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Category: News & Features

Full Circle: The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial welcomes third generation

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The opportunity to care for generations of families sets a community hospital like Iredell Memorial apart from some others. On July 29, 2025, Emily Austin, assistant director

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Local District Court judge earns advanced legal degree 

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN District Court Judge Rob Young recently earned an LLM Degree in International Law through Nottingham Trent University Law School in Nottingham, England. The LLM, or Masters of

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Troutman ABC Board reports increase in sales for 2024-2025, bucking statewide downturn in alcohol sales

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman ABC Board, represented by Store Manager Evelyn Coleman, reported to the Troutman Town Council on Thursday night that the store experienced a 6.24 percent increase

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (August 17)

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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ICSO Felony Arrests: August 8-15

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 8 ♦ Eric Shawn Campbell, 41, of Hidden Lakes Road, Statesville, charged with maintaining a dwelling or

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JMS Southeast Inc. and Statesville Process Instruments Inc. make donations to Pharos Parenting

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN JMS Southeast Inc. and Statesville Process Instruments Inc. donated $837 to Pharos Parenting in August, thanks to proceeds from their employee vending machines. The companies purchase snacks

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Pine Lake student wins trip to Yellowstone National Park

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Zadie Blázquez-Straub, a Pine Lake Prep fifth-grader, spent the last few days of summer vacation on America’s Field Trip to Yellowstone National Park. Zadie shared the experience

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Troutman Council approves changes to regulations for temporary uses, produce stands

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE After hearing impassioned speakers outlining flaws in the proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) sections regarding temporary uses and produce stands, the Troutman Council listened

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I-SS Superintendent: New school year off to a smooth start (Photos)

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Students were welcomed back to campuses across Iredell County this week as the new school year began August 11. In an effort to foster a positive school

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SPD Felony Arrests: July 29 – August 13

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 29 ♦ Derren Tremayne Oglesby, 51, of 7th Street, Statesville, charged with felony probation violation. JULY 31 ♦

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Volunteers from First Baptist Church make the first day of school special at N.B. Mills Elementary (Photos)

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The first week of school at N.B. Mills Elementary School was filled with joyful smiles, bubbles and high-fives as 14 volunteers from First Baptist Church in Statesville

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Photo Gallery: Large crowd attends Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert featuring Petty Rewind

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A large crowd attended Friday night’s Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert featuring Petty Rewind. Photo Gallery

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MGSD official shares bus safety concerns as new school year begins

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District Chief Operations Officer Scott Smith on Tuesday pleaded with drivers to stop when school buses have engaged their red lights and stop arm.

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Detour Ahead: Waterline replacement project to impact traffic on Brookdale Drive, Iredell Memorial Hospital and Northview Academy

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is notifying residents, motorists, and local businesses of upcoming road closures connected to a major waterline replacement project. This work is part of

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Sheriff: Harmony man faces drug trafficking charges

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Harmony man faces felony drug trafficking charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a traffic violation on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell

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Statesville FC to begin play in National Premier Soccer League in 2026

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The National Premier Soccer League (NPSL), the first and only men’s league designated by USASA as a Tier 1 national league, announced on Thursday that Statesville FC

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Habitat for Humanity: Public Notice

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region, Inc. is applying for United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Housing Service Housing Preservation Grant (USDA-RD-HCFP-HPG-2025) to complete repairs on qualifying owner-occupied homes in

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Birth Announcements: July 22 – August 9

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JULY 22 ♦ A girl, Ty’Zariah Brielle Stephens, born to Yolanda Unique Powell of Statesville. ♦

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Mooresville Graded School District announces hiring of new chief of schools

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Jonathan Ribbeck has been hired as chief of schools by the Mooresville Graded School District. A seasoned leader with a strong background in instructional leadership and school

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Tickets available for upcoming Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Iredell County fundraiser

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Iredell County invites the community to attend a special fundraising event on September 13. A presentation by accomplished landscape designer

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City of Statesville: Notice of Intent to Bid

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Request For Quotes (RFQ) – Underground Primary Power Cable Sealed bid for Underground primary power cable, will be sent out on August 25, 2025, and will be received by the

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Full Bloom Film Festival to honor Iredell County native with 2025 Buzz Award

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County native Blake Crouch will receive the 2025 Buzz Award in recognition of his tremendous success in the world of film during the upcoming Full Bloom Film Festival.

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Viera stepping down as president of Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Shannon Viera announced Wednesday that she is resigning her position “to pursue new opportunities.” Her last day will be September

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Troutman Council hears ESC Park lighting proposal, discusses security measures

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council heard a proposal from Musco, a sports and large area lighting and facility solutions provider, to light ESC Park during the pre-agenda meeting

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Iredell County Public Library to launch Young Athletes program

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library is preparing to launch Young Athletes, an inclusive early childhood play program developed by Special Olympics. Beginning in September 2025, organizers of

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Iredell County Democratic Party to host two-night forum for candidates in Statesville municipal elections

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville voters will have an opportunity to hear directly from candidates for mayor and city council in a two-night public forum hosted by the Iredell County Democratic

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NCWorks Career Center-Iredell relocating to Downtown Statesville

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The NCWorks Career Center-Iredell, which was previously located at 133 Island Ford Road in Statesville, is relocating to a building in downtown Statesville. The previous location closed

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Sheriff: ICSO investigation leads to multiple arrests; narcotics and firearms seized

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff   Eight individuals were arrested and a ninth is wanted in connection with an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigation that culminated in raids on a pair of suspected

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Public comment period begins for periodic review of N.C. election rules

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections invites members of the public to comment on the State Board’s initial determination that 38 existing administrative rules are necessary.

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On Tap Crafty Brews’ golf event raises $10,000 for Rainbow Kidz

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Hosted by Mooresville’s On Tap Crafty Brews, Birdies & Brews is a fun-filled day of charitable fundraising alongside a round of golf. Held at the Mooresville Golf

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Iredell County announces hiring of new opioid settlement program & financial administrator

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Madison Duncan has been hired as the opioid settlement program & financial administrator for Iredell County. Madison Duncan Duncan, who begins her new role this week, will

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Health Beat: How to be an antimicrobial steward

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Antibiotics, if used appropriately, can be a powerful tool to combat bacterial infections within the body. As with any medication, if misused, they can do more harm

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ICSO Felony Arrests: August 1-8

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 1 ♦ Brian Lee Decker, 54, of White Oaks Road, Mooresville, was served with a true bill

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Town of Mooresville earns strong bond ratings from Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville’s issuer bond rating was maintained at AAA by Moody’s, which also maintained the town’s Aa1 rating on its outstanding limited obligation bonds (LOBs).

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YMCA campers enjoy the fruits of their labors (Photos)

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Participants in the Statesville Family YMCA’s summer camp learned firsthand how rewarding — and tasty — growing your own food can be. Community Outreach Coordinator Melinda Spencer, who

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Fifth Street Ministries working to support families facing displacement from Brookwood Inn

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Fifth Street Ministries is working to coordinate the community response for individuals and families facing displacement by the closure of the Brookwood Inn. Roughly 60 family units

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