Special to IFN FAA investigators have arrived at Statesville Regional Airport to investigate a deadly jet crash that occurred this morning. At approximately 10:15 a.m., an aircraft crashed while landing

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is rolling out a series of department and facility name updates that more clearly reflect the work its teams have been doing for

Special to IFN James Lee Mixson III recently announced his candidacy for re-election to the office of Iredell County Clerk of Superior Court, reaffirming his commitment to a fair, accessible

Special to IFN Brides, grooms, and couples planning their big day are encouraged to save the date for one of North Carolina’s longest-running wedding showcases, the 2026 City of Statesville

BY BRITTANI CRAMER-JONES The holidays are always a special time to engage in family activities. It’s the time of year to pick pumpkins at the local pumpkin patch, eat too

Special to IFN FeedNC, a Mooresville-based nonprofit, has launched a first-of-its-kind Emergency Epinephrine Initiative to make its free community dining center safer for families and individuals with food allergies. As

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the first pediatric flu-related death for the 2025-2026 flu season. A child in the western region

BY KARISSA MILLER Local high school students recently participated in the 2025 North Carolina Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Northwest Regional Leadership Conference at Mitchell Community College. The event

Special to IFN Local balloon pilots donated more than 2.5 tons of food to Iredell Christian Ministries this week thanks to the support of the community during last weekend’s drive-thru

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library has received a service innovation award from the N.C. Public Library Director’s Association for its Book Box service, an engaging program created

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Statesville City Council on Monday approved an economic incentive of $219,115 for a manufacturing company planning to expand its local facility. The grant for GMS Fabrication Inc.

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department has concluded that a shooting incident that occurred over the weekend at Meadowlark Glen Apartments was gang related. The MPD received several phone calls from concerned

A few years ago, the idea of making extra money outside a traditional job still felt uncertain. Today, people in Iredell County are finding ways to turn hobbies and everyday

IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident faces a felony gun charge after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office for displaying a fake license plate. Sheriff Darren Campbell

Special to IFN Full Bloom Film Festival invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with a special screening of the beloved Christmas classic “Elf” on Tuesday, December 16, from

IFN Staff After being found guilty by a jury of six felony charges related to a deadly crash near Statesville, Austin Ray Harmon was sentenced to a minimum of 20

BY DEBBIE PAGE Participants in the Town of Troutman’s annual Jingle Run 5K did not let the bitter temperatures and wind affect their holiday spirit on Sunday afternoon as they

Special to IFN Retired school administrator Boen Nutting has filed to run for the District 5 seat on the Iredell–Statesville Schools Board of Education. A 30-year advocate for public education

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Frigid temperatures didn’t prevent the crowd from enjoying the 2025 Statesville Christmas Parade on Sunday afternoon. Spectators bundled up in thick coats and pajamas. Many brought blankets,

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

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Ruritan Club held its first annual Wreaths Across America ceremony to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and their families, and teach the next

IFN Staff The deadline for candidates to file to run in local and state elections in 2026 is Friday, December 19. Several local races, including two seats in the N.C.

North Carolina General Statute 105-308 requires every person who owns any taxable property to list the property with the Assessor during the annual listing period. NCGS 105-307 provides that listings

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 5 ♦ Pedro Aguirre Jr., 28, of Craft Lane, Statesville, charged with three counts of statutory rape

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Local balloonists hosted their annual drive-thru event at the Statesville Soccer Complex on Saturday. Photo Gallery

By DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District school officials and staff held their annual legislative breakfast on Friday morning with representatives of the Town of Mooresville and Iredell County, and

BY DEBBIE PAGE After the Troutman Town Council concluded its December business on Thursday, Felina Harris, George Harris and Tonya Bartlett were sworn in and officially began their four year

BY KEVIN IMM The Harmony Volunteer Fire Department conducted a live burn training on Saturday morning at a donated home off Harmony Highway. Personnel from Yadkinville, Lone Hickory, Sheffield-Calahaln, County

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD When he moved to Statesville 10 years ago, James Poston was told his new home was a welcoming place for veterans. “I was told Statesville loves veterans,”

IFN Staff A jury began deliberations on Friday afternoon following closing arguments in the Iredell County Superior Court trial of Austin Ray Harmon. Harmon, 26, faces six felony charges and

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare and Iredell Health System reached an important milestone recently with completion of the 200th ION robotic bronchoscopy performed at Iredell Memorial Hospital. This achievement marks

BY KEVIN IMM The Iredell County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10 held its annual Cops & Kids program at the Statesville Walmart on Thursday evening. Sixty-two children were taken

Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Friday notified the public of a scam involving the use of the Sheriff’s Office youth athletic program information. A flyer and

Special to IFN RALEIGH — A report issued this week by Gov. Stein’s Advisory Council for Student Safety & Well-Being, which was formed in April 2025, is reporting early success stories

IFN Staff A man who was traveling on Fort Dobbs Road behind Austin Ray Harmon on the evening of June 13, 2022, when Harmon’s Honda Accord crashed into a golf

Special to IFN Sawyer Insurance continued its longtime sponsorship of Mooresville High School football and celebrated the Blue Devils’ successful 2025 season. In partnership with the Mooresville High School Athletic

IFN Staff A registered sex offender faces a new criminal charge following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Brittain Lee Nichols,

BY KARISSA MILLER Executive Director of Accountability, Testing and Student Information Laura Elliot presented proposals for 2026-27 and 2027-2028 school calendars for the traditional schools, early colleges and N.B. Mills

Special to IFN You don’t need a diagnosis to make a decision. Do you have an advance directive? Advance directive is an umbrella term used to describe how someone wants

IFN Staff Defense attorneys worked on Wednesday to raise questions about the sufficiency of the state’s evidence and the accuracy of witness testimony presented in the Iredell County Superior Court

BY DEBBIE PAGE During their agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, Troutman Town Council members welcomed Town Manager Justin Longino on his first day of work as he steps back into

IFN Staff Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced this week that he will seek a fourth term in office. Campbell filed his campaign paperwork with the Iredell County Board of

BY DEBBIE PAGE Next year will be a year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and Iredell County’s America 250 education committee is

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has received funding for the 2026 Low Income Home and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) from federal partners.

IFN Staff A member of the N.C. State Highway Patrol Collision Reconstruction Unit testified on Tuesday that his analysis of the scene of a deadly collision near Statesville did not

Special to IFN Statesville FC, the community’s new National Premier Soccer League team, will hold its first open tryouts this weekend. Tryouts will begin Friday evening, continuing on Saturday morning

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has a new chairman and vice chairman. During Monday’s meeting, board members elected Kevin Angell, who represents District 2, as chair

IFN Staff Iredell County Board of Commissioners Chairman Bert Connolly announced on Monday that he will seek re-election in 2026. “Over the past three years, I have had the privilege

IFN Staff An eastern Iredell County resident faces four felony charges related to the sexual abuse of a child following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren

Special to IFN Mac Gray Auditorium was transformed into a winter wonderland over the weekend as Statesville Dance proudly presented its 5th Annual ‘Tis The Season Christmas Show. The auditorium

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare on Monday announced the appointment of Jake Clary as director of operations. Clary has worked for Piedmont HealthCare since 2021, serving as office manager for