Special to IFN The following cases were disposed in recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Leonard Holland pleaded guilty to Trafficking in Cocaine, two counts of Sell or
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Statesville Fire Department honors members at annual awards banquet (Photos)
Special to IFN The Statesville Fire Department hosted its annual awards banquet earlier this month at the Statesville Civic Center. The event brought together firefighters, their families, city officials, retired
Why Is AI Bad for Students? The Hidden Dangers of AI in Education
CONTRIBUTED Imagine trusting a machine with your academic success, only to find out it misunderstood your entire assignment. Sounds risky, right? AI-powered tools have become a popular choice for students,
Theatre Statesville production of ‘The Miracle Worker’ delivers powerful origin story (Photos)
BY MIKE FUHRMAN It’s difficult to find a story more awe-inspiring story than Helen Keller’s transformation from blind and deaf child to renowned author, lecturer and activist. Over the next
Rachel Caldwell Barnhardt
Rachel Caldwell Barnhardt, 85, died peacefully surrounded by family on February 17, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She was married to the late Ernest Wayne Barnhardt for 60 years was
Chairman appoints two new I-SS board members to legislative committee
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has approved the appointment of its two newest members to serve on a newly formed legislative committee. The purpose of the
Linda Galliher Hager
Linda Odean Galliher Hager, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025. She was born March 13, 1946, in Iredell County to the late Flake Cecil Galliher
Alfred Keith Aiken
Alfred Keith Aiken, 63, was born in Syracuse, N.Y., on February 9, 1962, and went to be with the Lord on February 15,2025. He was married to Felisha С. Aiken.
Lisa Grandt Grimes
Karen Lisa Grandt Grimes went to be with the Lord on February 14, 2025. She was born April 25, 1962, in Ft. Belvoir, Va., and was the daughter of the
Mooresville board delays decision on rezoning for proposed townhome development
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Mooresville Town Board voted unanimously on Monday to delay a decision on a new development proposed for the Langtree area amid concerns about the number
Gerry Ann Gregory
Mrs. Gerry Ann Gregory, a devoted mother and nurturing homemaker, quietly passed away on February 12, 2025, at Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C. Born on December 8, 1932, in Cayce,
Chief Onley reports decline in violent crime in Statesville in 2024
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Despite an increase in homicides and rapes, the violent crime rate in the City of Statesville declined in 2024. Police Chief David Onley presented the annual crime
Best Feminized Seeds: Buy Potent Female Marijuana Seeds from Reputable Vendors in 2025
Growing cannabis can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with common frustrations like low yields, unpredictable plant quality, or wasted effort on male plants that don’t produce buds. Feminized seeds solve
N.C. attorney general urges residents to report price gouging during winter weather
Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Tuesday announced that the state’s price gouging law is in effect across the state after Gov. Josh Stein declared a
Gov. Stein encourages North Carolinians to prepare for winter weather
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Monday advised North Carolinians to plan ahead for snow, ice, and strong winds, and to follow safety guidance from local officials.
Carol Boyer
Carol Boyer, a resident of Troutman, N.C., entered into Eternal Rest on February 11, 2025, at age 85. She passed away at Novant Health Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, N.C., after
Troutman councilman charged with resisting officer who responded to report of road-rage incident
BY MIKE FUHRMAN A Troutman town councilman is free on bond following his arrest last week on a charge that he resisted an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy during a
Iredell Physician Network welcomes new nurse practitioner
Special to IFN Iredell Health System on Monday announced the addition of Nurse Practitioner Megan Lewis to the staff at Family Care Center of Statesville. A board-certified family nurse practitioner,
National Charity League Lake Norman Class of 2026 donates $16,997 to Bridge of Hearts
Special to IFN The Class of 2026 of the National Charity League (NCL) Lake Norman has made a significant impact in their community by donating $16,997.62 to Bridge of Hearts,
Iredell County GOP Convention scheduled for March 15
Special to IFN The Iredell County Republican Party Convention is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, at the Iredell County Government Center, located at 200 S. Center Street in Statesville. All
Best Delta 9 Gummies: Top Picks for Potency, Flavor, and Effects
Delta 9 gummies are a fun, tasty, and convenient way to enjoy the calming and uplifting effects of Delta-9 THC. Whether you’re looking to unwind, improve sleep, or just take
Town of Troutman recognizes Public Works employees for extraordinary service
BY DEBBIE PAGE During a light agenda meeting on Thursday night, the Town Council honored Public Works staff members Cameron Morris and Casey Beasley as the Town of Troutman Employees
Curtis Dwayne Sherrill
Curtis Dwayne Sherrill, 63, of Troutman, N.C., passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Burke Assisted Living in Morganton, N.C. He was born in Iredell County on September 28, 1961,
Statesville Council weighs options for paying for future capital projects
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville City Council members got a detailed look at the city’s short- and long-term capital needs during last week’s two-day council retreat. \Balancing the expense of current
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
Sue Hudgins Ligon
Martha “Sue” Ligon, 76 of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on February 12, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. Born July 26, 1948, in Statesville to the late Dr. Robert
Robert John Mack
Robert “Bob” John Mack, 88, of Mooresville, N.C., peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at home in the company of his family. He was
MGSD outlines summer enrichment and testing plans, recognizes student and staff achievements
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education heard plans for the summer enrichment and retesting opportunities for EOG/EOC testing outside of the traditional school calendar during
Statesville Civic Center to host Vegfest Expos on March 2
Special to IFN Vegfest Expos promises a day of fun, food, and festivities to celebrate a cruelty-free lifestyle, a cleaner environment, and a healthier planet in Statesville on Sunday, March
Viewpoint: Don’t take life so seriously
BY JEFF CORBETT In “The Story File,” Steve May shares a story about three ministers from different churches in the same town who decided to go fishing. As they fished,
Derrick Arnold
Derrick Barron Arnold, 72, was born in Bluefield, W.Va., to the late Rufus Jerome Heaggans Sr. and Juneava Maxine Arnold Culbreath. Wilford J. Heaggans and Sylvia Heaggans Young, both of
Best Racetracks in North Carolina
CONTRIBUTED Racing is incredibly popular across the United States, with some forms of the sport including horses and cars. North Carolina has a rich history when it comes to significant
MGSD Board approves 2025-2026 budget
BY DEBBIE PAGE After a work session and board input on January 18, the Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education approved its proposed local current expense and capital outlay
NCDHHS announces first pediatric flu deaths of 2024-2025 season
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting two pediatric flu-related deaths, the first for the 2024-2025 flu season. One child in the
Performing Arts Live Iredell to present Stephen Freeman as Elvis on February 22
Special to IFN Award-winning Elvis tribute artist Stephen Freeman will take the stage at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville on Saturday, February 22, as Performing Arts Live Iredell presents “Echoes
Mary Caldwell Carr
Ms. Mary Caldwell Carr, 76, of Mooresville, N.C., departed this life on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. She was born on May 19, 1948, to
