Angela Williams was the daughter of Thelma Tuten Wallace and Eddie James Wallace Sr. She was born in Beaufort County Hospital in Washington, N.C., on April 16, 1960. She went
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Dorothy Petorelli Dilorio
Dorothy “Dottie” Petorelli Dilorio, of Mooresville, N.C., died on Monday, February 26, 2024, in the comfort of hospice care at the age of 91. She was predeceased by her husband
Joann Elizabeth Drum
Joann Elizabeth Drum, 89, of Olin, N.C., passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Growing up on the family farm in Olin, she was the first of six daughters for
Nanette Marie Shalvey
Nanette Marie Shalvey, 64, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024. Nanette was born in Wheeling, W.Va., on January 26, 1960, to Bernard J. Shalvey and Norma Jean Cioni Shalvey. She
Betty Church Dowdle
Betty Church Dowdle, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Betty was born in Iredell County to
Troutman Council, staff discuss goals, 2024-2025 budget priorities during planning retreat
BY DEBBIE PAGE Mayor Teross Young, Troutman Council members and town staff met on Monday for a day-long strategic review of town departments’ accomplishments, needs, and goals to assess progress,
Sip It Forward: Hoptown Brewery celebrating four years of giving back
Special to Iredell Free News While being interviewed for inclusion in Hoptown Brewery’s charity efforts, Bridge of Hearts Director Linda Morris emphasized her organization’s mission to bring joy to impoverished
N.C. Commerce officials celebrate NCWorks Mobile Career Center’s first year of service
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Commerce is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the new NCWorks Mobile Career Center. The mobile unit can bring accessible
Billy Ray Torrence
Billy Ray Torrence, 89, of Mooresville, N.C., a beloved father and grandfather, passed away on February 26, 2024, after a period of declining health. Bill was born on June 18,
Lester Robert Dillon
Lester “Bob” Robert Dillon, 76, of Davidson, N.C., passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Atrium Health Cabarrus following a prolonged respiratory illness. He was born on December 1,
Sheriff: Undercover narcotics investigation leads to arrests of 19 suspects
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday announced the arrests of 19 suspects on a variety of drugs charges. The arrests, which occurred over the last four
Betty Jean Mattox
Betty Jean Mattox, 80, of Statesville, N.C., died peacefully at her home on February 24, 2024. Betty was born in Statesville, N.C., on February 2, 1944, to the late Rossie
Charlotte Huie Redmond
Charlotte Huie Redmond entered the presence of the Lord on February 24, 2024, at the age of 78. She was born May 6, 1945, in Olin, N.C., to Hoyt and
I-SS Board of Education continues to meet via text message despite chairman’s advice and pending lawsuit
BY MIKE FUHRMAN After being advised by their chairman to stop texting each other and after being sued for violating N.C. Open Meetings Laws, Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members
Iredell EDC, partners presented Fusion Award by Statesville Chamber
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Economic Development Corporation, along with its partners, Centralina Workforce Development Board, Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, Iredell County, Iredell-Statesville Schools, Mooresville Graded School District,
Sanders Ridge in Troutman to host grand opening event on March 9
Special to Iredell Free News M/I Homes is celebrating the start of sales at Sanders Ridge in Troutman with a grand opening event planned for Saturday, March 9. The event,
Health Beat: Local cardiologists raise awareness about heart disease prevention
Special to Iredell Free News Did you know that heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the country for 100 years? A recent American Heart Association study
Janice Marie Williams Jonaitis
Janice Marie Williams Jonaitis, 69, an accomplished individual known for her work in accounting and law enforcement, passed away on February 24, 2024, at Carolina Caring in Newton, N.C. She
Margaret Therisa Cullen
Margaret Therisa Cullen, 88, of Statesville, N.C., and formerly of Panama City, Fla., passed away on 21 February 2024, and was finally able to free the wings we all know
Hunter Darden
Hunter Darden, a beloved author whose passion for storytelling touched the lives of many, passed away on February 23, 2024, in Mooresville, N.C., after bravely battling early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. She
GGs to host book signing for Molly Grantham on March 23
Special to Iredell Free News GGs Art Frames Gifts will host Emmy Award winning journalist and author Molly Grantham for a book signing on Saturday, March 23. The event is
Students celebrate Black history through music, movement, poetry and more
BY KARISSAMILLER Third Creek Middle School students celebrated the legacy, culture and accomplishments of the African-American community on Friday afternoon. The Black History Month program was titled “I rise, You Rise, We
Grammy Award nominee to perform in Statesville on March 1
Special to Iredell Free News Grammy Award nominee Jontavious Willis will perform in the Old Jail Listening Room at the Iredell Arts Council on Friday, March 1. The show starts
Historic Recognition: Community gathers for dedication of marker at Green Street Cemetery (Photo Gallery)
BY KARISSA MILLER The Green Street Cemetery is the oldest African American cemetery for some of Statesville and Iredell County’s enslaved people, military veterans and prominent community members. Located at
Rep. McHenry hosts final Assistance to Firefighters Grant Writing Workshop
Special to Iredell Free News The office of Congressman Patrick McHenry recently hosted its final grant writing workshop for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG)
Local History: Visits to abandoned cemeteries yield new information about our past
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR The Iredell County Public Library is celebrating Black History Month as it does every year in February. Prior to working at the library, I had never conducted
City of Statesville Career Opportunities (February 22)
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
Kingston Yeshua Wormington
Life is but a resting place, a pause in what is to be, a resting place along the road to sweet eternity. It is with heavy hearts we announce the
SPD Chief: Targeted enforcement efforts paying public safety dividends
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville Police David Onley said targeted enforcement efforts helped slow the increase in violent crime in the city in 2023. Although the number of homicides declined sharply,
Full Bloom Film Festival unveils 2024 Film Series
Special to Iredell Free News Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of cinema as the Full Bloom Film Festival presents its Film Series lineup for 2024. From Oscar-winning
Dan Ray Creasey
Dan Ray Creasey, a cherished family member, friend, and community leader, passed away on February 20, 2024. He was a U.S. Army Veteran with service in Vietnam as a helicopter
Statesville Woman’s Club supports My Sister’s House, plans for upcoming geranium sale
Special to Iredell Free News The February meeting of the Statesville Woman’s Club was sponsored by the Community Impact Community Service Team. My Sister’s House Director Brittany Campbell and Domestic
Performing Arts Live Iredell to present Fry Street Quartet
Special to Iredell Free News Performing Arts Live Iredell welcomes the acclaimed Fry Street Quartet for the fourth concert of the 2023-2024 season. The concert is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.
Going for the Gold! Iredell athletes turn in strong showing at Special Olympics Winter Games (Photos)
Special to Iredell Free News Fourteen athletes from Special Olympics Iredell County met up with athletes from across the Southeast at Appalachian Ski Mountain between Blowing Rock and Boone on
Mary Ellen Wrightsman
Mary Ellen Wrightsman, 83, of Statesville, N.C., went home to our Lord Jesus and Savior on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 8:30 in the morning. Mary was born on Sunday,
Insomniacs to host BYOI Jam Session in the Old Jail on February 24
Special to Iredell Free News The Insomniacs invite the public to Bring Your Own Instrument (BYOI) for a fun Jam Session on Saturday, February 24. The event, which will be