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Category: News & Features

Iredell County Superior Court Report (July 6)

Posted on July 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News District Attorney Sarah Kirkman’s Office announced dispositions in the following cases during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Ismael Torres pleaded guilty to

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Sheriff: Charlotte man faces felony weapon and drug charges after being stopped by ICSO deputies

Posted on July 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces felony gun and drug charges after being stopped by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

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SPD: Suspect in Garfield Street shooting jailed in lieu of $1 million bond

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man remains jailed in lieu of a $1 million bond in connection with a shooting on Garfield Street. The Statesville Police Department announced the arrest

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SPD: Suspect arrested in connection with shooting on North Tradd Street

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred Monday in the 300 block of Tradd Street in Statesville. The Statesville Police Department

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Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Concert Series continues July 7 with the Pizazz Band

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series continues in Downtown Statesville on Friday, July 7, with a performance by the Pizazz Band.

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Atkins announces he will not seek seventh term as Mooresville mayor

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Mayor Miles Atkins announced Thursday that he will not seek re-election this fall. “Representing and serving the greater Mooresville community for the past 16

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Sheriff: ICSO deputy shot and killed fugitive as ‘a last resort’

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of a man who was killed in an officer-involved shooting on Bell Farm Road near Statesville on Friday,

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Photo Gallery: Town of Mooresville celebrates Independence Day with Stars & Stripes on Main Parade

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY TYRONE SUMMERS Downtown Mooresville was packed on Tuesday morning for the Stars & Stripes on Main Parade, an extravagant celebration of Independence Day and the town’s 150th birthday.

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Photo Gallery: 25th Annual Baymount community Fourth of July Parade

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Baymount community celebrated the Fourth of July on Tuesday with the county’s old Independence Day Parade. Photos

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ICSO Felony Arrests: June 23-29

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 23 ♦ Kristopher Amari Campbell, 20, of Redbirch Place, Kannapolis, charged with breaking or entering and

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The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital receives donation to assist grieving families

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital recently received a donation of a CuddleCot to support mothers grieving the loss of a child at birth.

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Lake Norman High grad inducted into U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2027

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Lake Norman High School graduate Chase Dixon was inducted into the Naval Academy Class of 2027 on June 29, marking the beginning of six challenging

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Photo Gallery: Field of Flags display, ceremony attracts patriotic crowd

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

PHOTOS BY TYRONE SUMMERS A large patriotic crowd attended the Mooresville-Lake Norman Exchange Club’s annual Field of Flags display, ceremony and concert on Monday evening at the Lowe’s YMCA in

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Statesville police investigating after finding man with gunshot wound in driveway off North Tradd Street

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Monday afternoon. The SPD received a 911 call at 4:07 p.m. Monday regarding a person who had

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I-SS STEM in Ag Camp showcases how technology can be used in variety of careers (Photos)

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER You are living on the coast of North Carolina. Your whole town has just experienced a major hurricane. Now, you have to deal with the aftermath. Iredell-Statesville

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Sheriff: Two suspects face felony drug charges after ICSO personnel execute search warrant at Sonja Drive residence

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face felony drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office personnel executed a search warrant at a residence on Sonja Drive as part of a narcotics

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City of Statesville announces schedule for July 4th holiday week; fireworks show set for Monday

Posted on July 2, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Fireworks Celebration The fireworks will launch

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Local History: Revisiting the mysterious death of Lue Cree Overcash Westmoreland

Posted on July 2, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY SHELLIE TAYLOR On January 7, 1937, The Landmark published a report about a bridal shower in its locals section. The Amity community had celebrated the marriage of a young

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Statesville Woman’s Club collecting school supplies for Boys & Girls Club

Posted on July 2, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club collecting school supplies through Monday, July 31. The items will be donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Piedmont.

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 to $3,000 Signing Bonus)

Posted on July 2, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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Iredell Health System Cancer Rehab Program helps Statesville woman find ‘new normal’

Posted on July 2, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Adjusting to the physical demands of life and finding your “new normal” after a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Battling cancer itself is a challenging

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SPD Violent Crimes Unit investigating double shooting on Hill Terrace

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a double shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in the 900 block of Hill Terrace. Officers responded to a report of

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Davis Lecture Series to feature addresses by religious scholars Bass and McLaren

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The public is invited to experience the insights and wisdom of two popular religious scholars this July at Grace Baptist Church in Statesville. Diana Butler

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Mooresville-Lake Norman Exchange Club to present Field of Flags; concert and fireworks show set for July 3

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville-Lake Norman Exchange Club will host its annual Field of Flags display starting Sunday. The event, which will be held at the Lowe’s YMCA in Mooresville,

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (July 1)

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Iredell’s unemployment rate increased to 3.2 percent in May

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The unemployment rate in Iredell County ticked up slightly in May to 3.2 percent, according to the latest N.C. Department of Commerce report.

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Photo Gallery: Troutman Independence Day Parade

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Thousands of people lined Main Street early on Saturday morning to wave and cheer at the 18th Annual Independence Day Parade in Troutman. The 2023 Grand Marshal

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Sheriff: SBI investigating deadly shooting involving ICSO deputy

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News An Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been place on administrative leave after an officer-involved shooting at a home off Bell Farm Road on Friday.

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Commissioner Causey offers tips to stay safe over Fourth of July Weekend

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging North Carolinians to celebrate safely by following a few simple summer

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Suspect convicted of manslaughter in shooting death of homeless man

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A 71-year-old man was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and a firearms offense in connection with the shooting death of a homeless man in Statesville nearly three years

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Carney announces campaign for Mooresville mayor

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Former Mooresville town commissioner Chris Carney announced Thursday that he is running for mayor in the November election. Carney announced his campaign in front of a crowd

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MGSD Board approves interim 2023-2024 budget

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education held its year-end meeting on Wednesday to approve an interim budget for next fiscal year, finalize the current budget

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Sheriff: Two suspects face felony drug charges after ICSO traffic stop in Mooresville

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face felony drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies found psychedelic mushrooms and methamphetamine in an SUV during a traffic stop in Mooresville. Sheriff

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Statesville Christian grad inducted into U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2027

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Christian School graduate John Paul Shadroui was inducted into the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2027 on Thursday, marking the beginning of six challenging

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Piedmont HealthCare welcomes new physician to Lake Norman Internal Medicine

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Swathi Talla to Lake Norman Internal Medicine in Mooresville. She joins experienced Mooresville physician Dr.

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