial Dog Park will be held on June 5 and will be a day to not
Statesville Family YMCA expands weekday hours, offers introductory rates for new members
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Family YMCA will extend its hours starting Monday, May 10. In addition, the Y is offering for a limited time a lower joining
Iredell County manager recommends $236.1 million budget for 2021-2022
Proposed spending plan maintains property tax rate at 53.75 cents per $100 valuation BY KARISSA MILLER County Manager Beth Mull has presented a $236.1 million budget proposal for fiscal year
The Rest of the Story: We will do what it takes to keep I-SS students in school
BY JEFF JAMES On November 23, 2020, Gov. Roy Cooper signed N.C. Executive Order 180, mandating masks for North Carolinians. Gov. Cooper was able to mandate masks because of the