BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office hosted a Christmas party on Saturday morning for ICSO personnel with young children. The party featured a showing of “The Polar Express”
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Experts provide parents with advice to help children combat anxiety, stress
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Two clinicians from Southeast Psych in Charlotte presented tips and advice to parents to help their school-age children deal with stress and anxiety during an Iredell-Statesville
Barry George Warren
Barry George Warren, 73, of Sherrills Ford, N.C., passed away on December 13, 2019, at his home. He was born in Hutchinson, Kan., on August 2, 1946, to the late
31st Annual Masonic Community Blood Drive set for January 10
Special to Iredell Free News Masons from Iredell and surrounding counties will host the 31st Annual Masonic Community Blood Drive on Friday, January 10, at nine convenient collection sites. Last
Rep. Budd announces he will vote against articles of impeachment
FROM STAFF REPORTS Rep. Ted Budd announced Friday that he would vote against both articles of impeachment against President Trump when they come to a vote on the floor of
Troutman Council approves controversial Marley Jaye Village rezoning
New members sworn in Thursday evening, along with Police Chief Tina Fleming BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council honored two departing council members on Thursday night before welcoming
Loring Lee Fishburne Sr.
Loring Lee Fishburne Sr. of Statesville, N.C., died peacefully at home on December 11, 2019, in the presence of his loving family. He was born to Alexander Gillon and Jane
Anita Rae Tilley Austin
Anita Rae Tilley Austin, 69, of Troutman, N.C., passed away unexpectedly after a period of declining health on Tuesday, December 10, 2019, at her home. Anita was born in Iredell
Our Big List of Fun Things to do this Weekend in Iredell (Dec. 13-15)
Theatre Statesville Presents a Christmas Carol When: Friday, December 13; Saturday, December 14; and Sunday, December 15, 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Statesville City Hall, 227 S. Center Street, Statesville
Local organizations receive grants from Statesville ABC Board
Special to Iredell Free News Seven area agencies are feeling especially merry this season after receiving their share of the Statesville ABC funding designated for substance abuse program assistance. This
Gov. Cooper establishes task force to improve diversity and inclusion in education
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced this week Executive Order No. 113 that establishes a Task Force focused on matters of equity and inclusion in
MGSD board considering proposal to add dual immersion program
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com N.C. Representative John Fraley administered the oath of office to recently re-elected Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education members Roger Hyatt, Debbie Marsh and Kerry
Rescue Ranch hosting Mini-Break and Spring Break camps
Special to Iredell Free News Assisting parents and preschool to fifth-grade students with fun and educational opportunities during school breaks in 2020, Rescue Ranch is offering two mini-break and spring
Marjorie Hendren Hager
Marjorie Hendren Hager left for her heavenly home on December 10, 2019. She was the youngest child of Charles and Jo Hendren of Stony Point and was born on January
William “Billy” Henry Kelley
William “Billy” Henry Kelley, 68, passed away Sunday December 8, 2019, at his home in Mooresville, N.C. Billy was born on May 26, 1951, to Gerard and Josephine Kelley in
I-SS board moving forward with superintendent search
Community survey will be available online later this week for staff and the public input BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Board of Education members discussed and approved various documents, and made
Mitchell students nominated for All-USA Community College Academic Team
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College students Catherine Bourdon (Cornelius) and Cristina Jacobs (Mooresville) have been selected as the college’s top nominees for the All-USA Community College Academic
Troutman Council enlists Centralina Council of Governments to assist in manager search
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Troutman Town Council members voted unanimously on Monday afternoon to spend up to $6,500 to enlist the assistance of the Centralina Council of Governments in its
EnergyUnited makes donation to support work of First Responders Support Services
Pictured (from left) are Andrew Donawa, executive director of First Responders Support Services; and Thomas Golden, chief strategy officer & vice president of Energy Services for EnergyUnited. Special to Iredell
Iredell County Environmental Health implementing N.C. sewage treatment & disposal system rule
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Environmental Health Division is implementing a North Carolina Sewage Treatment and Disposal System rule that will require periodic maintenance inspections for specific
Viewpoint: I-SS board putting its credibility on the line in expected vote over funding for IB program at Statesville High
BY MIKE FUHRMAN When it reconvenes on Monday evening, the Iredell-Statesville Board of Education will likely delay or deny a request by district administrators to help fund expansion of the
Angell launches campaign for District 6 seat on Iredell-Statesville Board of Education
FROM STAFF REPORTS Kevin Angell announced Sunday evening that he will run for the District 6 seat on the Iredell-Statesville Board of Education. Angell, who works as chief program officer
Offender Watch: Thirty-three felons, included convicted killer, returned to Iredell in November
FROM STAFF REPORTS Thirty-three offenders, including five sex offenders and a convicted murderer, returned to Iredell County after being released by the N.C. Department of Corrections. Seven of the offenders
Sheriff travels to Southern border to learn about drug smuggling, human-trafficking operations
Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell (far right) and other participants in a recent trip sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security pose for a photo. BY MIKE FUHRMAN iredellfreenews@gmail.com
Viewpoint: The best thing I saw this week was a video of Bryson Patton rocking the stage at Scotts Elementary
BY MIKE FUHRMAN I’ve never met 7-year-old Bryson Patton, but after watching his performance this week at Scotts Elementary School he’s become one of my favorite little people on the
Iredell County 4-H plans holiday craft workshop for kids on Dec. 20
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Cooperative Extension Office will present a 4-H Holiday Craft Workshop for children and teens on December 20. The event will take place from 9
Community, co-workers rally to support ICSO detective’s wife
PHOTO: ICSO Detective Adam Blackburn and his wife Keetha pose for a photo with their children, Layla and Barrett, at Cool Springs Fire Department on Saturday. BY BRANDY TEMPLETON About
How to avoid delivery scams and package thefts this holiday season
Special to Iredell Free News For holiday shopping, most consumers love the convenience of making purchases online and having them shipped straight to their doorstep. But with millions of
I-SS officials outline legislative priorities for local lawmakers, elected leaders
Iredell-Statesville Schools Teacher of the Year Bethany Orr addresses lawmakers. BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools leaders and elected officials met Friday morning in Troutman to discuss the school board’s legislative
Rachel Shirley Jean Poston Canipe
Rachel Shirley Jean Poston Canipe, 83, of Statesville, N.C., died Thursday, December 5, 2019, at her residence. Shirley was born in Shelby, N.C., on January 27, 1936, to the late
Sheriff: Owner of cleaning company charged with stealing jewelry from customer’s home
FROM STAFF REPORTS A local cleaning company owner was charged with stealing jewelry from one of her customers following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell
Holiday Events Schedule: Christmas traditions abound in Mooresville
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville has something for everyone this month to gear up for the holiday season! Here are some of the big events: ♦ Stop by the annual free
Our Big List of Fun Things to do in Statesville, Mooresville and Troutman this Weekend (Dec. 6-8)
2019 Shop & Stroll Spectacular When: Friday, December 6, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Where: Downtown Statesville Details: Visit Santa Central at City Hall with his elves while enjoying popcorn and
Louise Murdock McIntyre
Mrs. Louise Murdock McIntyre, 91, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at the Gordon Hospice House. Born October 7, 1928 in Iredell County, N.C., she
Safe Kids Iredell County seeking community support for holiday helmet drive
Special to Iredell Free News With the holidays quickly approaching, multiple agencies throughout Iredell County are gearing up their gift-giving missions and are helping those in need by providing Christmas
Statesville chamber accepting nominations for Future5
Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce is accepting nomination for its Future5 young professional recognition program. Future5 will annually recognize 5 Statesville area young