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SPD: Three suspects face felony charges after officers respond to complaints about drug activity

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department’s Crime Reduction Team arrested three individuals on drug-related charges on Monday, May 11, while officers were responding to drug complaints in the area…

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I-SS board discusses proposal to alleviate overcrowding through redistricting

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools administrators spent nearly an hour Monday night walking board members through proposed school boundary changes designed to ease current overcrowding and prepare for future growth…

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Proposed budget for City of Statesville includes 12 percent increase in water and sewer rates

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

` BY DONNA SWICEGOOD City Manager Ron Smith presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the Statesville City Council on Monday evening. The spending plan maintains the current…

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Statesville Dance & Performing Arts to present annual recital on May 16-17 

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville Dance & Performing Arts (SDPA) will present its 6th Annual Recital, “ICONIC,” on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, at Mac Gray Auditorium on the…

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Iredell Health Foundation awards $24,000 to Iredell-Statesville Schools for purchase of AEDs

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_131001" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Pictured (from left) are Miles Atkins, director of Iredell Health Foundation; Genia Caldwell, I-SS lead nurse; Jeff James, I-SS superintendent; Kim Holland, Iredell Health Foundation development…

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Legislative Update: Bills that support first responders, veterans and workforce development will strengthen N.C.

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER This week I wanted to provide an update on a few bills I have signed on to support. The deadline for filing new bills has passed…

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MPD Felony Arrests: April 15-30

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 15 ♦ Catherine Elise Godbey, 35, of Park Edwards Road, Kannapolis, charged with aid and abet obtaining property…

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Health officials urge North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” to prevent tick- and mosquito-borne diseases

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As temperatures rise, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” by taking measures to reduce their risk…

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FBFF Film Series to present ‘Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid’ on May 12

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival Film Series will continue on Tuesday, May 12, with a screening of the classic “Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid” at the…

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Statesville FC drops first match of inaugural season

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130848" align="aligncenter" width="900"] The starting 11 in Statesville FC’s first-ever match.[/caption] IFN STAFF BURLINGTON — Statesville FC opened its inaugural season with a hard-fought 1-0 loss at Burlington United…

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Troutman councilman convicted of reckless driving to endanger

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Troutman Town Councilman Nicholas Jaroszynski has been convicted of reckless driving to endanger in Craven County District Court. [caption id="attachment_120951" align="alignright" width="153"] Nicholas Jaroszynski[/caption] Judge Andrew Wigmore found…

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Photo Gallery: 2026 Mooresville Day X Race City Festival

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRUCE MATLOCK The annual Mooresville Day X Race City Festival was held in Downtown Mooresville on Saturday. Photo Gallery [gallery targetsize="full" link="file" size="medium" ids="130812,130813,130814,130815,130816,130817,130818,130819,130820,130821,130822,130823,130824,130825,130826,130827,130828,130829,130830,130831,130832,130833,130834,130835,130836,130837,130838"]

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Tourists spent $37.2 billion in N.C. in 2025

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein announced this week that North Carolina set a record for tourist spending in 2025, with travelers spending more than $37.2 billion on…

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Mitchell Community College to celebrate 2026 graduates

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College will honor its graduates of associate degree, diploma and certificate programs during the annual commencement exercises planned for May 13-21. To accommodate all the…

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Rep. Harrigan discusses war, economy and more during visit to Statesville

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130852" align="aligncenter" width="682"] Rep. Pat Harrigan (right) is pictured with event moderator William Morgan, who chairs the Greater Statesville of Commerce’s Business Advocacy Council.[/caption] IFN STAFF Rep. Pat Harrigan…

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Gemstone District Cub Scouts hold annual Olympics at West Iredell High

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Gemstone District Cub Scouts recently held their annual Cub Scout Olympics at West Iredell High School. Gold medal winners from Cub Scout Packs throughout Iredell County…

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Kewaunee Scientific recognized with statewide award for Well Living program

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Kewaunee Scientific Corporation has been recognized with a major statewide award honoring the impact of its Well Living program, as the company celebrates the program’s 10-year anniversary…

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MGSD Board maintains district tax rate and facility use fees for 2026-2027

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education voted on Tuesday to maintain the district’s  tax rate of 15.5 cents per $100 valuation. The board also voted…

