Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Students in early elementary grades in North Carolina public schools made strong gains in their literacy skills during the 2022-2023 school year, according
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FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville Police Department officer has been arrested and terminated after investigators found child pornography on his personal cell phone, Police Chief Ron Campurciani said Wednesday. The
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office held its eighth annual Teen Academy graduation ceremony Tuesday night at the NC Cooperative Extension Office. About 30 teens completed the four-week
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Registered voters who do not have an acceptable identification card for voting in North Carolina can now go to their county board of elections
BY DEBBIE PAGE Over 500 community members mingled at ESC Park at the annual National Night Out event, hosted by the Troutman Police Department, on Tuesday night. Attendees enjoyed free
FROM STAFF REPORTS A former Iredell County Sheriff’s Office sergeant was sentenced to 60 days in jail for using excessive force against an inmate during an incident at the Iredell
Editor’s Note: This is the second part of a series of columns about this mysterious death of Lula Cree Overcash Westmoreland. Read the first part HERE. BY SHELLIE TAYLOR Last
Special to Iredell Free News Rock the Park, sponsored by Randy Marion Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, returns Friday at Liberty Park in Mooresville. The Entertainers will take the stage from 6
Special to Iredell Free News United Way of Iredell County, Piedmont HealthCare, Iredell Health System, and Iredell Rescue Squad have formed a strategic partnership aimed at addressing a critical need
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident faces a felony assault charge following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Brady
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 1 ♦ Bryson Javeon Goodlett, 22, of Clover Street, Mooresville, charged with possession with intent to sell
Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series resumes in Downtown Statesville on Friday, August 4, with the Southern rock sounds of Dani
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The North Carolina Rate Bureau has requested a 50.6 percent statewide average rate increase for dwelling policies. The Rate Bureau represents the insurance companies
Special to Iredell Free News Facing new health challenges can be frightening and overwhelming. And it’s normal to feel uncertain when dealing with something unfamiliar that affects your wellbeing. This
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James is crediting the quick response of volunteer firefighters for limiting the damage after a lightning strike ignited a fire at North Iredell
BY KARISSA MILLER After 30 years in public education, Iredell-Statesville Schools Assistant Superintendent Boen Nutting will officially retire from her position on Tuesday. “I just decided it’s time. I’m ready
BY JAIME GATTON When you have a hankering for ribs, does your mind automatically think Mexican restaurant? No? Well, allow me to open (and maybe blow) some minds … Burritos
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 21 ♦ Justin Marquise Johnson, 31, of Duck Creek Road, Troutman, charged with larceny and misdemeanor
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON As commander of the 98th Space Range Squadron Delta 11 of the U.S. Space Force, Lt. Col. Matt Bejcek works to protect and defend American interests in
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 Iredell Free News Mark Reddick has been hired as the Mooresville Graded School District’s director of school safety. Reddick has more than 20 years of law enforcement experience
BY KARISSA MILLER The sun was shining brightly in the sky as Catelyn Clark’s rocket was positioned on one of three launchpads in the parking lot of Career Academy and
Special to Iredell Free News The inaugural Mooresville Fondo charity bike ride will take place on September 9, as part of the ongoing celebrations for Mooresville’s 150th anniversary. With a
The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County officials broke ground Friday morning on Jennings Park, which will include soccer fields, a walking trail, pickle ball courts, an all-inclusive playground and other amenities.
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Harmony woman who was wanted on several felony charges, including attempted murder, was apprehended by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the
BY DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District officials, Iredell County leaders and special guests cut a ceremonial ribbon on Thursday to officially open MGSD’s Selma Burke Middle School. MGSD Board
Special to Iredell Free News Registration is underway for the 20th Annual Laura Laws Memorial Golf Tournament at the Statesville Country Club. The tournament, which is scheduled for Thursday, September
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JULY 11 A boy, YuVon Elliott Wilds, born to Elliott and Michelle Wilds of Woodleaf.
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau hosted the second annual Celebrate Statesville Tourism Summit on Wednesday. The event highlighted the impact of tourism on the local economy
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell was sworn in as president of the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association for 20023-2024 at the 101st Annual Business Conference in
BY DEBBIE PAGE Fourteen participants completed the innovative PhytoRX program at FeedNC on Wednesday During the course of the free, six-week program, participants learned to use nutritious food as disease
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Community Outreach Association is seeking the community’s support to help stock its food pantry. On Wednesday, July 26, the nonprofit was forced to temporarily
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Emergency Communications officials are calling Jameson Whitman, a 9-year-old, and Greyson Whitman, a 7-year-old, heroes after the brothers called 911 after their mom had a
Special to Iredell Free News A little sun exposure is good for you. Your body uses it to make Vitamin D, and it can even improve your energy and mood.