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Category: News & Features

MPD Felony Arrests: June 1-15

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 2 ♦ Joey Eugene Richards, 44, of 5th Street, Statesville, charged with two counts of larceny and three

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Health Beat: Taking action early can make a difference for Alzheimer’s patients and caregivers

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN More than 55 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia. Being a caregiver for someone with this disease can feel like uncharted territory. Ben

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State fire marshal urges North Carolinians to exercise caution with fireworks

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH As North Carolinians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks —

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North Carolina’s unemployment rate held at 3.7 percent in May

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 3.7 percent in May, unchanged from April’s revised rate. The national rate remained at 4.2 percent. The

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Horizon Church in Statesville hosts local author

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Horizon Church in Statesville hosted area pastor and author Michael Maffucci to speak about his recent book, “Submission and Authority: God’s Design for Order,” on June 22

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Trinity firefighters limit damage after rapid response to garage fire off Weston Road (Photos)

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Trinity Fire Department personnel were alerted for a structure fire on Weston Road about 1:43 p.m. on Thursday. Firefighters from Monticello, Central, Stony Point fire departments, along

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Troutman firefighters, police officers rescue motorist from overturned vehicle

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire & Rescue, Troutman Police Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to an overturned vehicle with entrapment on Perry Road about 10:55 a.m. Thursday.

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‘Pure Joy!’ Statesville man receives gift of sound

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Thanks to the Miracle-Ear Foundation, Statesville resident Najee Glover is looking forward to continuing to learn to play the guitar and being able to hear his girlfriend’s

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State elections board appoints four members to Iredell County Board of Elections

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The State Board of Elections made appointments to the 100 county boards of elections in North Carolina during its meeting Tuesday. Appointed to the Iredell County

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Driving Systemic Change: FOODiversity to share insights at national conference

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN FOODiversity staff members will report the impacts of the Mooresville-based nonprofit’s Food Delivery Program, Early Introduction Parent Program, and disaster relief efforts during this weekend’s Center for

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Gov. Stein inducts nine North Carolinians into Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein on Wednesday inducted nine North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their contributions to our state. “I am proud to

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I-SS announces appointment of new Lake Norman High School principal

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James on Wednesday announced the appointment of Nic Allen as the new principal of Lake Norman High School. Allen, who currently serves as

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Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital honors providers during White Coat Ceremony

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital celebrated a significant milestone that marked the integration of mission, values, and care during its inaugural White Coat Ceremony on June 18.

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CRTPO accepting public comments on regional transportation project list through July 19

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) has opened a 30-day public comment period for the 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Draft Fiscally Constrained Project List. Official

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City of Statesville seeking applicants interested in serving on Board of Adjustment

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is currently accepting applications to fill three vacancies on the Board of Adjustment, including: ♦ Two seats for residents within the city limits;

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MPD second assistant chief selected to attend FBI National Academy

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mooresville Police Department Second Assistant Chief Rhonda Faust has been selected to participate in the 295th session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va. The FBI

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Gov. Stein leads national effort to protect critical food and nutrition program

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Tuesday led a group of 23 governors in an effort to urge congressional leadership to support the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP),

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N.C. elections board approves plan to collect missing identification numbers from certain voters

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections on Tuesday unanimously approved a plan to attempt to collect missing identification numbers for voters lacking them on the state’s

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DACI interviews provide insight into Iredell teens’ alcohol use and attitudes toward drinking

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell has been conducting community interviews with teens to gather data on the extent of their alcohol use and their attitudes about underage

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Statesville Kiwanis Club awarding $30,000 in college scholarships

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Thanks to nine days of great weather last fall, 15 students from Iredell County will receive $2,000 scholarships. The Statesville Kiwanis Club recently presented the scholarship checks

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Children’s Homes of Iredell County awarded Lowe’s Hometowns grant

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville-based Children’s Homes of Iredell County has been selected as a Lowe’s Hometowns project, one of 100 community-nominated, large-scale renovations that will revitalize nonprofit and community spaces

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City of Statesville: Public Notice

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

In June 2024, the Statesville Fire Department officially relocated from the former Fire Station 1. As part of that move, the Plymovent exhaust removal system previously installed in the apparatus

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Preliminary N.C. DMV audit highlights need for additional staffing and workforce flexibility

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Office of the State Auditor has released preliminary information from its ongoing audit of the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), including how DMV

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Sheriff: Couple faces numerous charges after eight kids, two dogs are found living in squalor

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Harmony couple faces numerous felony and misdemeanor charges related to child and animal abuse following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced

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Exchange Club of Troutman honors service to community, installs new officers

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Exchange Club of Troutman gathered recently to honor a local child abuse prevention organization and club members who exemplified leadership, service and commitment to the community

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Legislative Update: HB 948 would give Mecklenburg County an unfair advantage in transportation funding

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER Last week I voted against HB 948, which has been dubbed the PAVE Act. It was brought forward by a member of the Mecklenburg County legislative

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ICSO Felony Arrests: June 14-20

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 14 ♦ Brandon Scott Brooks, 30, of Davis Trail Lane, Troutman, charged with possession of methamphetamine, maintaining

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Rep. Harrigan: Military strikes were necessary to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Congressman Pat Harrigan on Sunday expressed his support for the U.S. military strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities in three locations. “The United States executed a highly successful strategic

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Mooresville Fire-Rescue personnel extricate driver from overturned vehicle on Mt. Ulla Highway

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire-Rescue, Shepherds Volunteer Fire Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to a crash on Mt. Ulla Highway about 7:22 a.m. on Sunday. Responding units

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Bobcat partners with University of North Carolina at Charlotte on scholarships, STEM initiatives

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In a new partnership with The University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s William States Lee College of Engineering, Bobcat Company is supporting the next generation of engineers,

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Health Beat: A conversation about men’s health

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN “I’m not sick, so I don’t need a doctor.” “I don’t want to talk about my health.” “I’m just going to man up.” Do any of these

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2025 Juneteenth celebration attracts a crowd to Downtown Statesville (Photo Gallery)

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville celebrated Juneteenth in a big way on Saturday. It was a day of remembrance, celebration, and sharing. Numerous guest speakers, musicians and 82 vendors participated in

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MPD Felony Arrests: May 16-31

Posted on June 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MAY 16 ♦ Justin Smith Davidson, 20, of Kerr Street, Statesville, charged with possession of a schedule VI controlled

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Sharing the Light: Camp Rainbow provides grieving children with healthy coping skills (Photo Gallery)

Posted on June 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Four boys sat around a table, talking about life, death and the grief that follows with a wisdom that is breathtaking for their young age. They agreed that

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N.C. Department of Labor launches ‘Beat the Heat’ campaign

Posted on June 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — With summer temperatures rising, Labor Commissioner Luke Farley and the N.C. Department of Labor (NCDOL) are reminding employers and workers alike to take simple, effective

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City of Statesville to host Fireworks Celebration on July 3

Posted on June 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The 2025 City of Statesville Fireworks Celebration is set for Thursday, July 3, at 9:30 p.m. The display will be launched from the Signal Hill Mountain Bike

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