IFN Staff Five suspects felony drug charges as a result of a month-long investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. After receiving an anonymous tip related to suspected narcotics trafficking
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Special to IFN EnergyUnited has been named a Top Workplace 2025 award winner by Charlotte Magazine for the third consecutive year. The award is given based solely on employee feedback
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD In a split vote, the Statesville City Council approved the first reading of a rezoning request that will enable a developer to build 385 homes on Hill
You know that feeling when you walk past a building you’ve seen a thousand times, and suddenly there’s construction fencing and artist’s impressions plastered all over it? That’s the current
BY KEVIN IMM The West Iredell Fire Department, along with the Stony Point and Monticello fire departments and Iredell County Rescue Squad, were alerted for a report of a structure
Looking for the best crypto casino where you can enjoy a vast selection of games and generous bonuses? Betpanda stands out as a top contender with over 6,000 games and
North Carolina is making a significant move to embrace blockchain technology, signaling a growing commitment to digital innovation within the state. A new grant initiative announced this week from the
Sports betting has gone from a niche hobby to a national pastime, especially with more states legalizing and regulаting it each year. Whether you’re into NFL parlays, live streaming NBA
Special to IFN The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and the Business Advocacy Committee have released videos of candidate interviews for the 2025 Statesville Municipal Races. These sessions were moderated
William Joseph Towe, 63, of Hickory, N.C., passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Carolina Caring in Newton, N.C. He was born December 20, 1961, in Onondaga County, N.Y.,
Kimberly Michelle Mathis Ray, 59, of Lowgap, N.C., passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 16, 2025, following an extended illness. Kim was born in Grand Forks, N.D., on June 22,
Luther “L.T.” Taft Thomas Jr., 88, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. L.T. was born May 5, 1937, in
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), CHESS Health and Diamond Mind LLC have launched an initiative to provide specialized resources and services
Olivia Atchley is a statewide finalist for CTE Teacher of the Year BY KARISSA MILLER Time spent Olivia Atchley’s technological system’s classroom at West Iredell Middle School is rarely boring.
Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department is preparing to kick off the 2025 Fill the Trailer Toy Drive, a community initiative aimed at spreading holiday cheer to families in
Special to IFN Iredell Physician Network, a part of Iredell Health System, announced the opening of Iredell General Surgery on Monday. Dr. Richard A. Cheek III will begin seeing patients ages
On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the City of Statesville Customer Service Office will have a delayed opening due to mandatory staff training. The department will be open from 10 a.m.
Let’s take a tiny thought experiment for a second: imagine you’re reading a heartfelt email from a friend about something personal and meaningful. You’d likely pick up on sincerity, emotional
In recent years, Iredell County has seen a quiet but powerful transformation in how residents connect, share, and support one another. From neighborhood Facebook groups to local information hubs, digital
Statistically, the PlayStation Network has over 120 million monthly active users. Some gamers prefer exclusive games developed only for this console. According to the brand’s official website, there are 300+
IFN Staff Citing severe winds and deteriorating weather conditions, organizers of the 50th Carolina BalloonFest cut the festival short on Sunday. “The safety of our guests, pilots, volunteers, and community
Special to IFN More than 1,000 people gathered at the Catawba County Justice Center in Newton on Saturday to protest the Trump administration’s authoritarian actions and policies. The protest was
Mr. Bryant Keith Setzer, affectionately known to family and friends as “Keefie,” completed his earthly journey on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, N.C. He
Lisa Cash Davis, 58, of Troutman, N.C., peacefully passed away on October 7, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with inflammatory breast cancer.
Special to IFN Visit Mooresville, the destination marketing organization for the Town of Mooresville, has purchased two buildings on North Main Street that will become the new home of the
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
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 10 ♦ Jimmy Vernod Eaddy, 38, of Charles Street, Florence, S.C., was served with a true bill
Cannabis used to be a niche drug that people looked down on, but now that it’s legal, it’s a wellness product that anyone can buy. Across the country, establishments like
Modern buildings are more than just structures; they are complex systems that have been carefully designed to last a long time, save energy, and keep people comfortable. The search for
PHOTOS BY HALEY JONES Safety concerns related to high winds prevented Saturday afternoon’s mass ascension, but a sell-out crowd still enjoyed live music, the balloon glow and the drone show
Cynthia Ellen Harris Johnson, 76, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Cynthia was born on April 27, 1949, to the late Clyde
Rita Lawrence Price, 82, of Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 16, 2025, at her home. She was born in Rock, W.Va., to Ryan Lawrence Sr. and Ruby Pettrey
William “Alex” Walker ♦ Age: 39 ♦ Address: 200 Feimster Street, Statesville ♦ Education: West Iredell High; East Carolina University ♦ Professional Background: 19 years as an Insurance and Risk
John Staford Age: 66 Address: 603 Walnut Street, Statesville Education: Drafting, Design, Architecture, Real estate law, Contract law, Accounting. Graduated summa cum laude at the School of Hard Knocks Professional Background:
Tip Nicholson ♦ Age: 71 ♦ Address: 610 Glendale Drive, Statesville ♦ Education: BS in Criminal Justice University of North Carolina Charlotte; Masters of Education in Counseling East Carolina University
Shelton Moore Address: 742 Ferndale Drive, Statesville Education: BS Business Management/ASS Human Services Professional Background: Program Director Elected experience: None Volunteer/community service experience: 19 years various capacities: Statesville Human Relations