Special to Iredell Free News Dragons are a big deal in author Mark T. Collins’ neighborhood. His book, “When Going on a Dragon Hunt,” written with the wit and wisdom
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Lake Norman High School Wildcat Band recently captured first place overall in the Foothills Invitational Marching Band Competition. The competition, held at North Iredell High School’s
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: NOVEMBER 6 ♦ Rodriguez Hakeem Gamble, 33, of Stockton Street, Statesville, charged with possession of a firearm
Special to Iredell Free News For many who have lost a child, their overwhelming sadness is made more intense by feeling alone in their grief. That’s why Carolina Caring is
Special to Iredell Free News A Family Fall Festival is scheduled for Friday, November 18, on the Mitchell Community College campus in Statesville. There will be games and activities, including
BY DEBBIE PAGE Following the unanimous recommendation to deny by the Planning and Zoning Board, the Troutman Town Council rejected the River Rock triplex project on Thursday night, despite adjoining
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BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville community lined Main Street on Saturday to cheer on hundreds of veterans, bands, scouts, and supporters who marched to celebrate and thank those who have
Special to Iredell Free News More than 30 million people in the United States have diabetes, and nearly 1.5 million people are newly diagnosed each year. And, according to Amy
BY DEBBIE PAGE Officials from municipalities and the school systems met individually with N.C. Sen. Vickie Sawyer and Reps. Jeff McNeely and Grey Mills on Thursday to share their top
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Harmony Elementary School held a special fashion show on Friday. Around 46 first-graders enjoyed doing a “moon walk” to show off their homemade space boots and gloves.
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College hosted a Veterans Day Ceremony in Shearer Hall on its Statesville Campus on Friday. The program centered around “honoring all who served”
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FROM STAFF REPORTS A suspect in a 30-year-old double homicide has been extradited to Iredell County to face felony charges. The Statesville Police Department announced Friday that Sheldon Demetrius Summers,
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Thursday appoint Brad Stroud Sr. to complete the term of late-Commissioner Marvin Norman. Stroud, the top vote-getter among five
Special to Iredell Free News More than 60 vendors, including crafters, artists and specialty food providers, have signed on to participate in a Craft Show at the Statesville Fitness &
BY KARISSA MILLER Stressing the importance of every man and woman who has served in the military, Iredell-Statesville Schools Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Billie Berry addressed a large crowd
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Future Farmers of America members from several area high schools competed in a tractor and truck safety and skills competition on Thursday. Held at Westward Farms in
Board also recognizes student and staff achievements in classroom, on stage and on athletic fields BY DEBBIE PAGE Citing growth, transportation efficiency, and the opening of the new Selma Burke
Special to Iredell Free News Groot, a German Shorthaired Pointer, has joined the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Canine Unit and will be assigned to the Interstate Criminal Enforcement Team once he
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Town of Troutman Board of Adjustment (BOA) will conduct a public hearing at the Troutman Town Hall, 400 North Eastway Drive, Troutman, NC on the 17th
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — An advisory group of school leaders convened for the third time Wednesday to discuss revising the state’s unpopular A-F school performance grading model.
Special to Iredell Free News FC Athletico’s Fiorentina won the championship in its age bracket over the weekend during the NCFC visitRaleigh.com Showcase Series, a nationally recognized event for the
FROM STAFF REPORTS For the second time in six months an Iredell County jury has failed to reach a unanimous verdict after weighing the prosecution’s evidence against one of several
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Republican Party continued its dominance in Iredell County on Tuesday as GOP candidates prevailed in every partisan race, including the race for three seats on the
BY KARISSA MILLER All veterans are invited to the annual Iredell County Veterans Day ceremony and BBQ lunch on Thursday, November 10, at West Iredell High School, 213 Warrior Drive
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is considering a five-year plan for athletic stadium upgrades at all five district high schools. The plan includes improved lighting, new
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council unanimously approved a community pet pantry project to assist community members struggling to afford pet foods in these difficult economic times. The pet
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department completed its 15th Citizens Academy with a graduation ceremony and dinner at the Statesville Civic Center on November 3. Participants in
Special to Iredell Free News 158 On Main — a popular craft cocktail bar in Downtown Mooresville — is preparing to once again transform into Miracle on Main, a holiday-themed,
Special to Iredell Free News Members of the Statesville Fire Department Hazardous Materials Response Team competed in the N.C. Association of Hazardous Materials Responders Hazmat Challenge this summer. Coached by
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help identify a suspect in motor vehicle break-in in western Iredell County. On Wednesday, October 26, deputies
BY KARISSA MILLER Woodland Heights Elementary School held a school wide Veterans Day assembly Monday morning ahead of the holiday, which gave everyone a chance to thank their favorite veterans
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The North Iredell High School woman’s volleyball team capped a perfect season on Saturday by winning the NCHSAA Class 3A state championship. After breezing through their first
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department will conduct a live burn training exercise on Thursday, November 10, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 203 Island Ford