IFN Staff JayLynn Morrison celebrated his 103th birthday on May 1, 2025. Morrison was born on May 1, 1922, to Madie Morrison in Statesville. His grandmother was Ellen Rankin, and
Category: News & Features
BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Police, Troutman Fire Rescue and Iredell County EMS personnel responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident on Skylar View Lane in Troutman about 9:40
IFN Staff A large crowd packed Downtown Statesville on Friday evening for the inaugural Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert of the 2025 season. Photo Gallery
Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of a vehicle involved in a school bus stop arm violation that occurred
Special to IFN Thanks to a partnership with The Kindness Closet, Iredell-Statesville Schools has received a generous donation of 12,458 hygiene products to support students experiencing homelessness. The donated items,
Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina election officials routinely update the voter registration rolls through a uniform and nondiscriminatory program that complies with state and federal laws. So far this
Special to IFN Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) on Wednesday introduced the Financial Intelligence and National Security Act (FINS Act), a bill to close a loophole in U.S. financial law exploited
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
Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 15 ♦ A boy, Levi Curtis Deaton, born to Roy and Jessica Deaton of Harmony.
Special to IFN Rev. Steve Shoemaker, who has been pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Statesville since November of 2018, is retiring. His last Sunday will be May 4. A
IFN Staff A suspect in the April 19 crash on Interstate 77 that killed two Mooresville women faces new charges as a result of the ongoing investigation by the N.C.
IFN Staff Two individuals face felony drug charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped a vehicle at the intersection of Wilkesboro Highway and Hill Dairy Road. Sheriff Darren
BY KARISSA MILLER Each summer, a handful of academically and intellectually gifted students are invited to further their studies on a college campus by attending the N.C. Governor’s School. Fourteen
Special to IFN Iredell County 4-H members recently showcased their dedication and expanding knowledge in the dairy industry, achieving significant success at the 2025 4-H State Dairy Quiz Bowl and
Special to IFN The 2025 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert series kicks off Friday, May 2, with a high-energy performance by Asheville-based Americana rock band Ashes & Arrows. The
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning Board on Monday approved Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendments regulating mini-warehouses and self-storage and for parking in front yards. The board also recommended approval
IFN Staff A suspect has been charged with stealing a motor vehicle following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Reginald Scott
Special to IFN Iredell Charter Academy of Arts and Science art instructor Mary Hart has been named a recipient of Artsonia’s 2025 Art Education Leadership Award. The award honors pioneers
Special to IFN South Iredell High School senior Mary Elizabeth Miller is one of 75 students awarded a Morehead-Cain Scholarship to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC–Chapel
Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolinians to watch out for flood-damaged vehicles when buying a car in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Bad
IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces 20 felony charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the
IFN Staff A convicted felon faces gun and drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in southern Iredell County. Sheriff Darren
Special to IFN Did you know tobacco use is the leading cause of most preventable deaths in the United States? Although the health risks are widely known, nearly 20 percent
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein spoke to the NC Sheriffs’ Association at their annual spring conference on Monday to share his appreciation for the work they do
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville Police Department Cpl. Casey Hoover was honored on Monday for the courage, resilience and commitment to duty that he displayed when he was shot in the
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON About 600 people attended the second annual Charles Fest in northern Iredell County on Saturday. Founder Kevin Robertson was pleased with the turnout and expressed his appreciation
Special to IFN In celebration of Military Appreciation Month, the Iredell County Register of Deeds Office will honor veterans and active-duty service members with a Military Appreciation Hot Dog Drive-Thru
Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held a New Member Induction Ceremony at the club’s historic clubhouse on West End Avenue. During the special ceremony, the club’s nine
BY REP. TODD CARVER While the the N.C. General Assembly was on our Easter break last week, this week is shaping up to be very busy. There are a
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Kneeling down to help others makes Michael Davidson feel tall. While sharing his own experiences as a volunteer for a laundry list of organizations, Davidson was also
BY DEBBIE PAGE During its annual budget retreat this week, the Troutman Town Council reviewed Town Finance Director Justin Mundy’s proposed budget, which was created with input from the March
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein has inducted eight North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their lifelong careers in public service. He also presented
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 16 ♦ Carl Adrian Miles, 33, of Tatum Road, Olin, charged with possession of stolen goods, possession
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
Special to IFN Opening night of the Theatre Statesville production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” is scheduled for Friday, May 2. Evening performances of the upbeat musical comedy
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Downtown Statesville Development Corporation hosted its annual Wine Walk on Saturday. Forty different businesses showcased a large selection of wines for participants to sample. Photos