BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council is seeking nominations for its 2025 Citizen of the Year Award and Organization of the Year Award. The awards are the town’s way
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Girls on the Run Greater Piedmont Fun Run 5K set for May 3
Special to IFN Dust off those running shoes and bring some star power for the upcoming Fun Run 5K for Girls on the Run Greater Piedmont. The race will be
ICCU seeks donations, volunteers to help refurbish Chestnut Grove Community Center
BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell Civic Community United (ICCU) has launched its latest Imagine Iredell United project, an effort to raise money and recruit volunteers to refurbish the Chestnut Grove Community
Maria Taylor
Maria Ruth Rogers Taylor, 61, of Statesville, N.C., passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Maria was born in Iredell County on January 29, 1964, to Martha
Caroline Bramley
Caroline McInnis Bramley of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025. Caroline was a resident of Statesville for more than 28 years. She was a beloved wife and
What Are the Most Overlooked Pieces of Evidence in a Car Accident Claim?
CONTRIBUTED Car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, but their consequences can last a lifetime. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a serious collision, gathering evidence is
Black Balloon Day: Remembering those lost to overdose while promoting awareness and treatment
BY DEBBIE PAGE Each year on March 6, families and loved ones across the United States come together for Black Balloon Day to honor those lost to overdose. The tradition
Broad Street UMC to host preaching and lecture series
Special to IFN Broad Street United Methodist Church will host its inaugural Leaders in Excellence and Preaching Series on Sunday, March 16. The series was created as an avenue for the Statesville
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)
These positions are subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping
Democratic Women of Iredell County hold demonstration in Mooresville
Special to IFN The Democratic Women of Iredell County, an affiliate of the Iredell County Democratic Party, gathered Saturday afternoon, March 8, to support democracy. A small but enthusiastic group
Sonia Ponce
Sonia Guadalupe Cesar Ponce, 50, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025. Sonia was born in Nezahualcoyotl, Mexico, on April 30, 1974, to Pablo Cesar Alba and Maria De Jesus Ponce
Fannie Mae Rucker
Fannie Mae Rucker, a beloved and cherished soul, departed this world peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Statesville, N.C., just shy of her 55th birthday. Born on March 16, 1970,
Iredell County Animal Services honored by PetSmart Charities for adoption efforts
Special to IFN PetSmart Charities recently recognized Iredell County Animal Services as a Bronze Medal Status Adoption Partner. This status was earned by ICAS by having more than 500 of
NCDHHS: New data shows Black infants are dying at rates three times higher than white infants
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The 2023 Infant and Child Mortality Data from the North Carolina Child Fatality Task Force Report shows non-Hispanic Black and American Indian children have higher
Iredell County Veterans Treatment Court honors first group of graduates
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The first trio of graduates from the Iredell County Veterans Treatment Court have shown what’s possible when you seek help in a supportive environment — and stay
Iredell-Statesville Schools recognizes 26 National Board Certified teachers
BY KARISSA MILLER More than two dozen highly accomplished teachers were recognized during a recent Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting. District administrators and school board members honored 14 new
Iredell commissioners considering proposal to create civil penalties for passing a stopped school bus
BY KARISSA MILLER Mooresville Graded School District Superintendent Jason Gardner on Tuesday requested that Iredell County commissioners adopt an ordinance creating civil penalties for passing a stopped school bus. Speaking
Caring Connections: Iredell Adult Day Services launching support group for caregivers
Special to IFN Iredell Adult Day Services – a nonprofit organization dedicated to caring for older adults, vulnerable groups, and their families – will kick off a new support group
German Rodriguez Jr.
German Rodriguez Jr., born on September 2, 1954, in the vibrant streets of the Bronx, N.Y., has decided to take his talents to the great beyond as of March 4,
Mooresville officials encourage residents to share traffic concerns with NCDOT
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Assistant Town Manager Ryan Rase on Monday asked Mooresville residents to express their concerns about traffic congestion with the N.C. Department of Transportation. During Monday’s town
Murderous Matrimony: Women who kill their husbands
Editor’s Note: This is part one of a series of columns. This story and others will be highlighted during a Women’s History Month program planned for Thursday, March 20. Learn
Former POW recounts harrowing experience in Iraq at third annual International Women’s Day Breakfast
Jessica Lynch speaks at the third annual International Women’s Day Breakfast on Wednesday morning. Jessica Lynch encourages audience to keep pushing when they face life’s challenges BY DEBBIE PAGE Jessica
William Ford McLaury
On January 31, 2025, William “Bill” Ford McLaury was peacefully lifted away from this earth, whistling his way into the arms of Jesus. No doubt, he was reciting his favorite
Jean Alice Pearson
Jean Alice Pearson of Hiddenite, N.C., formerly of Canisteo, N.Y. passed away surrounded by her family at her home on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The daughter of the late Bert
Rev. James Ray Millsaps
The Reverend James Ray Millsaps, 89, entered into eternal rest at his home in Alexander County on Monday, March 3, 2025. Born on Friday, January 31, 1936, in Alexander County,
Joann Rautenberg
Joann Rautenberg passed away on March 2, 2025. She was born on May 7, 1930. After residing in Schnectady, N.Y., for fifty years, where Joann became a well-known pianist and
James Carson Burris
James Carson Burris passed away recently at his home. He was born February 23, 1972, in Douglas, Ga., and moved to North Carolina the following year. James was 53 years
Iredell Health System announces new director of Biomedical Technology
Special to IFN Iredell Health System has announced the hiring of Matthew Woods as its new director of Biomedical Technology, in partnership with Crothall Healthcare. Woods brings over 32 years
NCDOR begins processing individual tax returns
Special to IFN The N.C. Department of Revenue has started processing 2024 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers will begin receiving refunds through the mail and direct deposit the week of
Gov. Stein, emergency management officials urge North Carolinians to be prepared for severe weather
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein and emergency management officials are urging all North Carolinians to prepare for the possibility of severe weather on Wednesday as well as
Iredell County Community Foundation accepting grant applications through March 28
Special to IFN The Iredell County Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2025 grant program. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, congregations, governmental and educational institutions. Priority will
I-SS officials push back against public criticism, remain focused on improving outcomes for low-performing schools
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville School officials have expressed their frustration over the public comments made during the February 10 board meeting, asserting that those comments created a false picture of
Gary Smith Bentley
Gary Smith Bentley, 77, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at his home. He was born October 5, 1947, in Alexander County, the son of the late
Clifford Wilson Holdsclaw
Clifford Wilson Holdsclaw – father, husband, teacher, farmer, veteran, and lover of all things outdoors – went to be with his Lord on March 1, 2025. He was 96 years
Letter to the Editor: Gathering to show support for Ukraine planned for Friday in Statesville
To the Editor: We are planning a peaceful gathering from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 7, in Downtown Statesville to show support for Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukraine. Many
Iredell County Health Department to host open house on April 9
Special to FIN The Iredell County Health Department invites the community to celebrate National Public Health Week during an interactive open house planned for April 9. Planned for 4 to