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (May 9)

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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…

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ICSO Felony Arrests: April 29 – May 7

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 29 ♦ Harold Lee Jackson, 58, of Herbert Lane, Statesville, charged with three counts of possession with…

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Gov. Stein urges North Carolinians to prepare for hurricane season

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Governor Josh Stein and emergency management officials are encouraging all North Carolinians to take steps to prepare for hurricanes and tropical storms. The Atlantic hurricane season…

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Iredell County manager presents $354.1 million budget proposal for fiscal year 2026-2027

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County Manager Beth Milton presented a proposed $354.1 million budget for the upcoming year to the Board of Commissioners during Tuesday’s board meeting. The spending plan,…

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CATS students awarded scholarships by Rotary Club of Greater Statesville

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130755" align="aligncenter" width="900"] Pictured (from left) are Rotarian Karen Bumgarner, CATS Principal Larry Rogers, Rotarian Brandon Crouch, Rotarian Laura Hanson, scholarship recipients Gabriella Cangero, Paisley Bennett and Brooklyn Pate,…

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Dog Mayor visits local schools to promote Mooresville Day X Race City Festival

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130752" align="aligncenter" width="749"] Mooresville Dog Mayor Annie poses for a photo with students at Pine Lake Prep.[/caption] Special to IFN As the Town of Mooresville gears up for the…

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2026 Iredell Crosby Scholars Senior Celebration honors graduating seniors

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130747" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Crosby Scholars senior officers were recognized during the event.[/caption] Special to IFN More than 400 students, parents, and education advocates gathered at the Statesville Event Center…

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Burn ban lifted within Mooresville town limits

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Based on the authority of the North Carolina Fire Code, Mooresville Fire-Rescue, in conjunction with the N.C. Forestry Service, has lifted the burning ban that prohibits open…

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New report highlights Iredell County’s growing child care challenges, urgent need for investment

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Access to affordable, high-quality child care remains one of the most critical issues facing families, employers, and community leaders in Iredell County, according to the newly released…

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220 Café owners presented 2025 Mayor’s Cup

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130691" align="aligncenter" width="789" class="popover-hover"] Pictured (from left) are Statesville Mayor Doug Hendrix, Abigail Walker, Anna Walker, Kelli Simko, John Walker, and Community Appearance Commission Chair Sherry Harris.[/caption] Special to…

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I-SS breaks ground on Parkertown Elementary School

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER School board members, local leaders and community members gathered Tuesday to break ground on the new Parkertown Elementary School. According to school officials, the project has been…

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TPD: Troutman woman charged with stealing scratch-off lottery tickets from convenience store

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff  A Troutman woman faces more than 40 charges in connection with the theft of scratch-off lottery tickets from a convenience store where she worked. [caption id=”attachment_130660″ align=”alignright” width=”151″…

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Sheriff: Troutman man charged with shooting pellet gun at vehicles on Perth Road

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Troutman man faces more than a dozen charges in connection with a series of incidents in which vehicles were damaged by rounds fired from a pellet gun…

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Top 5 Things to Know Before Handling an Immigration Case in Phoenix

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Handling an immigration case can feel overwhelming, especially in a city like Phoenix where immigration issues are part of everyday life for many families, workers, students, and business owners. Whether…

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Statesville FC preparing to open NPSL season on Saturday; I-40 Derby set for May 12

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130557" align="aligncenter" width="687"] Statesville FC opened practice on Tuesday at Jennings Park.[/caption] BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville FC head coach Nick Brown got his first look at about 20 players…

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Iredell Council on Aging receives funding through Subaru Share the Love Event

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Council on Aging has received $2,553.98 through the 2025–2026 Subaru Share the Love Event in partnership with Meals on Wheels America. The Subaru Share the…

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Extrication drill prepares CATS fire and EMT students to handle real-life emergencies (Photos)

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

[caption id="attachment_130540" align="aligncenter" width="900"] CATS fire and EMT students participated in a joint mock crash automotive extraction demonstration Friday afternoon. Fire students used spreaders, better known as jaws of life,…

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Statesville Country Club announces initiation fee adjustment, effective June 1

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville Country Club continues to experience strong membership demand as the club enters the height of the 2026 season. Reflecting this sustained growth and the club’s commitment…

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