Special to IFN Tickets are now available for the annual Wine Walk in Downtown Statesville. The rain-or-shine event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25. All activities are indoors. A free
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Special to IFN Lake Norman Lucky Cats has acquired a game-changing new piece of equipment: a sleek new transport van. This vital addition to the organization’s operations, dubbed the “Catmobile,”
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Historic percentages of North Carolina public school students are enrolling and succeeding in college-level courses while still in high school, according to new data presented
Iredell-Statesville Schools hosts EC Prom BY KARISSA MILLER The Unity Center shimmered with sequins, smiles and star power Wednesday afternoon as Iredell-Statesville Schools hosted its annual Exceptional Children’s Prom.
IFN Staff A Statesville man faces multiple charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Jonathan
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Owner Tika Shah welcomed civic and business leaders to her family’s refurbished and rebranded hotel on Garner Bagnal Boulevard in Statesville on Tuesday afternoon. During an open
IFN Staff A North Iredell High School student faces a gun charge after Alexander County Schools District staff and the Taylorsville Police Department investigated an anonymous tip reported through the
Special to IFN Hope of Mooresville (HOMe) has announced the launch of its first LKN Housing Heroes Challenge, a friendly competition using peer-to-peer fundraising teams to compete for the title
Special to IFN PHC Piedmont Urology is proud to announce that Dr. Tao Cui has been recognized as a UroLift Center of Excellence, a distinction awarded to physicians who demonstrate
Pursuant to NCGS 105-322, the Iredell County Board of Equalization and Review will meet as required by law. PURPOSE OF MEETINGS To hear, upon request, any and all taxpayers who
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd of supporters attended Bella’s Heart Ball on Saturday at the Unity Center in Statesville. It was the third annual benefit for North Iredell High
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Two men who played a pivotal role in America’s early history were remembered in programs at the Iredell County Public Library in March. Randell Jones, author of
BY DEBBIE PAGE A water resources engineer from Kimley-Horn provided the Troutman Town Council with an update on water and sewer projects and offered suggestions for planning for the town’s
Special to IFN The PTSD will host a Thirsty Thursday Bike Night event in partnership with Tilley Harley-Davidson on April 16 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Statesville motorcycle
IFN Staff An eastern Iredell County resident faces several charges in connection with multiple motor vehicle break-ins following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A musical style with deep roots in this region will come to life later this spring in a building that celebrates Iredell County history. The 2026 North
Special to IFN RALEIGH – After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the federal government’s tariffs unlawful last month, N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson is calling on Congress to refund businesses and
Special to IFN Registration is now underway for the Rest-Oration Christian Women’s Conference, which will be held in Statesville on Saturday, April 25. The event will be held at Cornerstone
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Representatives of local nonprofits and businesses gathered in Mooresville on Friday for a friendly competition and to raise money for local agencies through the Love United Iredell
Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville announced on Monday that Shane LaCount has been promoted to fire chief of Mooresville Fire-Rescue, effective immediately. He succeeds Curt Deaton, who retired
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 KARISSA MILLER Families dropped into South Iredell High School last week to look over maps and voice their concerns as Iredell-Statesville Schools officials unveiled a draft plan for new
Special to IFN During National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, five child-centered agencies in Iredell and Alexander counties are working together to bring awareness to a cause at the
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 20 ♦ Keith Neil Parson, 35, of C & C Lane, Mooresville, charged with possession of cocaine,
Special to IFN The Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame has announced its next class of inductees. The Class of 2026 includes seven award-winning athletes who have had notable accomplishments
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Several hundred people gathered in Downtown Statesville on Saturday to participate in one of more than 3,300 “No Kings” demonstrations held in all 50 states. The
Special to IFN The 2nd Annual Troutman Ruritan Craft Show will be at South Iredell High School’s Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Special to IFN Statesville Dance & Performing Arts (SDPA) was awarded the prestigious Top Studio honor at last weekend’s American Dance Championships. SDPA’s 42-member Competition Team delivered an exceptional weekend of
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The inaugural Spring Fest in the Ville attracted a small crowd — and a large Easter Bunny — to Downtown Statesville on Saturday. The event, which was
Special to IFN In response to hazardous fire conditions, Statesville Fire Marshal Pete Morrison has banned burning within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling, effective immediately. This local restriction aligns
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Meeting the needs of both employers and employees isn’t an easy task. But Iredell Ready has taken up the challenge, and by most accounts, is succeeding
Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club held a new member induction ceremony at the club’s historic clubhouse on West End Avenue during the club’s March meeting. The club’s 14
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education has reviewed — but not approved — the proposed $67.5 million local current expense budget prepared by district administrators for fiscal
Special to IFN The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) invites residents and visitors to attend several community events planned for April in Downtown Mooresville. The month of fun kicks off with
BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman officials welcomed three new businesses to the downtown Wagner Street area on Thursday morning with ribbon cuttings to celebrate their arrival. The owners of Troutman Chiropractic
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Get Fit Iredell (GFI) coalition is officially starting back up this spring, with an updated program and new equipment and activities being planned to get the