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BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville High School and Western Carolina University have formed a new partnership through a program called Students to Teachers Through Educator Pathways (STEP) to help recruit students from
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Iredell Health System, raised more than $56,000 for local heart health at its first annual Heart of
TOWN OF TROUTMAN CLAY PIPE SEWER SYSTEM AIA REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SERVICES The Town of Troutman is seeking professional engineering services for design, permit approval, bidding, construction observation and
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The weather was absolutely perfect for the opening day of the 47th Flow Carolina BalloonFest. The event, which runs through Sunday, features live entertainment, a wine and beer
Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Current Openings Assistant Director of Planning Planning Department Assistant Facility Supervisor- Marketing/Programs Recreation/Parks Department Athletic Supervisors (Part-Time)
BY KARISSA MILLER Celeste Henkel Elementary teacher Sarah Cope confronted the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education earlier this week about the board’s focus on the dress code rather than the
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com At the beginning of Thursday night’s meeting, Town Manager Ron Wyatt asked the Troutman Town Council to delay consideration of the River Rock attached ranch home
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department began receiving reports in late September from residents about being victims of fraud while attempting to sell items on social media.
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Iredell Domestic Violence Task Force raised awareness about the epidemic of domestic violence during its annual “Walk-A-Mile in Their Shoes” event in Downtown Statesville on
FROM STAFF REPORTS Three men face charges as a result of an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation of a drug-related shooting that occurred outside a home near Mooresville last month.
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education approved changes to the district’s meal policies on Monday. The updated policy will eliminate a provision that students who have unpaid
Special to Iredell Free News Seniors who are aging into Medicare or want to explore their options for 2023 can attend a virtual seminar from the comfort of their own
BY KARISSA MILLER Bobcat Co., a global leader in the compact equipment industry, marked the completion of its new $70 million manufacturing facility expansion in Statesville on Wednesday with a
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Troutman Council members addressed recent criticism about town growth and infrastructure during the council’s agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, correcting a misinterpretation of a state law
Special to Iredell Free News Greg Atkinson of Atkinson Acres Farms will host HempStock, a fall festival, on Saturday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free
Special to Iredell Free News Brevard Street will be closed between First Avenue and Stockton Street for approximately two weeks beginning Monday, October 17. The Stormwater Division will be replacing
TOWN OF TROUTMAN WATER SYSTEM AIA REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) ENGINEERING SERVICES The Town of Troutman is seeking professional engineering services for design, permit approval, bidding, construction observation and contract administration
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident faces multiple counts of larceny of a motor vehicle following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Welcome to 47th Flow Carolina BalloonFest! Relax under Carolina blue skies between early morning and late afternoon balloon launches. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to relax and enjoy the
BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville Christian School has hired a new athletic director to manage all facets of the school’s athletics program, including scheduling, working with coaches and marketing the school’s
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In recognition of the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, N.C. Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey is urging everyone
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department will host a drug and syringe take-back event on Saturday, October 29, as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s National
FROM STAFF REPORTS During the month of September, Troutman Elementary School students had the opportunity to learn first-hand how milk is an excellent source for protein and essential nutrients to
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday unanimously approved a resolution supporting the creation of an early college program on the campus of the Career Academy
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 10 ♦ Rondale William Mitchell, 26, of Carriage Club Drive, Mooresville, charged with obtaining property by false
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
Eligible individuals who want to cast their ballot on Election Day 2022 must register to vote by Friday, October 14. Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Eligible individuals who
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Ruritan Club, which formed in June, had its first community project on Friday, providing a free spaghetti dinner and school supply drive in the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is working collectively with more than 100 statewide partners to improve the health of all
Special to Iredell Free News If you’re a patient of any kind, you want those caring for you to understand your situation and perspective. You need someone to not only
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department has announced the promotion of Capt. Pete Morrison to fire marshal, Lt. Danny Fisher to captain, and Firefighter Tanner Goodin to
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 30 ♦ Brian Paul Chapman, 31, of Skyuka Road, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine, two
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 RALEIGH — The State Board of Education has approved a new policy aimed at boosting opportunities for high school students to enroll and succeed in
PHOTOS BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Nearly 500 people and their dogs enjoyed much of what Rescue Ranch had to offer at the 2nd annual Dogtoberfest on Saturday. It was a beautiful