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Category: News & Features

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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Sheriff: Hamptonville man arrested on drug charges at motor vehicle checkpoint

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Hamptonville man faces drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies found methamphetamine in his vehicle during a motor vehicle checkpoint. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

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The Outdoor Learning Center at Allison Woods Brings Avian Ambassadors and Outdoor Discovery to local schools

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Outdoor Learning Center at Allison Woods, Iredell County’s first environmental education center established in 1993, expanded its reach this past year by bringing two of its

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Actualize Women’s Leadership Conference returns to Statesville on March 20

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Women leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across the region will gather at the Statesville Event Center on March 20 for the 4th Annual Actualize Women’s Leadership Conference,

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Gov. Stein, legislative leaders announce formation of Blue Ribbon Commission on Public Education

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

MGSD superintendent among 28 appointees to statewide commission Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein, President Pro Tem Phil Berger, and Speaker of the House Destin Hall on Tuesday announced the

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Milton earns prestigious Chief EMS Officer designation

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County EMS Deputy Director Robby Milton has earned the professional designation of Chief EMS Officer (CEMSO), which is awarded by the Commission on Professional Credentialing. Milton

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Troutman Council to request NCDOT approval of reduced speed limit on Main Street

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Plans for Town Hall and library expansions also presented at pre-agenda meeting BY DEBBIE PAGE During its agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, the Troutman Town Council voted on several issues,

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Sheriff: Mooresville man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Mooresville man who is on probation for a felony firearms faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a traffic

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Lucern Capital Partners acquires Marathea Plaza in Mooresville

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Lucern Capital Partners, a multi-tenant commercial real estate investment firm, on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Marathea Plaza, a neighborhood retail center at 2785 Charlotte Highway in

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Overturned dump truck causes traffic issues in Troutman (Photos)

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue, Iredell County EMS and Troutman police responded to an overturned dump truck on South Main Street in Troutman about 12:13 p.m. Tuesday. Firefighters removed

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Mooresville Arts announces winners of 22nd Annual Youth Art Show

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mooresville Arts on Monday announced the results of its 22nd Annual Youth Art Show. A total of 116 young artists entered this year’s show, submitting artwork ranging

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Sheriff: Fugitive faces new charges after ICSO investigation

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident who is wanted on charges in Virginia faces new charges following her arrest over the weekend. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of  Kimberly

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Business North Carolina ranks Iredell Memorial Hospital among best in North Carolina

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again been placed in the top 25 best hospitals in the state by Business North Carolina. Business North Carolina hospital rankings are

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Gov. Stein proposes $1.4 billion critical needs budget 

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Monday called on the N.C. General Assembly to fast-track a $1.4 billion Critical Needs Budget focused on addressing the state’s most

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Sheriff: Harmony man faces felony drug charges after ICSO investigation

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Harmony man faces multiple charges following a narcotics investigation conducted by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County hosts inaugural flag raising ceremony at S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County held a meaningful first flag raising ceremony on March 6 at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville to

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Troutman Council sets goals, creates vision for town in day-long brainstorming session

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council and staff began the second day of its strategic planning retreat by brainstorming about the town’s needs and developing a vision for the

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Statesville Police Department to host Prescription Drug Take Back Day event on April 25

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department will participate in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25. The event will be held from 10 a.m.

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 New Hire Bonus)

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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MGSD Board increases fees, dips into reserves to balance budget for 2026-2027

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education unanimously passed the 2026-2027 local current expense and capital outlay budget presented by Chief Finance Officer Angela Davis on

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Troutman Fire Rescue personnel extinguish vehicle fire (Photos)

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue personnel were alerted by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy of a vehicle on fire close to a structure on Oswalt Amity Road about

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ICSO Felony Arrests: February 26 – March 5

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 26 ♦ Torrance Jermaine Carter, 37, of Walnut Street, Mooresville, charged with possession of methamphetamine and a

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Photo Gallery: 14th Annual Sprint into Spring 5K/10K

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Some 196 participants in the Town of Troutman’s 14th Annual Sprint into Spring 5K/10K navigated a new course winding through quiet neighborhoods on Saturday morning. The Sprint into Spring

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