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Feb
14

I-SS parents, community members express concerns about low-performing schools

BY KARISSA MILLER Parents and community members spoke out at Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting earlier this week about wanting better results at the district’s low-performing schools. Thirteen I-SS

Feb
14

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

Feb
13

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,

Feb
13

U.S. Attorney for Western District of N.C. resigns position

Special to IFN CHARLOTTE – United States Attorney Dena J. King has stepped down from her position as the Western District’s chief law enforcement officer effective. “It has been a

Feb
13

Future City Champs: Team from The Brawley School headed to D.C. for national competition

BY STACIE LETT CAIN To the list of normal middle school activities, a group of students at The Brawley School have gone beyond academics, sports and hanging out with friends

Feb
13

Mooresville Graded School District hires new CFO

Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the hiring of Jonathan Smith as the district’s new chief finance officer. For more than 20 years,

Feb
13

Experienced CPA and financial fiduciary firm relocates to Statesville

Special to IFN Don and Mary Masters, a husband-and-wife team with over 25 years of experience each in financial planning and tax strategy, have moved their firm, Masters Tax &

Feb
13

Sheriff: Mocksville woman faces felony drug, larceny charges following ICSO investigation

IFN Staff A Mocksville woman faces multiple felony charges, including larceny and drug charges, following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

Feb
12

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

Feb
12

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

Feb
12

Troutman Council agrees to waive late fee for Lifespan Services, discusses poultry, livestock rules

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council unanimously approved a request to waive a late fee for Lifespan Services at its pre-agenda meeting on Monday afternoon in an effort to

Feb
12

Annual Mooresville Day Festival planned for March 22

Special to IFN The Mooresville Day Festival will return to Downtown Mooresville on Saturday, March 22, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Now in its third year, this event brings

Feb
12

Sheriff: Mooresville man faces new drug charges after traffic stop

IFN Staff A Mooresville man who is on probation for a prior drug conviction faces new felony drug charges after being stopped for a registration violation by an Iredell County

Feb
12

Commission on the Future of N.C. Elections releases final report

Special to IFN Following 14 months of investigation, research and deliberation, the Commission on the Future of North Carolina Elections has released its final report, offering an in-depth, cross-partisan analysis

Feb
12

Horizon Church announces winners of Soup-er Bowl Sunday Soup & Chili Cook-off

Special to IFN Horizon Church, located at 316 Signal Hill Drive in Statesville, held its annual Soup-er Bowl Sunday Soup & Chili Cook-off on Sunday, February 9. Sponsors included Chili’s,

Feb
12

Nominations being accepted for 2025 North Carolina Awards

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Nominations are being accepted for the 2025 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, now through April 1. Created by the General

Feb
11

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

Feb
11

Sheriff: Suspect charged with assaulting patrol sergeant after attempted carjacking

IFN Staff A man who witnesses said attempted to carjack several motors on Interstate 77 was apprehended by a Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy with the assistance of concerned citizens.

Feb
11

I-SS Board selects construction manager for new elementary school

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education selected a construction manager at risk for a new elementary school planned for the southern end of the county during Monday’s

Feb
11

Local author to discuss life and work of renowned Mooresville artist Selma Burke

Special to IFN Author L. Melissa Smith will discuss the life of pioneering sculptor Selma Burke, who broke barriers for women in the arts, during a program at the Iredell

Feb
10

Statesville man convicted of involuntary manslaughter for providing lethal dose of fentanyl

IFN Staff  A man who provided a fatal dose of fentanyl to a Statesville resident has been sentenced to 19 to 32 months in prison by an Iredell County Superior

Feb
10

Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce to host Childcare Crisis Summit

Special to IFN The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Iredell County Partnership for Young Children, NC Child, and Iredell Economic Development, invites community business leaders to

Feb
10

Iredell County Economic Development Corporation Foundation awarded $750K grant for road improvements in Mooresville Business Park East

Special to IFN The Golden LEAF Board of Directors has awarded $750,000 to Iredell County Economic Development Corporation Foundation for the extension of Herring Industrial Boulevard in the Mooresville Business

Feb
10

Sheriff: Shooting suspect apprehended by ICSO deputies

IFN Staff A suspect in a shooting that occurred last month at the intersection of Wiggins Road and Mount Ulla Highway near Mooresville has been apprehended by Iredell County Sheriff’s

Feb
10

Iredell’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.1 percent in December

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Iredell County’s unemployment rate dipped slightly — by 0.2 percent from November — to 3.1 percent in December, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce.

