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Special to Iredell Free News Congressman Patrick McHenry delivered remarks on Thursday at the unveiling of a statue of North Carolina’s Favorite Son, the Rev. Billy Graham. The statue of
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the William “Woody” Woodard Memorial Fire Station, held on Wednesday afternoon, marked a major milestone for the City of Statesville, the Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Emergency Communications team was honored with five prestigious awards at the recent North Carolina Chapter of the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials
Special to Iredell Free News The nine fifth-grade girls in teachers Angela Arias and Shaley Holmes’ Dual Immersion class at East Iredell Elementary School share a common interest in making
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Graded School District has announced the appointment of two new district administrators: Director of Research and Accountability The MGSD Board of Education has
Special to Iredell Free News The Full Bloom Film Festival now ranks among the top 100 best-reviewed festivals on Film Freeway for the month of April. Garnering acclaim from Film
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bid for furnishing Wire will be sent out on May 28, 2024, and will be received by the City of Statesville at the City Warehouse at
RE-BID ADVERTISEMENT INVITATION TO BID-STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT STATESVILLE RESURFACING 2024-2025 Sealed bid proposals for Street Improvement Project-Statesville Resurfacing 2024-2025 will be sent out on May 17th, 2024 and will be
BY MIKE FUHRMAN After swearing in a new officer last week, Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani joined her family outside of Town Hall. They posed for a few photos, and
Special to Iredell Free News In celebration of its 70th Anniversary, Iredell Health System is inviting the public to take part in its very first Iredell Health Scavenger Hunt. Running
Special to Iredell Free News Members of the Red Knights International Firefighters Motorcycle Club began arriving in Statesville on Wednesday for the organization’s Regional Dixie Rally. More than 350 visitors,
Ms. Teresa Faye Setzer, 62, of Cleveland, Ohio, was born in Iredell County, N.C., on March 15, 1962, and was the daughter of the late Wilbur LaFayette Setzer and Maggie
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education honored 18 retirees on Tuesday night with a special dinner followed by presentation of inscribed crystal vases as a
Special to Iredell Free News Steele Dailey has joined the local Edward Jones office of financial advisor Brian Sohovich as an associate financial advisor. In this role, Dailey will help
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Troutman is still accepting entries for the 19th Annual Independence Day Parade. Scheduled for Saturday, June 29, the Independence Day Parade will
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James announced the appointment of two new principals on Tuesday: I-SS Virtual Academy Yolanda Lindsay, assistant principal at the I-SS Virtual
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident faces felony charges in connection with an attempted robbery and assault that occurred Saturday. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Two Statesville City Council members who were offended by comments that Councilman Steve Johnson made during last Monday’s council meeting are demanding he apologize for the remarks.
Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch will host its Outdoor Explorers Day, Dino Edition, on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Throughout the day, families can
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Christian Ministries will present its inaugural Hunger Games Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, June 8, at Caldwell Park and the Statesville Country Club. Players can
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Fire-Rescue is relaunching the MFR Explorers Program. This program provides 14- to 18-year-olds invaluable experience and knowledge of the fire service, including what our
FROM STAFF REPORTS A judge has dismissed six Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members from a lawsuit filed by Iredell Free News that seeks to prevent the board from meeting
Special to Iredell Free News The Evening Exchange Club of Lake Norman is partnering with The Troutman Exchange Club to host the second annual Walk of Heroes in Downtown Troutman.
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville ABC Board is soliciting proposals for funding from community organizations involved in substance abuse. Each year, by North Carolina law, the ABC Board
BY KEVIN IMM Traffic backed up on Interstate 77 on Monday morning after a Jeep being towed behind a camper caught fire. Mooresville Ladder 5 and Troutman Engine 2 responded
Editor’s Note: As Iredell Health System celebrates its 70th Anniversary on May 1, it’s not just a celebration of passing time. It’s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of the
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Museums is now accepting registration for two upcoming summer camps. Mad Scientist Camp, which will be held June 10-14, offers participants a chance to
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 3 ♦ Davion Domonic Peterson, 29, of Elks Shoals Church Road, Alexander, charged with two counts
BY DEBBIE PAGE Statesville resident Susan Tolle was recently presented the Governor’s Medallion Award for Volunteer Service from Briles Johnson, executive director of the N.C. Commission on Volunteerism and Community
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools hosted a Prom for students with exceptionalities on Friday, May 10, at the South Iredell High School Performing Arts Center. The Chick-fil-A Leadership
Special to Iredell Free News C.R. Onsrud, manufacturer of American-made CNC machining centers, brought together its CNC manufacturing team, CNC vendors, and over 200 prospective customers and distributors for a
BY KARISSA MILLER Hundreds of new Mitchell Community College graduates who earned their associate degrees, diplomas or professional certificates were honored Saturday during a pair of commencement ceremonies at the
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 24 ♦ Robin Lynn Douglas, 37, of Ethel Lane, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine. APRIL 25
BY KARISSA MILLER Forty-five Agriculture and Science Early College students celebrated a huge moment in their lives on Friday evening. The Class of 2024 marched in to “Pomp and Circumstance”