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Special to IFN May marks National Foster Care Month, a time to recognize the crucial role that foster families play in the lives of children in need of care and stability.

Special to IFN FeedNC recently received a $75,000 grant from a long-time community partner, the Trane Technologies Charitable Foundation. This funding will support the growth of the organization’s vital community

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College celebrated the achievements of over 100 graduates from its High School Equivalency (HSE) program on May 15 during a heartfelt commencement ceremony held on

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College proudly celebrated the accomplishments of 60 graduates from its Associate Degree Nursing Program during a pinning ceremony held on May 14. The pinning ceremony,

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department is investigating an incident that occurred in the area of Lookout Point Place in which two groups exchanged gunfire. No injuries were reported. Officers

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Members of the Class of 2025 of the Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame were humbled and honored to be recognized during Monday’s induction ceremony at the

IFN Staff  A Massachusetts man faces gun and drug charges after being stopped on Interstate 77 by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Jerome

Special to IFN Team Penske, drivers Joey Logano and Ryan Blaney, and members of the No. 12 and No. 22 NASCAR Cup Series teams were honored by Mooresville Mayor Chris

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is kicking off a new citywide school supply drive to help students start the 2025–2026 school year with confidence! From June 2 through

Special to IFN Welcoming a new baby can be one of the most exciting — and most terrifying — moments of people’s lives. Pharos Parenting, a local parenting resource center,

BY KARISSA MILLER Hundreds of parents and community members gathered on the lawn at N.B. Mills Elementary around lunchtime on Friday to hear music, student and teacher reflections, and comments

Special to IFN It was a weekend to remember as Statesville Dance & Performing Arts celebrated its 5th Annual Recital and fifth year in business with a high-energy, neon-filled production:

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 17 ♦ Ismael Vasquez, 33, of Hemphill Street, Charlotte, charged with soliciting by computer. APRIL 18 ♦ Phillip

IFN Staff About 100 Cool Spring High School graduates gathered on Saturday, May 10, to celebrate the 68th Cool Spring Alumni Reunion. The banquet was held in the Cool Spring

BY REP. TODD CARVER This work in the the N.C. House of Representatives has turned to the budget process. Before I say where we are, let me tell you about

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD If anyone has learned the value of community support in the last few months, it’s the folks who call Ashe County home. After flooding from Hurricane Helene

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 8 ♦ Shamar Traquan McCrea, 25, of Fairway Forest Drive, Winston-Salem, charged with possession with intent to

Special to IFN Iredell County Parks & Recreation invites the community to participate in two family-friendly events: County Campout May 23-24 Details: Start your summer with an unforgettable overnight camping

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,

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Labor (NCDOL) has launched a new public awareness website to support implementation of human trafficking prevention laws in the lodging and

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College honored over 400 graduates of associate degree, diploma and certificate programs during the annual commencement exercises held on May 17 at the Mooresville Performing

IFN Staff Court Street was filled with people enjoying live music, art, food and community on Saturday evening as the Iredell Arts Council hosted a free street concert in Downtown

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Graduates of the Collaborative College for Technology and Leadership walked across the stage on the Circle at Mitchell Community College on Friday afternoon to a chorus of

BY DEBBIE PAGE Crossroads Arts and Science Early College Principal Alicia Eller praised the Class of 2025 at the school’s commencement ceremony on Friday afternoon, congratulating them on earning just

BY KARISSA MILLER The Class of 2025 at the Agriculture and Science Early College marched in to Pomp and Circumstance from behind a lush backdrop of trees that overlooked a

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Walk of Heroes, 300 flags strong, is now waving along Troutman’s Richardson Greenway to celebrate Armed Services Day on Saturday, May 17, and will remain through

Special to IFN The Statesville ABC Board is soliciting proposals for funding from community organizations involved in substance abuse. Each year, by North Carolina law, the ABC Board in Statesville

Special to IFN Stacey Bedingfield has been hired by Iredell Health System as director of Food Service. Bedingfield has more than 25 years of experience in the industry, including team

BY JOE HUDSON I was on the front porch when you drove by and I waved, thinking the birth of a rare Malayan tapir calf — a strange looking short-necked

IFN Staff A Utah man was killed in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 77 near Troutman early Friday morning. N.C. State Highway Patrol troopers responded to a report of a

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education voted to maintain its supplemental tax rate for 2025-2026 at 15.5 cents per $100 valuation during its meeting on

Special to IFN  More than 150 people, including 37 veterans, attended the Community Day of Appreciation hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont on Saturday, May 10.

IFN Staff A Harmony was arrested on Friday morning in connection with the shooting death of his wife after he called 911 and confessed to killing her. Iredell County Sheriff

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 28 ♦ A girl, Charlie Jade Scott, born to Charles and Kacie Scott of Taylorsville.

IFN Staff Two suspects face charges in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the Red Roof Inn in Statesville on Wednesday. Statesville police officers responded to the hotel,

BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville High School International Baccalaureate (IB) student Jaziya Mull, 17, has an infectious positivity and is well known on campus. She’s been making positive impressions at the

Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Eric Babbitt as the district’s director of school safety and wellness. Babbitt comes to

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Two Iredell County residents have been arrested in connection with an insurance fraud scheme following an investigation by the N.C. Department of Insurance. Insurance Commissioner

IFN Staff A Statesville woman faces felony drug charges as a result of a traffic stop conducted by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) is preparing to administer the new Transportation Commerce Tax later this year. The tax will apply to ride services

Special to IFN Statesville native Kasi Mitchell Douthit has joined the staff at Nicholson Funeral Home as a funeral director. A graduate of North Iredell High School, she earned her

BY DEBBIE PAGE The community is invited to the third annual Walk of Heroes Flag Installation Ceremony on Friday, May 16, at 10 a.m. The event will begin with the

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department’s Traffic Division has been presented the 2024 MADD Award of Excellence for Agency of the Year. This prestigious award was presented during the

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Three empty seats stood at the front of the room in Mooresville Town Hall on Tuesday morning in recognition of the ultimate sacrifice made by three

BY KAREN VAN VLIET In response to Rep. Todd Carver’s recent column, the N.C. General Assembly has taken a misguided step with HB 636, “Promoting Wholesome Content for Students” Act,

Special to IFN Dr. Anthony Elkins was recently awarded fellowship of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians at the 62nd annual ACOFP national convention in Palm Springs, Calif. The

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The overall North Carolina tourism economy continued to thrive in 2024 despite the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Travelers spent more than $36.7 billion on

BY DEBBIE PAGE Dozens of kids squealed and laughed as they maneuvered around the model village, complete with stop lights and traffic signs, during the third annual Community Bike Ride

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education welcomed back a familiar face on Monday night. Cindy Haynes, a former board member, was sworn in as the District 3

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools assistant principals Dina Spataro and Stephanie Harris recently completed the Future Ready Leadership (FRL) program. FRL is a year-long leadership development program for practicing assistant

Special to IFN As part of its year-round film programming, the Full Bloom Film Festival will present a special screening of the cult classic “Harold and Maude” on Tuesday, May