BY DEBBIE PAGE drpage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously to recommend rezoning of two parcels near the Oswalt Amity Road and Highway 21 intersection to Highway Business
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Anthony Lynwood Putnam Jr.
Surrounded by his immediate family, Tony (Anthony) Putnam went to be with Jesus on February 19, 2020, after battling leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. He was 52.
County commissioners check out renovations at the Iredell County Public Library
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners toured the downstairs portion of the Iredell County Public Library during the board’s annual retreat on Friday morning. Executive Director Julianne
Starrette Farm Retreat dedicates Stations of the Cross trail
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Starrette Farm Retreat dedicated its new Stations of the Cross trail on Sunday. Dedicated in memory of Tom Starrette and in honor of his brother Ray,
Margaree Haithcox Neely
Margaree Haithcox Neely, 95, of Statesville, N.C., died Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Autumn Care of Statesville. Born in Catawba County on January 18, 1925, she was a daughter of
Lake Norman Whole Woman Conference set for March 20-21
BY DEBBIE PAGE drpage.svlfreenews@gmail.com All area women are invited to celebrate their strength and beauty and take some time to refresh themselves with scripture and sisterhood at the Lake Norman
Iredell commissioners direct staff to work on stormwater runoff issues
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners agreed on Friday to have administrative staff work to address stormwater issues in various subdivisions throughout the county following a round of heavy rainfall.
SPD Felony Arrests & Crime Reports: Feb. 6-17
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 7 ♦ Adam Joshua Jones, 21, of W. Front Street, Statesville, charged with breaking or entering to
Health Department attempting to identify Statesville High students who may have been exposed to pertussis
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville High School has notified parents that a student at the school has been diagnosed with pertussis, also know as whooping cough. According to a letter sent
Viewpoint: Love United Iredell initiative offers chance to change lives across county
BY PAUL COOK Over the last six months, as I have served as the United Way of Iredell County’s 2019-20 Campaign chairman, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with so
VoltEDGE Robotics team makes an impression on Iredell commissioners
BY KARISSA MILLER VoltEDGE Robotics president and co-founder Martin Blue told Iredell County commissioners’ on Tuesday that the group’s goal is to “foster an environment that promotes communication, collaboration and
Theatre Statesville production of “Proof” runs through March 1
Special to Iredell Free News Every person sitting in the audience will be able to relate to a character in the Theatre Statesville production of “Proof.” The cast will take
Our Big List of Fun Things to do in Iredell this Weekend (Feb. 21-23)
Father-Daughter Dance When: Friday, February 21, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Statesville Family YMCA, 828 Wesley Drive, Statesville Details: The Daddy and Daughter Dance is an evening to celebrate the
Governor advises residents to prepare for potentially hazardous winter weather
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As the current forecast shows the potential for snow to impact much of North Carolina, Gov. Roy Cooper is encouraging the public to
Registration for GET FIT IREDELL dodgeball tourney closes Feb. 20
BY DEBBIE PAGE drpage.svlfreenews@gmail.com Get a team together and join the free fun in a “friendly” dodgeball tournament on Saturday, February 22, sponsored by GET FIT IREDELL. Check in opens
Iredell County FFA banquet kicks of celebration of agriculture (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County’s Future Farmers of America members and the alumni who support them throughout the year were honored Monday during the annual FFA banquet at the Iredell
Emily Janice Creamer Howes
Emily Janice Creamer Howes, 71, of Mooresville, N.C., peacefully passed on February 14, 2020, surrounded by her family at home. She was born on June 23, 1948, in Anderson, S.C.,
Christine Allison Williams
Mrs. Christine Allison Williams, was born in Iredell County on November 19, 1931, and was the daughter of the late Norris and Parthenia Allison. On Friday, February 14, 2020, at
Paul Eugene Houston
Mr. Paul Eugene Houston, 82, of Statesville, N.C., peacefully entered his heavenly home on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at the Gordon Hospice House. Mr. Houston was born June 22, 1937,
Barbara N. Marshall
Barbara N. Marshall, 87, of Troutman, N.C., passed away February 13, 2020. She was born in Lenoir, N.C., on September 26, 1932, the youngest daughter of the late William Davis
Statesville Council rejects effort to scrap $3.8 million parking deck planned for downtown
BY STACIE LETT CAIN This City of Statesville needs a parking deck in the downtown district. City councilmembers heard that message repeatedly from citizens and business owners during Monday night’s
Town Council approves political sign ordinance, splash pad rules
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council approved regulations for political signs and rules for the new splash pad during its February 13 meeting. The council also chose appointees
Kent Sheldon Peckham
On Friday, February 14, 2020, Kent Sheldon Peckham of Statesville, N.C., went to be with the Lord. Kent was born in Breesport, N.Y., on May 22, 1962, to his loving
James Dewitt Dalton
Deacon James Dewitt Dalton, 85, son of the late David Lynn Dalton Sr. and Louise Holmes Dalton, was born in Iredell County on October 7, 1934. He entered into eternal
Iredell County 4-H offers Curious Cooks workshop
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County 4-H will host a Curious Cooks workshop on February 27 at 6 p.m. at the Iredell County Agricultural Resources Center, located at 444
Community Meeting planned to discuss thyroid cancer and structural coal ash facilities
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department invites residents to attend a Community Meeting to learn more about research into a thyroid cancer and structural coal ash
PAL of Iredell brings Celtic Rock sounds of Derina Harvey Band to Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News Performing Arts Live of Iredell’s fifth concert of the 2019-2020 season brings Celtic Rock to Statesville with Canada’s Derina Harvey Band. The concert is
Gaye Ann Hudson Pope
Gaye Ann Hudson Pope, 80, of Statesville, N.C., died Saturday, February 15, 2020, at the Gordon Hospice House after an extended period of declining health. She was born September 8,
Marie Daniels Cheek
Mrs. Marie Daniels Cheek passed away February 14, 2020, after a period of declining health. She was at home, in the quiet of the early morning, in the northern Iredell
Mooresville Graded School District partners with Purposity
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Graded School District recently announced a partnership with Purposity, an app connecting users with one-to-one needs in their community. The partnership aims to fulfill
ICATS transit driver honored for reaching impressive milestone
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Area Transit System driver Tonnette Kadima was honored Wednesday afternoon for transporting safely transporting 20,000 wheelchair passengers. Kadima — a top driver for ICATS Transit
Iredell County March for Babies supporters kick of 2020 campaign
Special to Iredell Free News Local families and business leaders joined together on Thursday for the Iredell County March for Babies kickoff event. This year’s Ambassador Family is the Everett
Lakeshore Elementary teacher named finalist for N.C. Beginning Teacher of the Year Award
Special to Iredell Free News Lakeshore Elementary School first-grade teacher Megan Houchins was recently honored as a finalist for the North Carolina Beginning Teacher of the Year Award. The award
EnergyUnited offers early-bird deadline incentive for college scholarship applications
Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited encourages all eligible high school seniors to submit their applications early for the co-op’s Empowering the Future scholarship program. Any student who applies before
Our Big List of Fun Things to do in Iredell this Weekend (Feb. 14-16)
Delmonicos – Valentine’s Dance When: Friday, February 14, 8 p.m. Where: VFW Post 2031, 139 Jordan Lane, Statesville Details: The cupids from the DELMONICOS will celebrate Valentine’s Day. Grab your
Gov. Cooper establishes Novel Coronavirus Task Force
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has formalized the state’s ongoing effort to monitor, prepare for and respond to the 2019 novel coronavirus (CoVID-19) with the