Special to IFN Cub Scouts from Cub Scout Pack # 173 recently placed American flags on the grave sites of veterans at Centre Presbyterian Church and Fair View United Methodist
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IFN Staff A Statesville man has been arrested in connection with the theft of electrical wiring from a residential construction site following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Rate Bureau has requested an overall 68.3 percent statewide average rate increase for dwelling insurance policies, with the proposed implementation over a two-year period.
Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council invites the community to attend a special Small Works Show featuring fine artist Amy Sullivan on Wednesday, November 5, from 5:30 to 7
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON As Veterans Day approaches, American Renaissance School is honoring those who have served in the military with two special patriotic window displays. Christmas trees decorated with around
IFN Staff A Love Valley resident faces several felony charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy on Wilkesboro Highway. Sheriff Darren Campbell
BY DEBBIE PAGE The 2025 Empty Bowls Annual Fundraiser benefitting Fifth Street Ministries will be on Sunday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, located
Special to IFN Iredell Health System on Monday announced the addition of Dr. Scott C. Brandon to Iredell Orthopedic Center. Brandon, who most recently worked with the Veterans Health Administration, chose
BY DEBBIE PAGE During the October Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell meeting, Susan Willis of Partners Health Management presented information about the Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiatives. North Carolina is one of
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
BY KARISSA MILLER NB Mills Elementary School hosted its trunk-or-treat and family reading night on Thursday. Student dressed up as Pokémon characters, princesses, dinosaurs, cheerleaders, superheroes and more while going
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 24 ♦ Jeremie Garrett Moore, 37, of Fox Run Drive, Statesville, charged with malicious conduct by a
Special to IFN RALEIGH — For registered voters in 447 cities, towns, and villages across 88 North Carolina counties, Election Day is Tuesday, November 4. The 2025 Municipal Elections Map
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd enjoyed live music, dance performances, classic cars, festival foods, the Kids Zone and unique crafts at the 22nd Statesville Pumpkin Fest. Photo Gallery
Frank Owens ♦ Age: 80 ♦ Family: Wife and Daughter ♦ Education: Mooresville High School ♦ Professional Experience: Police Executive Management program, various other work-related college classes ♦ Volunteer/community service: Chairman, Mooresville Rescue Squad Foundation,
Scarlett Overbay-Inman ♦ Age: 52 ♦ Family: Married with two daughters ♦ Education: Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte ♦ Professional Experience: I have worked in
H. William Compton Jr. ♦ Age: 70 ♦ Family: Single ♦ Education: Mitchell Community College, AA; University of North Carolina Charlotte, BA. ♦ Professional Experience: Educator. Marketing. Sales. ♦ Community
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
Special to IFN As North Carolinians prepare to turn back their clocks one hour this weekend for the end of Daylight-Saving Time, the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 14 ♦ Nazmija Muja, 39, of no fixed address charged with possession of methamphetamine. OCTOBER 16 ♦ Jonathan
Special to IFN As many older adults experience delays in their SNAP (Food and Nutrition Services) benefits, one thing remains certain — the Iredell Council on Aging will continue to
BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire Rescue personnel, Mooresville Police officers and Iredell County EMS responded to a report of a structure collapse on Brawley School Road about 10:48 p.m. Friday.
Update: Ms. Pratt has been located, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate 78-year-old Kay Pratt. She was last seen
BY DEBBIE PAGE Fifty organizations, churches, nonprofits, and businesses lined the ESC Park Fitness Trail on Friday afternoon to hand out treats to about 2,000 kids and their families in
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board approved a rezoning request for a parcel on Byers Road and strengthened the town’s parking requirements at its October meeting. Rocky
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Fewer than 1,000 voters statewide may have received a letter [see Notice of Late Voter Registration Letter (PDF) ] in error from their county board
Dana L. Tucker ♦ Age: 55 ♦ Family: Wife, 4 children ♦ Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate in Psychology, Masters in Business Administration, Masters in Strategic Studies ♦ Professional Experience: 33+ Years military service
Lisa Qualls ♦ Age: 57 ♦ Family: Fiancé Bill Willburn; two cats, Leo and Willie ♦ Education: Attended Ohio University ♦ Occupation: Mortgage Banker ♦ Community Service: Active with Williamson’s
Justin Crews ♦ Age: 42 ♦ Family: Married to my wife for almost 17 years; together we have seven wonderful children. ♦ Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering ♦ Professional Experience: Electrical
BY KARISSA MILLER Civil Air Patrol Capt. David Leach provided a history lesson and shared some information about careers involving drones during a recent visit to Troutman Middle School. “The
Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is reminding North Carolinians to be careful they’re not buying or handing out THC-infused products that look like candy on Halloween.
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Dozens of children dressed in colorful costumes descended on Downtown Statesville on Thursday afternoon for the annual trick-or-treat event. Photo Gallery
Special to IFN Pumpkin Fest returns to Downtown Statesville on Saturday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event’s title sponsor is Flow Automotive. Admission is free. Attractions
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD From providing a safe, nurturing place for children to learn and thrive to helping senior citizens make their homes more comfortable, I-CARE is there for Iredell County.
Special to IFN RALEIGH — N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey on Wednesday announced the approved insurance rates for the 2026 Affordable Care Act. For those in North Carolina that have individual
Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office unveiled its new, state-of-the-art Mobile Command Unit, on Wednesday afternoon. Funded with a $1 million appropriation from the N.C. General Assembly and