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Ray Bost Smith
Ray Bost Smith passed away at Iredell Memorial Hospital on January 26, 2024, at the age of 98 following a long illness. The third of five children born to Zebulon
Sponsors needed for N.C. Summer Meals program
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — More than one million North Carolina students rely on the nutritious meals and snacks served during the school year through the School Breakfast, School
Former Statesville police officer charged with statutory rape
FROM STAFF REPORTS A former Statesville Police Department officer has been charged with statutory rape following an investigation by the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation. Stephen Quinn Gordon, 22, who
Gov. Cooper issues Executive Order to improve re-entry for formerly incarcerated people
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday issued Executive Order No. 303 directing whole-of-government coordination to improve re-entry for formerly incarcerated people. The Executive Order
N.C. Cooperative Extension to offer workshop on starting a food business
Special to Iredell Free News Starting a food business requires knowing which organization regulates the type of business you want to start. This process can quickly get complicated when more
Judicial Voter Guide for 2024 primary election now available online
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The Judicial Voter Guide: 2024 Primary Election is now available online at the State Board of Elections website. The guide contains information about candidates
Micheal Wayne Williams
Micheal Wayne Williams, 48, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his home. He was born on September 18, 1975, in Iredell County to
Dr. Ronald Hubert Peeler
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye for now to a loving husband, father, and kind soul to all. Dr. Ronald Hubert Peeler, 71, went to be
I-SS piloting intensive math tutoring program
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools is piloting an intensive math tutoring program for elementary and middle schoolers this year to help all students become better problem solvers and learners. The
City of Statesville provides recycling tips for residents
Special to Iredell Free News Throughout February, which has been designated Recycling Campaign Month, the City of Statesville encourages residents to become “cart smart” about recycling and make a positive
Cool Spring Elementary student wins first place in N.C. Scholastic Visual Art Showcase
BY KARISSA MILLER Cool Spring Elementary fifth-grader Nora Boots was recently named the first-place winner of the North Carolina Scholastic Visual Art Showcase in mixed media and her school won
Richard “Dick” Brady
Richard “Dick” Carlyle Brady of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Glenwood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was born December 5, 1940, in Corning, N.Y.,
City of Statesville Career Opportunities (January 26)
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
Frances Lee Anderson Steele
Frances Lee Anderson Steele, 89, of Cleveland, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at The Greens at Maple Leaf. Born on October 20, 1934, she was the daughter
Iredell Health Foundation to host International Women’s Day Breakfast on March 6
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Health Foundation will host the second annual International Women’s Day Breakfast, benefiting the Women’s Health Fund for Iredell Health System, on Wednesday, March
Troutman Parks & Recreation offers a variety of upcoming classes, events
BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Parks & Recreation Director Emily Watson and her staff have settled into their new digs next to the ESC Park entrance and are now in full
Mooresville Arts announces winners of 11th Annual Winter Juried Exhibition
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Arts received 221 submissions from 80 artists for the 11th Annual Winter Juried Exhibition. Out of the 221 entries, 71 pieces of artwork, created
Horizon Church to host annual Soup-er Bowl Sunday Soup & Chili Cookoff on February 11
Special to Iredell Free News Horizon Church will host its annual Soup-er Bowl Sunday Soup & Chili Cookoff following the 10 a.m. service on Sunday, February 11. The public is
Barbara Marie Belcher
Barbara “Bobbie” Marie Hinch Belcher, 78, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, at her son and his wife’s residence. She was born on January 1, 1946,
Ray Eugene “Gene” Foy
Ray Eugene “Gene” Foy, 91, of Stony Point, N.C., passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 19, 2024, at The Greens at Maple Leaf in Iredell County. Gene was born November 17,
Latimer Breck Alexander III
Latimer Breck Alexander III, 94, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Gordon Hospice House. Breck was born on July 23, 1929, in Baltimore, Md., before
Special Olympics Iredell County gearing up for annual Polar Plunge
Special to Iredell Free News Special Olympics Iredell County and the Statesville Recreation and Parks Department will host the annual Special Olympics Polar Plunge at the Statesville Leisure Pool on
N.C. Medicaid expansion continues to strengthen communities
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Since the state expanded who is eligible for Medicaid on December 1, 2023, some 314,101 North Carolinians have enrolled in the program and
United Way Endowment, Lonely Children’s Fund partner to serve the needs of foster children in Iredell
Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County Endowment for the Future contributed the remaining $5,706.49 to allow the DSS Lonely Children’s Fund to reach their goal
Full Bloom Film Festival to present Mamma Mia Sing-Along at Iredell Arts Council
Special to Iredell Free News The Full Bloom Film Festival, in collaboration with Theatre Statesville, will host a spectacular Mamma Mia Sing-Along event at the Iredell Arts Council on Tuesday,
America’s Best Restaurants to feature Amalfi’s Pizza
Special to Iredell Free News Local restaurant Amalfi’s Pizza will be hosting a visit from America’s Best Restaurants in early February. America’s Best Restaurants, a national media and marketing company
Suspect faces drug, weapons charges after SPD investigation
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces drug and weapons charges after the Statesville Police Department’s Special Response Team executed a search warrant at his home. The SPD announced the
Election Watch: Absentee voting underway in March 5 primary
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina’s 100 county boards of elections on Friday began sending absentee-by-mail ballots to registered voters who requested a ballot for the 2024 primary
Tommy “Barney” Franklin Barnette
Tommy “Barney” Franklin Barnette, 75, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, at his residence. He was born on April 9, 1948, in Mooresville to the late
Statesville Woman’s Club collecting personal items for My Sister’s House
Special to Iredell Free News The January meeting of the General Federation of the Woman’s Club’s was sponsored by the Arts and Culture Community Service Team. It was a fun
Sheriff: Suspect who dragged ICSO deputy with vehicle apprehended
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man who dragged an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy with his vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday has been apprehended and jailed without bond.
Sherri Ann Rich
Sherri Ann Rich, 61, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 11, 2024, with her loving family at her side. She was born April 26, 1962, in Rochester,
Author breaks silence surrounding addiction, treatment
BY DEBBIE PAGE Sam Quinones has been on the front line of reporting on illicit drugs, from his decade as a reporter and writer in Mexico to his decade at
Vincent Julian Throop
Vincent Julian “Vince” Throop left this world on January 16, 2024, while walking his beloved dog, Sadie. Vince was born in Washington, D.C., on May 19, 1950, and was the
Sarah Plyler Adams
Sarah Plyler Adams passed away on January 15, 2024, a few weeks shy of her 92nd birthday. Sarah was born February 2, 1932, to Nathan and Mary Ratledge Plyler. She