Special to IFN Iredell Health System has hired Andrew R. Ross as director of education. He brings a wealth of healthcare knowledge and experience to the health system. Ross has
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Special to IFN Since 2021, identity and information theft reports to BBB Scam Tracker SM have totaled more than 16,600 and monetary losses are rising, according to a new study
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The City of Statesville held its annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday at the Statesville Soccer Complex. There were fire trucks, utility trucks and SPD vehicles for kids
Special to IFN Iredell County offices and services will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday and the Easter holiday. This includes all units of: •
Special to IFN City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday. Please note that there will be no garbage collection on that
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A journey that began in the 1930s ended this week at the Kewaunee Scientific Corporation in Statesville. Kewaunee representatives unveiled four masterpiece wood carvings that were crafted
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,
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Chairman Doug Knight hopes board members will use the results of a recent staff survey as “a baseline for growth and improvement.”
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 26 ♦ Emma Jane Babcock, 33, of Caldwell Avenue, Mooresville, charged with felony interfere with electronic monitoring device
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office recognized its latest class of Citizens Academy graduates on Thursday evening. Among the 27 graduates were several married couples, best friends, and
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
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council selected Ana Johnson as the Citizen of the Year and the Troutman Ruritan Club as Organization of the Year during Thursday night’s meeting.
Special to IFN Representatives from the Iredell and Wilkes County Fire Marshal’s Offices, Wilkes County EMS, Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office, and Emergency Management officials from both counties met with presiding
Special to IFN The Christian Mission has announced plans for the grand opening of its new building on May 1, marking a significant milestone in the nonprofit’s mission to serve
Special to IFN Eighty-seven artists entered the 47th Anniversary SpringFest Judged Show & Competition, submitting a total of 158 entries. Artists from Mooresville, Cornelius, Davidson, Charlotte and beyond are showcasing their
Special to IFN RALEIGH — As warmer weather approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures to reduce
Project: Love Valley Phase 1 Sewer Improvement Project Owner: Town of Love Valley, North Carolina, 133 Henry Martin Trail, Statesville, NC 28625 Contact: Lisa Riddick, 704-592-2552 Engineer: Tetra Tech Engineering,
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Reversing its decision from October, the Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a rezoning for the 187-unit Lanterna development on Monday. Colin Brown of Alexander
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools officials are bracing for another challenging budget year — facing a nearly $3 million budget deficit. During the board’s Committee of the Whole meeting on
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein announced that as of Wednesday 650,000 newly eligible North Carolinians have gained access to affordable health care through Medicaid expansion, including veterans and
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education approved salary supplements to teachers and instructional support personnel on Tuesday night. Chief Finance Officer Jonathan Smith told the
IFN Staff An Elkin man was fatally injured in a crash on Interstate 77 early Wednesday morning. According to the N.C. Highway Patrol, Jared Quincey Nelson, 27, was driving a
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest
IFN Staff A 27-year-old man faces two felony charges following a motor vehicle theft investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Bradlee GT
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville City Council on Monday greenlighted a request to increase the density of a proposed income-based apartment complex geared toward seniors. The 50-unit complex is planned
IFN Staff The District 32 Bar Association on Tuesday nominated five attorneys for consideration to fill the vacant Iredell County District Court judge position created by the recent resignation of
Special to IFN North Carolina legislators are actively participating in Legislators in Schools Week, an initiative designed to foster greater understanding and connection between lawmakers and the state’s educational system.
Special to IFN The City of Statesville is seeking volunteers who live in its Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) to serve on the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment. The ETJ includes
It is the policy of the City of Statesville to provide 7 days advance notice prior to advertising the formal Invitation To Bid (ITB); therefore, the ITB of Front and
BY DEBBIE PAGE During its agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, the Troutman Town Council approved Planning and Zoning ETJ board recommendations, approved a fee waiver for council members, and got
Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare Mooresville Imaging has acquired a Fuji Film iStream CT Scanner. This advanced technology is only offered at three locations across the state of North Carolina.
IFN Staff A Mooresville man was fatally injured in a crash on Interstate 77 early Tuesday morning. According to the N.C. Highway Patrol, Justyn Jack Jenkins, 26, died after his
IFN Staff A Statesville man who is on probation for felony drug convictions was arrested on new charges after attempting to avoid an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office traffic checkpoint. Sheriff
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Vice Chair Abby Trent has resigned her position on the board, effective April 4. Trent, in her resignation letter, said that she
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 16 ♦ Ethan Chase Fritz, 29, of Chestnut Grove Road, Statesville, charged with trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking opium or
Special to IFN Mooresville High School student Evan Wanner recently had the unique opportunity to participate in the N.C. General Assembly’s Senate Page Program, gaining invaluable insights into the workings