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Category: News & Features

Mooresville Town Board to reconsider rezoning request for revised Brentwood development

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Mooresville Town Board approved a waiver this week to allow the developer of the Brentwood Phase 5 project to reapply for a rezoning. An earlier

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I-SS announces plans for redistricting open houses

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools on Thursday announced plans for a series redistricting open houses. With the opening of Weathers Creek High School and Parkertown Elementary School on the horizon,

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Birth Announcements: March 2-17

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 2 ♦ A boy, Callum Maverick Butler, born to Colton and Hannah Butler of Huntersville.

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Gov. Stein calls on lawmakers to approve raises for law enforcement officers

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN CHARLOTTE — Gov. Josh Stein joined law enforcement officials at Central Piedmont Community College on Thursday to highlight the urgent need to fund public safety priorities included

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Well Crafted series returns to Iredell Arts Council on March 26

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council invites the community to the next installment of its Well Crafted series, an intimate evening of music and conversation set inside the historic

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N.C. House exploring ways to limit property tax rate increases

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — N.C. House Speaker Destin Hall announced Wednesday that the House is actively exploring a state constitutional amendment on property tax levy limits. The House Select

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Statesville Council denies rezoning request for 70-home development off Japul Road

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville City Council voted unanimously on Monday to deny a request to rezone some 28 acres for a 70-unit single-family housing development, citing concerns about one

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Spring Art Crawl set for Saturday in Downtown Statesville

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN More than 40 downtown businesses have signed on to participate in Saturday’s Spring Art Crawl in Downtown Statesville, transforming shops, galleries, and storefronts into pop-up art spaces

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Moody’s upgrades Town of Mooresville’s rating on utility revenue bonds

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville’s Water and Sewer Enterprise’s Revenue rating was recently upgraded from Aa2 to Aa1 by Moody’s Ratings (Moody’s). The upgrade reflects that the utility

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I-SS Board fails to fill District 2 seat; members question whether GOP executive committee followed state law when selecting nominee

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members clashed on Monday over the selection of a permanent chair, delays in filling the vacant District 2 seat on the board

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TPD: Student charged with disorderly conduct after South Iredell High School was placed in lockdown

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A South Iredell High School student was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct in connection with an incident that led to the school being placed on lockdown on

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Statesville City Council approves purchase of Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont facility

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville City Council on Monday approved the purchase of the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont facility located at 1001 Cochran Street during its March

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Town of Troutman accepting applications for positions on town boards

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

The Town of Troutman has openings on three town boards: Town of Troutman Board of Adjustment Voluntary Appointed Position-$0.00 Annually Position: Alternate (ETJ) Term Length: 2 Years Overview & Purpose: The Board of Adjustment

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Health Beat: How to thrive in menopause

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Dr. Rachel DiSanto, board-certified family medicine physician and Iredell Physician Network medical director, tackles the tough questions surrounding the dreaded “M” word — menopause. From symptoms to

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Troopers: Morganton man killed in crash on Interstate 40 in eastern Iredell County

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The N.C. State Highway Patrol has identified the individual who was fatally injured Monday morning in a crash on Interstate 40 in Iredell County. Troopers responded to the

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SPD: Investigation leads to seizure of cocaine and fentanyl; two suspects face drug trafficking charges

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two men face drug trafficking charges following a two-month investigation into the sale and distribution of cocaine in East Statesville by the Statesville Police Department. The SPD announced

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HEARTS to present 5th Annual Irish Connections event at Historic Sharpe House in Statesville

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The HEARTS Collaborative will holds its fifth annual Irish Connections event, “HEARTS Irish Connections ‘26: A Sharpe Focus,” from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 21.

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NCDHHS: Statewide mental health bed registry connects people in crisis to care

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has announced major updates to the statewide online mental health bed registry that will reduce wait times and

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Chief Deaton retiring after 30 years of service to Mooresville Fire-Rescue

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Thirty years ago, Curt Deaton stepped into Mooresville Fire-Rescue Station No. 1 as a full-time firefighter. On March 27, he retires following a distinguished career after serving

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Sheriff: Taylorsville man charged with intentionally setting fire at Pilot Travel Center

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff An Alexander County man has been charged with arson in connection with a fire at the Pilot Travel Center near Troutman following an investigation by the Iredell County

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Photo Gallery: 2026 Shamrocks & Shenanigans festival

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY BRUCE MATLOCK Downtown Mooresville was awash in green on Saturday afternoon for the annual Shamrocks & Shenanigans street festival. Photo Gallery

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Troutman Council denies rezoning request for Home Run Market 

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Community members packed the Troutman Town Hall on Thursday night to express their concerns about a proposed Home Run Market planned for a 4.5-acre tract at the

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2026 HealthReach Heroes Luncheon set for April 28

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Cathy Bessant, chief executive officer of Foundation for the Carolinas, will be the featured speaker at the 2026 HealthReach Heroes Luncheon on April 28 in downtown Mooresville.

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Statesville firefighters battle blaze at Salisbury Road business

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Statesville Fire Department personnel were alerted for a structure fire on Salisbury Road at 8:41 p.m. on Saturday. Statesville Engine 3 was first on scene with heavy

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ICSO Felony Arrests: March 6-14

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 6 ♦ Vernisha Le Aira Camp, 37, of Phillips Lane, Statesville, charged with manufacture Mdpv, maintaining a

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (March 14)

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Local financial advisor qualifies for Edward Jones recognition conference

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Edward Jones Financial Advisor Brian Sohovich of Statesville recently qualified for the firm’s Impact conference, which celebrates the contributions and achievements of 445 top financial advisors from

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Cub Scout Pack #173 announces winners of annual Pinewood Derby

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Cub Scout Pack #173 recently held its annual Pinewood Derby Race at Coddle Creek Elementary School. The Scouts raced the cars that they built from kits on

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SPD Felony Arrests: February 24 – March 9

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 24 ♦ Marcellus Anquan Steele, 24, of Craige Street, Salisbury, charged with attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon,

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Rainbow Kidz to host free community workshop devoted to supporting grieving children and families

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County’s Rainbow Kidz program will host a free community workshop titled “Here for You: Building a Compassionate Community for Grieving Children

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MPD Felony Arrests: February 18-28

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 18 ♦ Anthony Benjamin Church, 51, of Spring Lake Drive, Charlotte, charged with habitual impaired driving and 46

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Farmer presented 2026 Uplift Woman of the Year Award by Iredell Health Foundation

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN When you meet Callie Farmer, you encounter a woman whose life story is a testament to the transformative power of resilience and compassion. Her journey is not

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Signing Day: Four West Iredell High seniors enlist in U.S. Army

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Four members of the West Iredell High School Junior ROTC took a major step toward their futures recently by formally committing to serve in the U.S. Army.

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Social Awakening founder shares empowering message with Pine Lake Prep students

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

  Special to IFN Pine Lake Prep students in grades 6-9 recently had the unique opportunity to hear an eye-opening message about how technology and social media are intentionally designed

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Public Notice: Town of Troutman

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

The Town of Troutman Regularly Scheduled Planning and Zoning Board meeting of March 23, 2026, is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next Planning and Zoning Board

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Bosser: Iredell County well positioned for continued growth

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE During the Town of Troutman’s recent strategic planning retreat, Iredell Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Jenn Bosser provided town and elected officials with an update on

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