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Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff until sunset on
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized crystal methamphetamine and prescription drugs from a vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday, February
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Monday updated the COVID-19 County Alert System, which shows 27 red counties — a
Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare on Monday announced the hiring of Anna Messick as PHC’s new director of business development. Messick will manage responsibilities for provider, practice and
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell is excited to announce the release of the organization’s new smartphone application. This app helps the ICSO to connect with
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – A state railroad safety study could save lives by giving officials a better tool to prevent people from getting hit by trains. The
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2021 grant program. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, congregations, governmental and educational institutions.
FROM STAFF REPORTS As a teenager, Dorothy Woodard took a stand against racial inequality by sitting at the lunch counter of the Woolworth’s department store in downtown Statesville. She was
Special to Iredell Free News With Gov. Roy Cooper’s blessing to begin vaccinating North Carolina educators next week, Iredell-Statesville Schools employees are looking forward to Wednesday, February 24. “We are
All 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
FROM STAFF REPORTS The number schools in the Iredell-Statesville schools impacted by positive tests or possible exposure to COVID-19 declined during the week of February 12-18. According to the latest
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 12 ♦ Lawrence Schmidt, 69, of Badin Lane, Mooresville, charged with 26 counts of stalking and
Employment Opportunities Piedmont HealthCare is one of the largest physician-owned multi-specialty groups in North Carolina and the Southeast. PHC has more than 60 convenient locations and nearly 200 physicians and
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners gathered at the Ag Extension Office last week for a two-day planning retreat to discuss the county’s priorities and challenges as
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging North Carolinians to use an extra measure of caution, especially when using portable heaters
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Despite a few cancellations because of bad weather, the Town of Troutman’s Red Cross Blood Drive exceeded its goal of 18 units by collecting 30 pints
Special to Iredell Free News Make plans now to fill your car and join Iredell County Parks & Recreation on Friday, March 19, for a family Drive-In Movie Night at
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Health Department reported three more deaths attributed to COVID-19 on Friday. A total of 196 people who have tested positive in Iredell since the
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation in recognition of Black History Month during Tuesday’s meeting. “Black History Month affords special opportunity to become more
Special to Iredell Free News A Mooresville man faces multiple felony charges following a child pornography investigation conducted by the Mooresville Police Department. MPD began an investigation in peer-to-peer uploads
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Rep. Patrick McHenry visited Troutman and Mooresville on Wednesday to catch up on the changes and progress in these towns since he last represented the area
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Thousands of North Carolina parents with school-age children will soon begin receiving additional assistance to purchase food through the Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer
BY KARISSA MILLER All Iredell-Statesville Schools middle and high schools are currently operating under Plan B, which is a mix of in-person and virtual learning. Kelly Cooper, I-SS executive director
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has been notified by the federal government of continued delays in some shipments and deliveries
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to provide information on the whereabouts of two teenagers who have been reported missing ICSO deputies are currently
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town commissioners were divided Thursday in their support for a staff proposal to levy a $20 per vehicle fee on all vehicles registered in the town
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina residents should be prepared for the strong possibility of power outages due to an incoming winter storm that is forecast to arrive
BY MELINDA SKUTNICK Several key Mooresville Graded School District staff members were recently recognized by the Board of Education for their contributions to the district. Chief Financial Officer Terry Haas,
Special to Iredell Free News CHARLOTTE – Andrew Murray, United States Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, has announced that he will be stepping down as U.S. Attorney,
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JANUARY 23 ♦ A girl, Angelina Rose Viramontes, born to Marlena and Damian of
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville native Mary Dawne Clark has joined the Legacy Circle with a substantial planned gift to the United Way Endowment. The Endowment for the Future
Special to Iredell Free News A Troutman manufacturer was among 11 industries recently recognized by Gov. Roy Cooper as winners of the 2020 Governor’s Export Awards. “These diverse companies raise
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council adopted the Troutman Alternatives Study, a plan two years in the making, during Thursday’s meeting. The council also recognized several school resource
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County health officials reported five more COVID-19 deaths on Tuesday. A total of 190 people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the county since the
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council voted Monday evening to approve a Master Development Agreement with Rainier Group L.L.C. to redevelop the Vance Hotel. The agreement, in which