Special to Iredell Free News The Top of the Lake Rotary recently recognized Chris Carney with the Major Donor Award. This award is given to individuals who contribute an outright
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Special to Iredell Free News Beginning September 5, Iredell County Building Standards will no longer be responsible for administering and enforcing the North Carolina State Building Codes within the Town
Special to Iredell Free News Performing Arts Live Iredell’s upcoming season will feature an extraordinary display of musical ability and performances that cater to a wide range of tastes. The
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville City Council voted Monday night to sell property along Interstate 40 to a company planning to build a hotel at the site. Reversing a decision
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Sheriff’s Office personnel spent about eight hours looking for a state prisoner on Tuesday before officials called off the search. The Sheriff’s Office
FROM STAFF REPORTS An analysis of two parcels owned by the City of Statesville along Shelton Avenue concluded that the sites will not likely attract private development of a grocery
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners will consider a request to continue the county’s participation in the Lake Norman Regional Transportation Commission Tuesday night. The board will
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 17 ♦ James Robert Taylor, 34, of Mt. Holly Road, Charlotte, charged with possession of stolen property,
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Charter Academy has a new name to reflect the evolution of its focus and offerings. Iredell Charter Academy of Arts and Science will officially
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville native Will Aven filed paperwork with the Iredell County Elections Office on Monday to run for the Ward 2 seat on the town board.
FROM STAFF REPORTS Organizers of the Statesville High School Class of 1978’s upcoming 45-year reunion are trying to track down their classmates. The reunion is scheduled for 6 p.m. on
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 7 ♦ Timothy Eugene Bridges, 47, of Park Drive, Taylorsville, charged with possession of cocaine, maintaining
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 A Statesville man was fatally injured in a motorcycle crash on Friday afternoon, according to the N.C. State Highway Patrol. Tony Jason Hedrick, 52, died from his
Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County announced Saturday that it exceeded its 2022-2023 campaign goal, reaching 104 percent of the goal in the organization’s first
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JUNE 27 ♦ A boy, Lawson Wilson-Brooks Medlin, born to Michael and Alaina Medlin
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
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council has approved the annexation and highway business zoning for just over 40 acres, located between Lowe’s Home Improvement store and the 18-acre Food
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Kannapolis man who was wanted on multiple charges faces drug trafficking charges following his arrest in Iredell County. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of
FROM STAFF REPORTS With the deadline for candidate filing for numerous municipal offices throughout Iredell County and three seats on the Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education rapidly approaching,
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman ABC Board reported another record-breaking fourth quarter and fiscal year at its monthly meeting on Wednesday night. With the board’s building loan expiring at the
Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 SPD Summer Camp hosted by the Statesville Police Department offers an exciting and educational experience for kids! The camp will feature a variety
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
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College recently held a special celebration at the Huskins Library on the Statesville Campus for the long-awaited ribbon cutting of the library’s Maverick
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A record number of teens are participating in the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Teen Academy this summer During the four-week program, ICSO personnel provide the students with
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College announced that the following students made the full-time and part-time Dean’s List for the 2023 Spring Semester: Full-Time Students Albany – Sarah
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools officials have pulled more than 250 books from school libraries throughout the district in response to citizen complaints. Superintendent Jeff James told school board members
Special to Iredell Free News Carolina Caring is seeking caring, compassionate volunteers to offer loving support to patients and families and will offer free training from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Special to Iredell Free News Summertime is fun, but keeping your cool in the hot, humid weather can be more difficult for some than others. Those with diabetes actually feel
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council praised the town’s administrative staff, police and firefighters as well as volunteers, parade participants, and supportive community members for the successful Independence Day
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville on Wednesday announced the appointment of Glenn Kurfees as the fire chief of the Statesville Fire Department, effective immediately. City Manager
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Stony Point man faces felony drug charges as the result of an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the
BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell County, town and business officials, along with Empire Building Group partners, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony on the 45-acre North Fork Business Park off Murdock Road
Special to Iredell Free News Tickets are now available for Rescue Ranch’s Boots, Buckles & Bourbon presented by Outback Steakhouse dinner. The event is scheduled for Saturday, August 26, from
Special to Iredell Free News The Second Annual Abby Winthrop SMART Girls Leadership Camp will be held on July 17-21 on the Statesville campus of Mitchell Community College. The camp
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is continuing to investigate a shooting at the Nimbus 9 Lounge that occurred last month. SPD officers responded to the establishment, which is