Iredell Free News

1 day ago | iredellfreenews.com | Mike Fuhrman

Brent Mason Alexander Sr. of Harmony, N.C., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, at the age of 65 in Iredell County, N.C. Born on November 19, 1959, in Alexander County, N.C., Brent lived a life full of love, dedication, and faith. Brent was a one-of-a-kind individual whose passion for life was felt by everyone he met.

2 days ago | iredellfreenews.com | Mike Fuhrman

Doris Shaw Cook, 92, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 4, 1932, in Lexington, N.C., to the late Raymond and Cora Gallimore Shaw. Doris was a 1950 graduate of Mooresville Central High School. She worked in the textile industry for over 40 years, retiring at the age of 62.

2 days ago | iredellfreenews.com | Mike Fuhrman

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs that American Renaissance proposes for Federal funding for the 2025-2026 School Year. Interested persons are encouraged to review amendments to the Project and make comments concerning the implementation of special education under this Federal Program.

2 days ago | iredellfreenews.com | Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFNRALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is asking people and providers to be on alert for mpox cases following the detection of mpox particles in multiple sewage samples found through routine wastewater testing. This year there have been two cases of mpox in North Carolina and the new wastewater detections were determined to be another type, clade I, not previously found in North Carolina. These detections indicate potential undiagnosed or unreported cases.

3 days ago | iredellfreenews.com | Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFNDuke Health on Monday announced the appointment of Kristie Barazsu as president and chief operating officer for Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital, effective immediately. Barazsu will be responsible for the overall management and operational performance of the 123-bed acute-care hospital in Mooresville, working with Duke University Health System leaders to develop and implement strategies that enhance patient care and support Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital team members.