Feb
10

Bella’s Heart Ball raises thousands to support Statesville teen’s nonprofit

BY KARISSA MILLER At just 15 years old, Isabella DiFiore has already developed a generous spirit. On Saturday evening, Isabella hosted the second annual Bella’s Heart Ball fundraiser at the

Feb
09

Registration still open for DACI youth alcohol and substance misuse prevention summit

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Drug Alcohol Coalition of Iredell will hold its third annual “In The Know: A Community Conversation on Substance Misuse” event on Tuesday, February 18, at the

Feb
09

Statesville Woman’s Club announces scholarship winner, makes plans for Kindness Rocks project

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its February meeting. In preparation for the “Love Your Valentine Bake Sale,” which supports the club’s beloved historic clubhouse, club member

Feb
09

Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 Signing Bonus)

The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,

Feb
09

ICSO Felony Arrests: January 31 – February 6

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 31 ♦ Kasey Allen Randol, 34, of Rita Drive, Statesville, charged with felony probation violation. FEBRUARY 1

Feb
09

N.C. Insurance commissioner fines UnitedHealthcare $3.4 million for violations

Special to IFN RALEIGH — N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has fined UnitedHealthcare of North Carolina Inc. and its affiliate UnitedHealthcare Insurance Co. $3.4 million following a four-year investigation of the

Feb
09

Photo Gallery: Tilley’s Dance Academy presents Winter Showcase

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Tilley’s Dance Academy held its 2025 Winter Showcase Saturday night at Mac Gray Auditorium. The show featured a mix of old and new songs and all ages

Feb
08

Photo Gallery: 2025 Statesville Comic Con

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Hundreds of people dressed as superheroes, villains, anime, furries, and other fictional characters attended the 2025 Statesville Comic Con at the Statesville Civic Center on Saturday. Along

Feb
08

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

Feb
08

Winter Retreat: Iredell commissioners begin planning for 2025-2026

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners held its winter planning retreat on Thursday to define their priorities for fiscal year 2025-2026. Growth in Iredell County continues to

Feb
08

Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont’s 3rd Annual Pancake Day set for April 3

Special to IFN The Boys & Girls Club of Piedmont (BGCP) has scheduled the 3rd Annual Randy Marion Pancake Day – Iredell’s Happiest Day for Thursday, April 3. The event

Feb
08

Theatre Statesville to present ‘The Miracle Worker’

Special to IFN Tickets are now available for the upcoming Theatre Statesville production of “The Miracle Worker,” based on the true story of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, in the

Feb
08

N.C. medical debt relief initiative approved for another year

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has received approval from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services to continue the Healthcare Access and

Feb
08

Mack Molding announces promotion, new hire at Statesville plant

Special to IFN Mack Molding has announced several key leadership promotions and new hires within its Southern Division, including its Statesville location, reinforcing the company’s commitment to operational excellence, innovation,

Feb
07

Photo Gallery: Statesville Dance and Performing Arts presents Competition Team Showcase

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville Dance and Performing Arts held its third annual Competition Team Showcase on Friday night at Mac Gray Auditorium. Dancers opened to a montage of Prince’s music

Feb
07

City of Statesville Career Opportunities (February 7)

The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or

Feb
07

NCDHHS improves access to mental health and substance-use care for justice-involved individuals

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Friday announced more than $11 million in funding to community-based diversion programs and re-entry services that strengthen

Feb
07

South Iredell High School selected as state winner in Samsung’s National STEM Competition

Special to IFN South Iredell High School was selected as the state winner for North Carolina in Samsung’s National STEM Competition. State winners are awarded a $12,000 Samsung technology prize

Feb
07

Iredell Homelessness Collaborative shares needs, successes and upcoming events

BY DEBBIE PAGE During the recent meeting of the Iredell Homeless Collaborative meeting, Pam Navey thanked David Nolen and the Fifth Street Ministries team for their efforts during a recent

Feb
07

Iredell Arts Council to feature work of Calvo in upcoming exhibit

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council invites the community to attend the opening reception for a show featuring the artwork of local Panamanian-American artist Rogelio Calvo. This opening is scheduled

Feb
06

N.C. attorney general investigating PowerSchool over data breach

Special to IFN RALEIGH – N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson on Thursday announced that he is investigating the recent PowerSchool data breach that impacted more than 62.4 million current and

Feb
06

Morgan announces candidacy in Statesville mayoral race

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Former city council member William Morgan is the first official candidate in the 2025 Statesville mayoral election. Morgan, who served on council from 2013-2022, announced his candidacy

Feb
06

4th Annual Chocolate Stroll set for February 8 in Downtown Statesville

Special to IFN The Downtown Statesville community will be filled with chocolate lovers on Saturday, February 8, with the highly anticipated return of the 4th Annual Chocolate Stroll. More than

Feb
06

MPD accepting applications for 2025 Citizens Police Academy

Special to IFN The Mooresville Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy is a 12-week program designed to provide participants with an informative look at the operations of their local police department.

Feb
06

City of Statesville preparing to begin $23.2 million waterline replacement project

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is launching a major infrastructure improvement project to replace approximately 5.7 miles of aging waterlines. Originally installed in the 1940s, these cast iron

Feb
06

Consolidated Data Report shows decrease in violence, dropouts in N.C. public schools

Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina public school units reported decreases in school violence and high school dropouts in the 2023-2024 academic year, according to the annual Consolidated Data