Mr. Alonzo Burton Jr. of 1013 Wall Street, Statesville, N.C., departed this life on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville. He was born in Iredell County
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Floyd Baxter Wike
Floyd Baxter Wike of Statesville, N.C., died peacefully at his residence at 5:45 a.m. on December 24, 2020, under the care of Hospice following a struggle with age-related dementia. He was
NCDHHS shares updated rollout plan for COVID-19 vaccinations
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday that it had updated its vaccination plan to align with new federal recommendations
Judy Greene Harkey
Judy Greene Harkey, 74, of Statesville, N.C., passed peacefully on Monday, December 28, 2020. She was born on February 9, 1946, to the late James Lester Greene and Barbara Bryson
Virginia Dare Archer Childress
Virginia Dare Archer Childress, 87, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. Born July 31, 1933, in Mecklenburg County, N.C., she
Ruth Karriker Hodge
Ruth Karriker Hodge entered the church triumphant on December 29, 2020, after a brief illness. Ruth was born on November 27, 1941, to the late Mr. & Mrs. M.T. Karriker
Ricky Touchette
Ricky Touchette, 30, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born on January 26, 1990 in Chicopee, Mass. Ricky is survived by his parents, Richard
Louise Sigmon Hunter
Louise Sigmon Hunter, 83, went peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 28, 2020, after a courageous battle with a lengthy illness. Louise was born
William Lee Smith Sr.
William Lee Smith Sr. was born September 1, 1962, and passed away December 25, 2020, making his stay on earth 58 years. He was the son of the late Robert
June Suther Austin
June Suther Austin, 88, of Lincolnton, N.C., formerly of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Brian Center Lincolnton. Born September 16, 1932, in Cabarrus County, she
Pradip Chimanlal Thakkar
Pradip Chimanlal Thakkar, MD, 61, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020. Services will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 31, at Cavin-Cook
Year in Review: The most-read stories of 2020 on Iredell Free News
FROM STAFF REPORTS Thank you for helping Iredell Free News shatter our previous record for readership in 2020. The articles, photo galleries, videos and obituaries published on our website this
Ruth Johnson Ervin
Ruth Johnson Ervin, 100, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. She was born on March 30, 1920, in Davidson, N.C., to the late Charlie and Carrie
Brenda Robertson
Ms. Brenda Robertson was born in Randolph County, N.C., on November 19, 1945, and was the daughter of the late James Carven Gray and Rosalee Holt Gray. She departed this
Viewpoint: For law enforcement community, 2020 has been a challenging year
BY DARREN CAMPBELL I think that it would suffice to say that this Christmas was different for most of us. This year has been met with many challenges and quite
William Adam Wooten
Forever remembered by his infectious smile and servant’s heart, William Adam Wooten went to be with Jesus on December 24, 2020, at the age of 37. Adam made a statement
Iredell County Government Job Openings (December 26)
Employment Opportunities Iredell County receives applications online only. You may browse through the job openings below to learn about our current employment opportunities. If you do not have access to
N.C. high school students encouraged to participate in CyberStart America competition
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — High school students in North Carolina are encouraged to explore careers in cybersecurity by participating in CyberStart America, an online cybersecurity talent search
Thomas Edward Poteat
Thomas Edward Poteat, 70, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. He was born on January 13, 1950, in Charlotte, N.C.,
Steven Mark Grimsland
Steven Mark Grimsland, 60, of Mooresville, N.C., died in a tragic accident on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, while working near Asheville, N.C. He is survived by his loving wife Stacie
The Rest of the Story: Community support has helped I-SS weather pandemic
BY JEFF JAMES Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! As we head into the holidays, my hopes and wishes for all our students, staff, and stakeholders are to have a
Iredell Health System provides healthy tips for the holidays
Special to Iredell Free News Even though the holiday season can bring stress, Iredell Health System is encouraging community members to follow simple tips, provided by registered dietitian Amanda Downs,
Santa granted exemption from North Carolina’s Modified Stay-at-Home Order (Video)
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Governor Roy Cooper shared an important COVID-19 update for Christmas. Santa Claus is exempt from the Modified Stay-at-Home Order and will be able
Davis Regional Medical Center administers first doses of Moderna vaccine to frontline healthcare workers
Special to Iredell Free News Davis Regional Medical Center began administering the Moderna vaccine on Tuesday. Frontline healthcare workers at the hospital will receive vaccinations throughout the week following
Mayor Kutteh: Generous residents, dedicated city employees have helped Statesville endure challenging 2020
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Although 2020 has been a year full of challenges, Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh sees a future full of promise and hope. “Many people are saying how
With 11 more COVID-19 deaths reported in past two days, Iredell reaches grim milestone
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County reached a grim milestone Tuesday as the number of COVID-19 deaths in the county surpassed 100. Local health officials reported five more new deaths
Robert William “Bill” Howard
Robert William “Bill” Howard, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020, at his residence. He was born on June 2, 1949, in Mooresville to the late
Statesville ABC Board allocates more than $71K for educational programs
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville ABC Board has announced the recipients of this year’s Educational Grants. The following agencies received a share of the $71,500 total contribution: ♦
Viewpoint: AJ’s Christmas Wish
BY FRANCIE HARTSOG This past year has been one we will never forget. I can’t remember another time in my life coming close to the chaos we have lived through.
Jane V. Shoemaker
Jane V. Shoemaker, born January 13, 1956, passed away unexpectedly on December 19, 2020. She was loved for her sense of humor and kindness. She so greatly enjoyed spending time
Otto “Buck” Bernard Bachner
Otto “Buck” Bernard Bachner, 98, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 19, 2020. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., on February 18, 1922, to the
Charles Linzy Tenor
Mr. Charles Linzy Tenor, 77, was born September 3, 1943. He departed this life on December 19, 2020. Charles was the son of the late Luther Martin and Lucy Tabor
Bernard Lewis Davidson
Mr. Bernard Lewis Davidson, 70, of Statesville, N.C., departed this life on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Claude and Nannetta
ICSO Felony Arrests: December 10-16
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 10 ♦ Tremayne Da’Lee Daniels, 24, of Deaton Street, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to
Henry Philander “Hank” Shook
Henry Philander “Hank” Shook, 96, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2020, after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eulan and Ila Shook, and brother
A Community Blessing: Operation Christmas Food Drive (Photo Gallery)
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville resident Gina Starrette decided to help others even when she wasn’t doing well. In early October she was hospitalized for four days after suffering a seizure
