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Election Watch: Absentee voting underway for statewide Republican second primary
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — All North Carolina registered Republicans and some unaffiliated voters are eligible to vote in second primary elections to be held Tuesday, May 14, in
Susan Pickard Wiberg
The world is a poorer place because The Lilac Fairy no longer waves her magic wand spreading joy and laughter in her path. On April 2, 2024, Susan Lee Pickard
Rodney Diaz Edgerton
Mr. Rodney Diaz Edgerton, 52, was born on March 1, 1972, in Statesville, N.C., to W. Lewis Clark and the late Pamela Dawn Edgerton. Angels were dispatched to bring him
Iredell County Animal Services offering free rabies vaccines in April
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Animal Services will not hold its low-cost rabies clinic, which is held onsite the second Tuesday of each month, in April. However, there
City of Statesville Career Opportunities (April 5)
The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of
Troutman Planning and Zoning Board reviews role, procedures and state law
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board met recently to discuss and clarify various procedures and state statutes to improve its operation and functioning as it confronts explosive
More than 400,000 North Carolinians now enrolled in Medicaid
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — More than 400,000 North Carolinians now have access to health care through the state’s Medicaid expansion following record enrollment numbers and a coordinated
Iredell Health System hosting blood drive in Mooresville on April 9
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System will host a blood drive with The Blood Connection, a nonprofit community blood center, on Tuesday, April 9. The blood drive will
Tickets available for fourth annual Rockin’ for a Reason benefit concert
Special to Iredell Free News Pharos Parenting will host its fourth annual Rockin’ for a Reason benefit concert at Chickadee Hill Farms on Thursday, April 11. This ticketed event, which
Frederick Lee Tippett
Frederick Lee Tippett, 73, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, in Statesville, N.C. He was born on September 4, 1950, in Durham, N.C., to the late C.E. “Tip” Tippett
Special Treasures to renovate store, open new resource center in partnership with The Children’s Homes of Iredell County
Special to Iredell Free News Special Treasures, an upscale thrift store in Statesville, is excited to announce the acquisition of the historic Gordon Building in downtown Statesville. The closing of
Westside Twins Motorcycle Company to hold grand opening party on April 13
Event will feature live music, food and and motorcycle stunt show Special to Iredell Free News Janette Thornley and her partners, Buddy Foss and Clyde Eller, invite the public to
NCDHHS encourages North Carolinians to ‘Fight the Bite’
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As warmer weather approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures
The Salvation Army hosts volunteer appreciation luncheon (Photos)
Special to Iredell Free News The Salvation Army of Iredell County held a volunteer appreciation luncheon recently at the Gatherings Event Center in Statesville to honor those who helped the
SPD Felony Arrests: March 14-24
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 14 ♦ Justin Teshawn Dobbins, 33, of First Street, Statesville, charged with possession of a firearm by
Viewpoint: Iredell County’s public health professionals make a difference every day
BY JANE HINSON It’s time once again to celebrate National Public Health Week. April 1-7 has been designated the week that public health is celebrated nationwide. Locally, we use this
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
ICSO honors 2024 Citizens Academy graduates
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office recognized the latest class of ICSO Citizens Academy graduates on Thursday evening. During the graduation ceremony, held at the the ICSO annex
Daylight Donuts: Much more than a donut shop
BY MIKE FUHRMAN There’s something special about Daylight Donuts. The signature glazed donuts, made fresh every morning, are (by far) the best around, and the vintage decor of the little
James Ronnie White
James “Ronnie” White, 76, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Mooresville Rehabilitation and Nursing Home. He was born January 4, 1948, in Iredell County, N.C., to
City of Statesville Career Opportunities (March 29)
The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of
Raising Awareness: Local agencies working to ‘eradicate’ child abuse in Iredell, Alexander counties
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Several local agencies kicked off National Child Abuse Prevention Month on Thursday with a series of events in Iredell and Alexander counties. Representatives of Children’s Hope Alliance,
Thomas Samuel Mitchell Jr.
Thomas Samuel Mitchell Jr., 53, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, in Chicago, Ill., after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on March 4,
Mooresville body shop owner charged with insurance fraud
Special to Iredell Free News The owner of a Mooresville paint and body shop has been charged with felony insurance fraud following an investigation by the N.C. Department of Insurance.
Health Beat: Fad diets are unsustainable, often lead to weight gain
Special to Iredell Free News It’s hard to open a magazine, scroll through social media, watch TV, or even walk through grocery store aisles without seeing or hearing about the
Byron Lee Scott
Byron Lee “Scotty” Scott was born in Pitcairn, Pa., on April 1, 1929, to John Sanford and Myrtle Staats Scott. He passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at
SPD to host DEA Drug Takeback event on April 27
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host the Drug Enforcement Agency’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27.
Iredell Health System lifts visitor restrictions
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System has lifted its flu restrictions effective Wednesday, March 27. The Health System implemented the restrictions on December 21, asking guests not to
Lottie Angie Rebecca Chambers
Lottie Angie Rebecca Ramseur Chambers, daughter of the late Rodney Ramseur Sr. and Nannie Summers Ramseur, was born in Iredell County on Friday January 24, 1930. She departed this life
Rare B-29 Superfortress to visit Statesville Regional Airport
Special to Iredell Free News The B-29 Doc History Restored Tour will visit Statesville Regional Airport on April 30 through May 2. B-29 Doc, one of 1,644 B-29 Superfortress aircraft
Statesville native headed to Hollywood after impressive ‘American Idol’ debut
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville native Garrison Bennett is headed to Hollywood following his impressive “American Idol” debut on Sunday night. Bennett, who lives in Hickory, advanced to the next round
United Way of Iredell County launches HIVE to increase volunteer engagement
Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County has launched HIVE, which stands for Helping Iredell Volunteers Engage. This new volunteer center is focused on offering a
Lynn Cranfill Armstrong
Lynn Cranfill Armstrong, 76, passed away peacefully at her home in Mooresville, N.C., on March 19, 2024. Born in Winston-Salem, N.C., on November 11, 1947, to the late William T.
Thomas Edward Stanley
Thomas Edward Stanley, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville, N.C. At Mr. Stanley’s request, there will be
Rotary Club of Statesville inducts new members, announces opportunities for grant funding
Special to Iredell Free News The Rotary Club of Statesville inducted three new club members on March 12. Club members, club officers and District Governor Deb Corbett were present to