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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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From Farm to Table: Saunders & Sons Grocery offers clean, locally sourced food

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN In a time when the proliferation of chemicals and preservatives in the food supply chain is a frequent topic of conversation, many people are looking for

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Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital nurse presented DAISY Award

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Lake Norman Regional Medical Center Nurse Shahbaz Almas has been recognized with the prestigious DAISY Foundation Award. Almas, who works in the Critical Care Unit, is the

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

Posted on August 10, 2025 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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Author list finalized for upcoming Write Local: Iredell Author Fair

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library has finalized the author list for the upcoming Write Local: Iredell Author Fair. The event is set for Saturday, September 27, from

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Intellectual Development Disabilities Collaborative of Iredell County to host family & community symposium

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Intellectual Development Disabilities Collaborative of Iredell County will host a family and community I/DD symposium on Tuesday, August 19. The event, scheduled from 4:30 to 7:30

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Share-a-Meal fundraiser to support Good News Clubs expanding to three-day event

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Board of Directors and staff of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Western Piedmont NC invite the community to the 3rd Annual Share-a-Meal Fundraiser to support the Good

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Mooresville commissioners: Town will work with owners of proposed cat café

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Mooresville commissioners expressed support for the concept of allowing a cat café in downtown, but that was tempered by a desire to protect other business owners. 

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Election Watch: Staford announces candidacy for Ward 5 seat on Statesville Council

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Former Councilman John Staford has announced his candidacy for the Ward 5 seat on the Statesville City Council. In his official campaign announcement, Staford said his previous

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Roach named executive director of Fifth Street Ministries

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Fifth Street Ministries Board of Directors has appointed Tamara Roach as the nonprofit’s new executive director. Roach, a longtime nonprofit leader and advocate for vulnerable populations,

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SPD Felony Arrests: July 20-26

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 22 ♦ James Malcolm Ingram, 25, of Royal Street, East Spencer, charged with felony possession of marijuana, and

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Local nonprofits scrambling to help Brookwood Inn residents find housing

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Local nonprofits and government agencies are working to help residents of the Brookwood Inn who are in danger of becoming homeless when the motel closes at the

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Sheriff: Two suspects arrested following ICSO investigation

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two men face felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of John Anthony Mazzullo, 55, of Crestridge Road,

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (August 8)

Posted on August 8, 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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Health Beat: Is sleep apnea preventing you from living your best life?

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Have you ever been accused of sawing logs while you sleep? Do you sometimes wake up more tired than when you went to bed? Dr. Jeffrey Brink,

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Iredell County 4-H youth shine in county, state and district competitions

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The talents of Iredell County 4-H youth were on full display this summer through a series of competitions that highlighted their dedication, knowledge, and public speaking skills.

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