FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man was arrested Monday and charged with firing a handgun after a dispute as the result of an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. Eddrick
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Special to Iredell Free News Walmart customers in Statesville were welcomed inside the newly transformed Supercenter at 1116 Crossroads Drive last week. The store’s associates marked the occasion with a
BY DEBBIE PAGE About 25 community leaders and concerned residents chose to “walk a mile in their shoes” on Tuesday evening as part of the Domestic Violence Task Force of
FROM STAFF RESULTS Voters in Ward 6 selected a new representative on the Statesville City Council and Eddie Karriker garnered the most votes in the race for the open at-large
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces three felony charges in connection with the theft of an Iredell County EMS ambulance. The Mooresville Police Department announced the arrest of Dezire Raequan
Special to Iredell Free News On Tap Crafty Brews will host its Third Annual Brat Trot 5K in Downtown Mooresville on Saturday, October 14. The 3.1-mile run begins at On
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department has received a new shipment of the updated Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, and will be making it available to the community
Special to Iredell Free News On a beautiful autumn Friday afternoon, Purple Heart Homes kicked off its annual cycling fundraiser “Take That Hill” with a special meet-and-greet reception showcasing two
Special to Iredell Free News Did you know heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Iredell County? In fact, over 18 percent of premature deaths in Iredell
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education voted 4-3 on Monday evening to oust Mike Kubiniec from his position as vice chairman. Board members Doug Knight, Charles Kelly
Special to Iredell Free News The Historic Sharpe House, located at 402 South Center Street in Statesville, is planning an array of events during the coming months. Tickets for all the
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville officials recently honored a delegation from the town’s Sister City, Hockenheim, Germany. During the October 2 town board meeting, Mooresville Mayor Miles Atkins and Hockenheim Mayor
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 3 ♦ Jeffrey Daniel Stewart, 32, of N Broad Street, Mooresville, charged with forgery, obtain property by
BY KARISSA MILLER Students at Oakwood Middle, an International Baccalaureate World School, recently had an opportunity to learn about service organizations that make a difference in the community during the
Special to Iredell Free News Saint Patrick’s Episcopal Church and the Mooresville-based musical group Musically Yours will host the 21st annual meeting of The Harp Guitar Gathering on Saturday, October
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 29 ♦ Jacob Ryan Cox, 22, of Leota Lane, Olin, was served with a true bill
Special to Iredell Free News Chestnut Grove Community Center recently held a community workday which brought together many volunteers who worked to paint, clean, and landscape the grounds. The day
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,
BY DEBBIE PAGE After the moving Walk of Heroes flag display on the greenway and the accompanying Memorial Day ceremony by the Evening Exchange Club of Lake Norman, town officials,
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 28. This initiative aims to
BY DEBBIE PAGE Under crystal blue skies on Saturday, 2023 Out of the Darkness Central Piedmont Walk Chair Susan Tolle described the event as an opportunity for connection, understanding, healing
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: SEPTEMBER 27 ♦ A boy, Trenton Daquan Adair Martin Jr., born to Trenton Martin
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Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Memorial Hospital has been recognized nationally by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce recognized the future5 young professionals award recipients on Friday morning at the Statesville Country Club. The award recipients were honored for
Special to Iredell Free News A Statesville business that was the largest herbarium in the world soon will be recognized with a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker. Established by Jewish
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two men were arrested at Friday night’s football game at Statesville High School. The game was suspended during the third quarter due to a threat of gun
FROM STAFF REPORTS Law enforcement officers evacuated the football stadium at Statesville High School during Friday night’s game due to a threat of gun violence. Statesville police officers and Iredell-Statesville
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Virginia man faces felony drug trafficking charges after being stopped on Interstate 77 by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of
Special to Iredell Free News As part of its effort to address youth violence, the Statesville Police Department will hold a community meeting on Tuesday, October 17. The meeting will
FROM STAFF REPORTS A former standout football player at Statesville High School was fatally stabbed in Atlanta, Ga., earlier this week. Chavion Qua’ne Smith, 20, was pronounced dead at Grady
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 Allen Tate Companies announced Thursday that it had forged a partnership with Royal Properties of the Carolinas Inc. to open an office in Troutman. The
To the Editor: I want to thank Mooresville Commissioner Tommy DeWeese for his public service. His recent address outlining what he has learned during his first year in office was
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday delayed a vote on a proposal to begin regulating short-term rental properties in unincorporated areas of the county. Under
Special to Iredell Free News Berl’s Commercial Supply held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new warehouse in the South Fork Business Park in Mooresville on Wednesday. The warehouse is being