North Iredell High graduate launched effort to get all 222 seniors ‘adopted’ BY KARISSA MILLER Stephanie Faw understands how important proms, senior nights and graduation ceremonies are to students as
Search “what is for you is for you”
7462 Results
Search Results
Story & Video: Gov. Cooper proclaims May 6-12 as North Carolina Nurses Week
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has issued a proclamation honoring North Carolina Nurses with a week dedicated to their important work. Cooper declared the week
Viewpoint: Child care providers need more than appreciation during these challenging times
BY LISA FAMILO Every day, we learn more about how COVID-19 is wreaking havoc on families, businesses, and communities. This frightening pandemic has hit homes and our community with hardships
Steven Craig Rogers
Steven Craig Rogers of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 4, 2020. He was 25 years old. Steven was an extraordinary son, brother, and friend. His radiant smile,
Carson Lester named honorary Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent
BY KARISSA MILLER A friendship forged at the Special Olympics took a magical turn on Wednesday as Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Brady Johnson welcomed the district’s first ever honorary superintendent in
Rev. Robert Junior Johnson
Rev. Robert Junior Johnson, 79, of Statesville, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning, May 6, 2020, at Gordon Hospice House. Born in Wilkes County on
Conrad “Vance” Owen
Conrad “Vance” Owen, 40, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 3, 2020. Vance was a quiet and peaceful man. He was one who preferred to work behind
Viewpoint: Ending our dependence on China for cheap drugs and medical products will not be easy
“For every complex problem there is an answer that is clear, simple, and wrong.”
Antonette “Toni” Packs Hutin
Antonette “Toni” Packs Hutin, 93, of Davidson, N.C. passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2020. Toni was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Albert (Al) V. Hutin Jr.
Martha Ann Steele Allison
Mrs. Martha Ann Steele Allison, aka ”Memaw,” was born on December 21,1943, to the late Augustus and Lizzie Steele. She gained her wings on Saturday May 2, 2020, at the
Gov. Cooper announces modified Stay At Home Order and easing of some COVID-19 restrictions
Personal care businesses, entertainment venues, gyms to remain closed Special to Iredell Free News Governor Roy Cooper on Tuesday signed Executive Order No. 138 to modify North Carolina’s Stay At
Gov. Cooper proclaims May 4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week
Special to Iredell Free News Gov. Roy Cooper has proclaimed May 4 – May 8 Teacher Appreciation Week in North Carolina to recognize the significant impact teachers make on our
Contributions to Officer Jordan Sheldon Memorial Scholarship endowment surpass $100,000
Special to Iredell Free News The Mitchell Community College Foundation and Endowment for Excellence announced on Monday that the Officer Jordan Sheldon Memorial Scholarship endowment has reached $100,000 in
Photo Gallery: Family throws a parade to celebrate WWII veteran’s 99th birthday
William “Tom” Poston retired as Iredell County Schools superintendent in 1981 BY KARISSA MILLER William Thomas “Tom” Poston celebrated his 99th birthday two days early on Sunday. A steady
Governor proclaims May 3-9 Hurricane Preparedness Week
Residents urged to update emergency kits and plans, especially considering COVID-19 Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has proclaimed May 3-9 Hurricane Preparedness Week in North
Betty Jane Nichols Dobbins
Mrs. Betty Jane Nichols Dobbins, 79, of 1724 East Cloaninger Avenue, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on August 26, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Lawson
James Earnest Parker Jr.
Mr. James Earnest Parker Jr., 50, of 3021 Arlington Avenue, Statesville, N.C., passed away at Frye Regional Medical Center on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, following an extended illness. He was
Photo Gallery: School Lunch Heroes Day in I-SS
FROM STAFF REPORTS Friday was School Lunch Heroes Day in Iredell-Statesville Schools. West Iredell High School parent Lisa Cash orchestrated the effort to thank the dedicated I-SS employees who have
Francis Raymond MacDonald Jr.
Francis Raymond MacDonald Jr., 81, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020, at Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. Born November 9, 1938, in Waltham, Mass.,
Theodore “Carroll” Dockery
Theodore “Carroll” Dockery, 73, of Mooresville, N.C., went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 1, 2020. He was a native of Cherokee County, N.C., and life-long resident
Health officials report delay in shipment of potassium iodide for residents, employers near McGuire Nuclear Plant
Special to Iredell Free News The Catawba, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg health departments have not received an anticipated shipment of potassium iodide (KI) for residents and employers within the
Vivian Shanae King
Vivian Shanae King, affectionately called “NaeNae,” was born in Iredell County on February 16, 1979, and was the daughter of Kathy King Hanks and the late Herman Bines. She departed
Christine Freeze Brown
Christine Freeze Brown passed away on April 29, 2020. She was the loving wife of Ralph Courtney Brown Sr. for 65 years. She was born November 9, 1935, in Rowan
Mitchell Community College presents first scholarship honoring Officer Jordan Sheldon
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College student Thomas Denny has been named the first recipient of the scholarship created in the memory of fallen Mooresville Police Department Officer
Ethel “Lynn” Mitchell
Ethel “Lynn” Mitchell went home to meet her Savior on April 30, 2020. She was born in Scott County, Va., in 1947 to the late Tom and Marie Herron Flinchum.
Iredell Health System, Iredell County EMS urge those in medical emergencies to call 911, seek treatment
Special to Iredell Free News Many people have avoided seeking emergency care out of fear of contracting the coronavirus or overwhelming the healthcare system. Local healthcare providers and emergency responders
Viewpoint: How we came to be so dependent upon China and the path forward
BY KEN ROBERTSON As I asked you to do last week, before you read this and my next few columns, please Google “Chesterton’s Fence.” The premise is that one should
NCDHHS offering mental health support for staff in health care settings, child care centers
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The Hope4Healers Helpline (919-226-2002) is being expanded to support the staff who work in North Carolina’s child care programs. Earlier this month, the
N.C. Archives and Museum of History documenting COVID-19 pandemic
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is collecting objects, archival materials (both digital and physical), and web content that reflect the
Meshia Kifha Howard
Meshia Kifha Howard of 1012 Park Drive, Statesville, N.C., was born in Iredell County on March 20, 1980, and was the daughter of David “Brown” Mott and Angela Faye Howard
Patricia Ann “Pat” Malone
Patricia Ann “Pat” Malone, beloved daughter of Eugene and Oma Lee Malone, was born on September 15, 1943. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell requests funding proposals for 2020-2021
Special to Iredell Free News Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell (DACI), in partnership with the Mooresville ABC Board, is requesting proposals for 2020-2021 funding to support substance use prevention, education,
Natalie Yvonne Parks Phillips
Natalie Yvonne Parks Phillips, beloved daughter of the late Elder Charlie Parks Sr. and Beatrice Murdock Parks, was born in Iredell County on June 9, 1949. She entered into eternal
Ernestine Owens Hoffner
Ernestine Owens Hoffner, 84, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on Friday, April 24, 2020, at The Laurels of Salisbury. She was born on May 11, 1935, in Iredell County, N.C.,
Christopher Andrew Pace
Christopher Andrew Pace, 46, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. He was born on November 5, 1973, in Gastonia, N.C., to Linda Martin Pace and the
I-SS announces plans for 2020 high school graduation ceremonies
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools officials announced Friday that high school graduation ceremonies for district high schools will not be held next month due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “2020 has