Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County golfers have an opportunity to test their skills at Trump National Golf Club and help prevent child abuse in our community. A four-man
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Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville City Council recently honored Pressly School science teacher Mario Grant with the Community Award for Ward 3. Mayor Costi Kutteh presented the award
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Thursday that the state is providing COVID-19 tests to colleges and universities across North Carolina to help bolster schools’
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two more people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in Iredell County have died. The Iredell County Health Department on Thursday reported the county’s 49th and 50th
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: NOVEMBER 2 ♦ A girl, Lilith Rain Bolton, born to Nicholas Bolton and Arlena Ritchie
Special to Iredell Free News The EnergyUnited Foundation has awarded a $2,955 grant to G4G (Grill for God) Ministries Inc., a faith-based, non-profit organization that helps combat food insecurity with
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is reporting the state’s highest one day number of COVID-19 cases with 3,119 cases reported.
Special to Iredell Free News To prevent further spread of COVID-19, Mooresville Graded School District officials decided Wednesday to close South Elementary School to in-person learning through Friday, November 27.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Iredell County receives applications online only. You may browse through the job openings below to learn about current employment opportunities. If you have trouble viewing the list of
Special to Iredell Free News The North Carolina Rate Bureau has requested a 24.5 percent statewide average increase in homeowners’ insurance rates to take effect August 2021, according to Insurance
The students honored all veterans with a special drive thru ceremony Tuesday. The celebration took place a day early because the school is closed on Wednesday, which is Veterans Day.
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com In the midst of rising COVID-19 cases, Troutman Town Council has decided to modify or cancel upcoming holiday events in the interest of public health and
BY MELINDA SKUTNICK The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education on Tuesday officially approved a proposal to name the district’s new school after artist and educator Selma Burke. Selma
Special to Iredell Free News HARMONY – N.C. Department of Transportation maintenance crews plan to have an Iredell County bridge closed for the next 10 days. The bridge on Rimrock
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville’s Congregation Emanuel synagogue, built in 1892, was illuminated on the evening of Monday, November 9, to commemorate Kristallnacht, or Crystal Night, the Night of
FROM STAFF REPORTS The number of cases of COVID-19 in Iredell County continues to surge with 139 new cases reported Tuesday by local health officials. The Iredell County Health Department
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Third Creek Middle School paid tribute to U.S. military veterans on Tuesday morning. Parents and visitors drove by American flags lining the parking lot as students made
FROM STAFF REPORTS Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that North Carolina’s indoor mass gathering limit will be lowered to 10 people in an effort to drive down North Carolina’s key
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Public Library is a community hub for information, including more information about the Open Enrollment period of the Affordable Care Act for 2021.
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Board of Education members on Monday rejected a proposal by district administrators to furlough four school nutrition employees and 12 Prime Time employees in January 2021.
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell health officials reported another death attributed to COVID-19 on Monday afternoon. With the latest death, 47 people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the county
Special to Iredell Free News Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will honor North Carolina’s military history with a “Military Timeline” on Saturday, November 14. Visitors will learn about the experiences
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services released new guidance for Thanksgiving celebrations and Black Friday shopping to help North Carolinians gauge
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Utility customers have a simple yet powerful way to share the warmth this winter with neighbors in need. Statesville Connects is a voluntary assistance
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools Associate Superintendent Alvera Lesane has resigned her position with the district after accepting a similar post with Durham Public Schools. Lesane, who oversaw
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating the following crime reports: October 23 ♦ NORTH POINTE BOULEVARD: Larceny of a motor vehicle ♦ BROAD STREET: Felony aggravated assault
In this interview, Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff James discusses the district’s new bus tracking mobile app for parents, how I-SS is delivering in-person instruction and preventing the spread of
BY KARISSA MILLER EnergyUnited hosted one of three virtual events on Friday to celebrate 2020 Bright Ideas that will bring innovation and technology into K-12 classrooms in nine counties. During
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Iredell County Health Department have notified parents of students at eight district schools of positive COVID-19 tests. Here is a summary of the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Under North Carolina state law, elections officials must release the number of provisional ballots cast in each county by noon two days after
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 30 ♦ Darran Deshawn Lyons, 34, of N. Mulberry Street, Statesville, charged with possession of heroin
Mobile app delivers real-time school bus tracking as well as email and push notification alerts as the bus approaches a student’s home or bus stop Special to Iredell Free News
BY KARISSA MILLER Students at West Iredell High School have devised a way to celebrate and honor the county’s veterans — and keep everyone safe — during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Special to Iredell County A new traffic pattern will begin next week along a stretch of Interstate 40 in western Davie County near the Iredell County line. About 9 a.m.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Iredell County receives applications online only. You may browse through the job openings below to learn about current employment opportunities. If you have trouble viewing the list of
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON South River Baptist Church partnered with Nutrien Ag Solutions on Thursday to feed Iredell County farmers. The guests of honor enjoyed barbecued chicken, baked beans, slaw, cookies,