BY MIKE FUHRMAN Juan Mendoza can’t read a note and doesn’t have much of an interest in singing. But the 22-year-old Statesville resident is passionate about music, and he’s living
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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: DECEMBER 22 ♦ John Junior Jackson, 20, of Mount Olive Road, Statesville, charged with conspiracy and aiding
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Way before Netflix was a thing, Eric Wilson and his father were watching PBS when a program came on that showcased famous hot dog joints across the
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
Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed on Monday, January 1, in recognition of New Year’s Day. The Statesville Fitness and Activity Center & Bentley
FROM STAFF REPORTS Readers clicked on iredellfreenews.com more than 5.3 million times in 2023. Here’s a rundown of our 23 most-read news and feature articles in 2023: 1. Massive fire
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
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey and the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), remind seniors who have Medicare Advantage plans to review their coverage and
BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Police Chief Josh Watson recently introduced two new furry members of his department to the community and the town council. Watson noted that K-9 officers and
Special to Iredell Free News EPOC Enviro’s first U.S.-built SAFF unit rolled off the production line earlier this month at its Mooresville location, launching a local supply of PFAS remediation
Piedmont HealthCare is one of the largest physician-owned multi-specialty groups in North Carolina and the Southeast. With more than 70 convenient locations and over 210 physicians and providers across multiple specialties,
BY DEBBIE PAGE Over a hundred people gathered Thursday afternoon to heap praise on Statesville Police Department Community Resource Coordinator Pam Navey, who is retiring after serving 40 years in various
Special to Iredell Free News Holiday returns aren’t easy! And we don’t mean the part where you explain to your mother why you returned the sweater she gave you. Stores
FROM STAFF REPORTS The local Fraternal Order of Police Lodge has applied for a special-use permit to operate a shooting range at its property off Wing Drive near Statesville. The
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Burritos N Ribs owner Ana Johnson, along with Iredell-Statesville Schools Coordinator of Alternative Learning Services Mark Vaughn, helped put some smiles on children’s faces Wednesday morning. For
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for November 2023 was 3.5 percent, up 0.1 of a percentage point from October’s revised rate. The national rate decreased
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Republican Women, the Republican Women of LKN, the Iredell Republican Patriot Men, the Iredell County Republican Men’s Club and the Iredell County GOP
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 15 ♦ Cameron Jamel Connor, 32, of no fixed address, Statesville, charged with two counts of
BY KARISSA MILLER Lisa Mozer is leading a series of tours in an effort to teach residents about Statesville’s Black Historic District and to bring awareness about the need to
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper recently commuted the sentence of one person in a North Carolina prison and granted pardons of forgiveness to four others.
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — An annual nationwide tradition will continue on January 1, 2024, as North Carolina joins other states in offering First Day Hikes at state
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 9 ♦ Albert Lee Kirk Jr., 56, of W. Wilson Avenue, Mooresville, charged with possession of a
BY KARISSA MILLER Recent student performance data suggests Iredell County taxpayers are getting a solid return on their investment in public education. During the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education’s December
Special to Iredell Free News During the Statesville Woman’s Club’s December luncheon meeting, the club collected unwrapped toys for children in need in the community for Christmas. Members brought art
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 KARISSA MILLER The 2023 North Carolina Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Northwest Regional Leadership Conference was hosted by Crossroads Arts and Science Early College at Mitchell Community College
BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School recently hosted Academic Day which allows students to spotlight what they have learned so far this school year. “It makes me proud that
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Circle of Giving recently presented the proceeds of its Winter White Gala to two local nonprofits. Representatives of Purple Heart Homes and A Servants Heart for
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,
Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and the Leadership Advisory Board have announced the 2023-2024 Leadership Statesville class. Leadership Statesville is dedicated to fostering and
Special to Iredell Free News When you think of winter health concerns, you may think of colds, flus, respiratory illnesses, or even temperature-related diseases like hypothermia or frostbite. However, the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — With Christmas rapidly approaching, Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Emergency Management (NCEM) will once again be monitoring Santa’s progress as he approaches North Carolina.
FROM STAFF REPORTS Troutman Elementary School’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes recently held its third annual “Spread the Cereal” food drive. Between December 11-19, FCA members encouraged all students to donate
BY JAIME GATTON He’s a little bit crazy, a little bit cool, a self-described “goof” and an unabashed “mama’s boy.” He’s Brad Kalmikoff, owner of Crazy Cool Collectibles at 348
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