Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State of North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for November was 3.9 percent, increasing 0.1 of a percentage point from October’s revised
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BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners experienced a severe case of sticker shock as they dug deeper into estimates of construction costs for Weathers Creek High School. During the Iredell
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Civics teacher Mike Williams enjoys engaging his students at Crossroads Arts & Sciences Early College with thought-provoking projects and encouraging them to tackle real-life issues. For the
Special to Iredell Free News The following cases were heard recently during H & I Felony District Court in Iredell County: ♦ Gregory Ayers pleaded guilty to Misdemeanor Domestic Violence
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 9 ♦ Amanda Hunsberger Bailes, 42, of El Myers Road, Lexington, charged with possession of methamphetamine
BY DEBBIE PAGE While attending a tech convention, Chef Nate Turner, culinary instructor at the Career Academy and Technical School (CATS), came across an innovative augmented and virtual reality tool
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR The Local History Department at the Iredell County Public Library is very excited to announce that the countywide cemetery survey has officially been started. We have visited
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Special to Iredell Free News The Friends of Lake Norman State Park (FLANO) has several events coming up in January to enjoy some outdoor recreation or to volunteer to preserve
Special to Iredell Free News If the holiday season is supposed to be the most “wonderful time of the year,” then why does it bring us so much stress? It’s
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BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville Dance and Performing Arts presented its holiday recital, “Tis the Season,” on Saturday at Mac Gray Auditorium at Statesville High School. Photo Gallery
BY DEBBIE PAGE Without Winifred “Winkie” Powell, the Town of Troutman would not have a library, according to Town Manager Ron Wyatt. Powell, he said, was the determined, driving force
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Salvation Army of Iredell County held its annual gift distribution this week, ensuring that dozens of children will have a Merry Christmas. Major JoAnn Mure said
BY KARISSA MILLER The Career Academy & Technical School’s Automotive Department held its annual stakeholder’s appreciation luncheon Thursday afternoon to show gratitude to the faculty and staff, local automotive/transportation sponsors
Special to Iredell Free News Speak Life and Live will host a New Year’s Eve Bash with N-Spire on December 31 at the Statesville Civic Center. The doors will open
FROM STAFF REPORTS Nearly 150 children and their parents attended a Christmas party at the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont on December 10. The event was sponsored by
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,
Special to Iredell Free News The deadline for high school sophomores and juniors to apply for a chance to represent EnergyUnited on the 2023 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour to Washington,
By KARISSA MILLER In response to recent challenges filling open positions, Iredell County administrators are preparing to launch a new youth apprenticeship program in an effort to attract younger applicants
BY KARISSA MILLER Hundreds of Cloverleaf Elementary students and families took a trip around the world in one night, all from the comfort of their school. “Winter Around the World,”
Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina (GFWC of NC) Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its December luncheon meeting. A special musical performance
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education recognized FFA members who have gone above and beyond to achieve excellence at their meeting earlier this week. Hannah Loftin, who
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Iredell Homeless Coalition, a group of nonprofits, law enforcement and helping agencies, is collecting donations to meet the needs of those who are housing insecure during
Special to Iredell Free News A Mooresville couple faces felony child abuse and drug charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department stemming from a drug overdose involving a
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the individuals in volved in the theft of two motor vehicles. On Monday,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — People who test positive for COVID-19, particularly those who are uninsured or don’t have a primary care doctor, will have better access to
FROM STAFF REPORTS A man who was shot in the Lakeview Drive area last month passed away on Wednesday after being removed from life support, according to the Statesville Police
BY KARISSA MILLER The Unity Center in Statesville was transformed into a makeshift warehouse/storefront last weekend as Iredell-Statesville Schools sold about 1,900 used iPad devices to the public. By popular
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Daniel Miller as the principal of the new Selma Burke Middle School,
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont has launched a career exploration program with the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce. During the recent kick-off event, the
Special to Iredell Free News North Iredell High school FFA members recently competed in the regional cattle working contest. During the competition, FFA members are required to identify beef cattle
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — New figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, show the nonfatal workplace injury
Special to Iredell Free News Adjusting to the physical demands of life with cancer or managing your wellbeing as a cancer survivor is no easy feat. You need support and
Special to Iredell Free News The rise of online marketplaces and expedited delivery services is a convenient service for many consumers across the nation, allowing holiday purchasers to search out
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education adopted the “early start” option for the 2023-2024 school year on Monday night following a spirited debate on whether the district