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Category: News & Features

Volunteers make improvements at Lake Norman State Park

Posted on June 1, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Friends of Lake Norman State Park (FLANO) volunteers recently completed work on improvements at the Group Camp area in Lake Norman State Park. During several

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Chief Justice Beasley issues new emergency orders staying evictions and extending filing deadlines

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News N.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley has entered three additional emergency orders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The orders extend several existing emergency

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ICSO Felony Arrests: May 22-29

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 22 ♦ Bradley Carlton Sarno, 28, of Buckwheat Drive, Statesville, charged with habitual misdemeanor assault and

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Commissioners weighing impact of COVID-19 on county’s 2020-2021 budget

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners reviewed the $230.3 million budget for the 2020-2021 fiscal year during two budget workshops this week. Weighing heavily on commissioners was the potential toll

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Gov. Cooper extends moratorium on utility shut-offs and implements evictions moratorium

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Saturday signed Executive Order No. 142 to extend the prohibition of utility shut-offs and implement a moratorium on evictions.

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SPD Arrests & Crime Reports: May 21-26

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following arrests: MAY 25 ♦ Nora Mize Hill, 39, of Fifth Street, Statesville, charged with breaking or entering, second-degree burglary, second-degree

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ICSO deputies recover stolen property and vehicle; two suspects face charges

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face felony charges related to the larceny of a vehicle and the theft of more than $1,000 worth of tools and other items in separate

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Rescue Ranch to reopen for summer programs while assisting local pet owners in need

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Animal education nonprofit reopens with precautions to protect guests and animals Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch has reopened its doors and education programs to the public following guidance

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Statesville ABC Board accepting proposals to support substance abuse education and prevention efforts

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville ABC Board is soliciting proposals for funding from community organizations involved in substance abuse education and prevention. Each year, by North Carolina law,

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Sheriff: Man who beat female relative with guitar faces felony assault, robbery charges

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A 21-year-old man faces felony charges in connection with the assault and robbery of a female family member following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.

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EnergyUnited Bright Ideas education grant season in full swing for local educators

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

  Educators can apply for grants up to $2,000 to fund innovative projects Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited is reminding teachers throughout its 19-county service area that its Bright

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Iredell health officials report 11 new cases of COVID-19; 155 people across county now presumed recovered

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell health officials reported 11 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday afternoon, increasing the county’s total to 251 cases. Among those cases: ♦ 83 people are currently

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Courts to reopen on June 1 with COVID-19 precautions

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Chief Supreme Court Justice Cheri Beasley has announced that North Carolina courts will resume much of their regular activity beginning June 1 With that in

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Darty joins family law firm after swearing-in ceremony

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free Jordan Darty was recently sworn in by Superior Court Judge Joe Crosswhite. His sister, attorney Kaleigh Darty, held the Bible for her brother with their parents,

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Cloverleaf Elementary, an IB World School, sends off fifth-graders

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The teachers and staff at Cloverleaf Elementary, an International Baccalaureate World School, know how to send a message. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements,

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Troutman Independence Day Parade rescheduled for August 15

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The 16th Annual Troutman Independence Day Parade and fireworks show, originally planned for June 27, has been rescheduled for Saturday, August 15, due to COVID-19 restrictions

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Iredell Psychiatry forges partnership with Kintegra Health to better serve patients’ mental health needs

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Psychiatry, a practice within Iredell Health System’s Iredell Physician Network, will become a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) effective June 1, thanks to a

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N.C. Division of Prisons resumes limited offender transfers to accommodate jail and court system movements

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Division of Prisons has resumed a limited number of inmate transfers to make room for other offenders sentenced to state prison.

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Mooresville commissioners to consider $70.84 million budget at June 1 meeting

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town commissioners are scheduled to consider and approve the town’s budget for fiscal year 2020-2021 during a special meeting on Monday evening. Town Manager Randy Hemann

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MPD Arrests: May 15-22

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following arrests: MAY 15 ♦ Quintavious Dianta Calhoun, 30, of Broadwell Avenue, Calhoun, S.C., charged with trafficking in cocaine, trafficking in

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NCDHHS launches campaign to reach historically marginalized populations about COVID-19

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is using radio and video messages to reach historically marginalized populations to share important messages

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Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department announces parks, facilities plans for Phase II of reopening

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department is continuing to evaluate local, state, and national guidelines in regards to COVID-19 and the phased reopening plan issued

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Iredell commissioners approve plan for distributing $3.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER More relief is coming to help Iredell County residents and public health response efforts related to COVID-19. Iredell County commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to accept $3.2

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Virtual Job Fair scheduled for June 4-5

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Economic Development Corporation and Lake Norman Economic Development are collaborating in an effort to help match employers currently hiring with job seekers. Centralina

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Gov. Cooper announces disbursement of COVID-19 relief funds; Iredell to receive $3.2 million

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that $85.4 million in federal funds provided for COVID-19 relief to counties will be disbursed this week. Three

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Town of Mooresville reports pair of wastewater discharge incidents

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News On Saturday, May 24, the Town of Mooresville had a discharge of untreated wastewater of approximately 4,200 gallons at Reed Creek Pump Station, located at

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Iredell health officials report 20 new cases of COVID-19, raising total number of cases in county to 233

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Following the holiday weekend, the Iredell County Health Department reported 20 new cases of COVID-19, increasing the number of laboratory confirmed cases in the county to 233.

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Sheriff: Two men face charges following weekend shooting

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two men face charges in connection with the shooting of an eastern Iredell County resident over the weekend during a dispute at the victim’s home.  Iredell County

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Birth Announcements: May 11-21

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital reported the following births: MAY 11 ♦ A boy, Memphis Lloyd Bittinger, born to Karl and Brooke Bittinger of

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Iredell farmers, ranchers eligible for financial assistance through USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – Agricultural producers can now apply for USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which provides direct payments to offset impacts from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Carry the Load Memorial Day Walk honors fallen U.S. military personnel (Photos & Video)

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A group comprised mostly of civilian and sworn officers from the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office trekked from Mooresville to Statesville on Monday to pay tribute to U.S.

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SPD Arrests & Crime Reports: May 7-20

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following arrests: MAY 9 ♦ Preston Levi Kovanda, 31, of Statesville charged with larceny of a firearm, identity theft, and being

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Iredell health officials confirm COVID-19 outbreak at second long-term care facility

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department received notice on Sunday, May 24, of a COVID-19 outbreak in a second Iredell County long-term care facility. At this

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Unity Project: I-SS graduates support each other, community through photo shoot

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KRISTA BAKER When the governor’s stay-at-home order forced school officials to cancel prom and other senior activities, we as parents thought they deserved so much more. So we came

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Wyatt declines Troutman town manager position, plans to continue serving as register of deeds

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Ron Wyatt has decided to decline the Troutman town manager position and fulfill his current term as Iredell County register of deeds, which runs through November

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ICSO Felony Arrests: May 15-21

Posted on May 24, 2020 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 15 ♦ Jesse R. Garcia, 31, of Bronx, N.Y., charged with possession with intent to maufacture,

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