BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Couples and family members gathered at the Statesville Civic on Sunday for the 2024 Statesville Bridal Expo to try out catering options, learn about local venues, meet
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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: FEBRUARY 9 ♦ Stephen Carter Coleman, 40, of Encino Way, San Antonio, Texas, charged with first-degree burglary.
BY MIKE FUHRMAN All indicators point to continued economic growth in the City of Statesville during the next 18 months as a result of new industrial and residential development. That
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd, including some in colorful costumes, participated in the Special Olympics of Iredell County’s 2024 Run & Plunge on Saturday morning. The water in the
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools announced plans this week to transform East Iredell Middle School into a dual immersion and world language academy. “This initiative underscores our dedication
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell Free News asked candidates in the March 5 primary election to answer several questions about their desire to serve. Troutman resident Jinaki “Jai” Peele is one
These 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
BY DEBBIE PAGE Jonathan Kevin Rice will be the featured poet at the March 9 poetry performance event at Performance Coffee in Mooresville. Rice is one of the founders of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra joined Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley in
The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members reviewed proposed changes to 34 district policies during the board’s meeting on February 12. School boards are responsible for developing and
Special to Iredell Free News Scout Sunday was observed recently at Fair View United Methodist Church in Mt. Mourne with Scouts and Scout Leaders from Cub Scout Pack #173 and
Special to Iredell Free News The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont has scheduled the 2nd Annual Randy Marion Pancake Day – Iredell’s Happiest Day for Thursday, April 18.
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville recently earned recognition as a 2023 Tree City USA. This is Mooresville’s 15th year as a Tree City USA town. The
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Speaking at the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet on Thursday evening, Gov. Roy Cooper called on local business leaders to become vocal advocates for public
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In-person early voting for the 2024 primary election began Thursday and runs through Saturday, March 2, at early voting locations across North Carolina. Statewide,
Special to Iredell Free News Five new Statesville Police Department officers were sworn in Wednesday during a ceremony in Statesville City Hall. Chief David Onley presided over the event, introducing
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education received several reports, including a variety of summer learning and credit recovery opportunities that will be available to students
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville School officials continue to shine a spotlight on the importance of developing and retaining accomplished teachers in the classroom. District officials recognized two teachers who have completed the
BY DEBBIE PAGE After retirement from teaching high school English, facing an empty nest, and helping her husband Tom recover after a life-saving liver transplant, Hope Andersen realized her life
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County commissioners on Wednesday began turning their attention to establishing the county’s budget priorities for fiscal year 2024-2025. Framing the discussion during the Board of Commissioners’
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Virginia woman faces drug trafficking charges after the vehicle she was traveling in was stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday approved a $3.3 million bid to construct a new 11,000-square-foot addition to the Facilities and Planning Building on the
Special to Iredell Free News Operation North State (ONS), its supporters and volunteers are encouraging Lake Norman area residents, organizations and businesses to help support the 9th Annual Lake Norman
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Todd Neel as the district’s director of maintenance. Neel has worked for
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Rep. Jeff McNeely choked up on Monday night as he made his final plea to voters at the Iredell County Farm Bureau Candidates Forum for their support
Special to Iredell Free News Roger and Ann Ireland have shared a lifetime of love and happiness together. Their remarkable story recently took an unexpected turn when a car accident
FROM STAFF REPORTS A teenager faces several charges, including armed robbery and threatening mass violence at a place of worship, following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff
Special to Iredell Free News During the Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department’s annual banquet, the red carpet was rolled out to recognize all the hard work and dedication of firefighters,
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville Police Department officers arrested three men and seized marijuana, prescription narcotics, cash and two handguns during a traffic stop on Saturday, February 10. Members of the
Special to Iredell Free News The Union Grove Ruritan Club will host a winter ham breakfast and candidates forum on Saturday, February 17, at the Union Grove Community Center. The
BY MIKE FUHRMAN It’s tough to make a lasting impression on voters in three minutes. But that’s what a group of local candidates attempted to do during the Statesville Branch
BY MIKE FUHRMAN John Gallina owes his life to a friend and brother in arms who insisted he and other members of his unit work late into the night to
Special to Iredell Free News For over 40 years, Bobby Joe Bingman was a farmer in Statesville. He was always ready to help those less fortunate, often lending them financial
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department and Iredell County Safe Kids Coalition will host a drug and syringe take-back event on Tuesday, March 19. The event will