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BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Oakwood IB Middle School students are learning how to make a difference in their community. Each grade level put service into action on Wednesday by welcoming community
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces 18 felony charges in connection with the possession of child sexual exploitation material following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD
Special to Iredell Free News Tax scams are among the most stubborn cons out there. They reappear often, each time with a slightly different spin. The main theme is scammers
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville Police David Onley said targeted enforcement efforts helped slow the increase in violent crime in the city in 2023. Although the number of homicides declined sharply,
Special to Iredell Free News Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of cinema as the Full Bloom Film Festival presents its Film Series lineup for 2024. From Oscar-winning
Special to Iredell Free News The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board has awarded $62.2 million in discretionary grant program project funds for 25 projects in Iredell, Mecklenburg, and
BY KARISSA MILLER Woodland Heights Elementary School teachers and staff are committed to engaging students in a dynamic learning environment that promotes academic excellence and creates caring problem-solvers. “Our challenge
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — A financial relief program that helps cover the cost of state-required teacher license exams has now helped more than 3,500 people on their
Special to Iredell Free News The February meeting of the Statesville Woman’s Club was sponsored by the Community Impact Community Service Team. My Sister’s House Director Brittany Campbell and Domestic
Special to Iredell Free News Performing Arts Live Iredell welcomes the acclaimed Fry Street Quartet for the fourth concert of the 2023-2024 season. The concert is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.
Special to Iredell Free News Fourteen athletes from Special Olympics Iredell County met up with athletes from across the Southeast at Appalachian Ski Mountain between Blowing Rock and Boone on
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners agreed on Tuesday to express its “strong support” for Community Health Systems Inc.’s sale of Davis Regional Medical Center and Lake
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Cleveland man who was on federal probation for drug offenses faces new charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to Iredell Free News The Insomniacs invite the public to Bring Your Own Instrument (BYOI) for a fun Jam Session on Saturday, February 24. The event, which will be
Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch recently launched a new membership program, Friends of the Ranch. There are two membership levels: ♦ Animal Ambassadors: $175 year, up to 2
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is launching a new Statewide Peer Warmline on Tuesday, February 20. The new Peer Warmline will
Re-Advertisement for Quotes The City of Statesville is re-advertising a request for sealed quotes for 14.4 kV VOLTAGE REGULATORS WITH VOLTAGE REGULATOR CONTROLLER. Request for quotes will be sent out
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: FEBRUARY 6 ♦ A girl, Scarlette Hazel Benge, born to John Taylor and Dominique
Special to Iredell Free News Allison Woods Outdoor Learning Center received a $10,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to serve North Carolina residents with their Aquatic Discoveries program. The
Advertisement for Bids Sealed bids for the project entitled South Yadkin River Pump Station Upgrades will be received by the City of Statesville until 2:00 p.m. local time March 28,
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell Free News asked candidates in the March 5 primary election for the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education to answer several questions about issues facing the district
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell Free News asked candidates in the March 5 primary election for the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education to answer several questions about issues facing the district
Special to Iredell Free News Dr. Vivek Trivedi has been granted the distinguished title of Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG). This designation is a testament to Trivedi’s
FROM STAFF REPORTS A divided Statesville City Council has agreed to contribute money to a United Way of Iredell County program that aims to increase home ownership and housing stability
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County commissioners have approved a plan to hire 24 new emergency medical technicians. Investing $1.74 million in those positions, EMS Director Blair Richey told commissioners during
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Couples and family members gathered at the Statesville Civic on Sunday for the 2024 Statesville Bridal Expo to try out catering options, learn about local venues, meet
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: FEBRUARY 9 ♦ Stephen Carter Coleman, 40, of Encino Way, San Antonio, Texas, charged with first-degree burglary.
BY MIKE FUHRMAN All indicators point to continued economic growth in the City of Statesville during the next 18 months as a result of new industrial and residential development. That
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd, including some in colorful costumes, participated in the Special Olympics of Iredell County’s 2024 Run & Plunge on Saturday morning. The water in the
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools announced plans this week to transform East Iredell Middle School into a dual immersion and world language academy. “This initiative underscores our dedication
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell Free News asked candidates in the March 5 primary election to answer several questions about their desire to serve. Troutman resident Jinaki “Jai” Peele is one
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 Jonathan Kevin Rice will be the featured poet at the March 9 poetry performance event at Performance Coffee in Mooresville. Rice is one of the founders of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra joined Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley in