Special to Iredell Free News The Longest Table is being set in Mooresville to celebrate community and One Good Thing! This community-building event will welcome over 1,000 community members to
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Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is launching the Inclusion Works initiative to promote competitive integrated employment for people with intellectual
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools’ Virtual Academy provides an alternative to the traditional school setting for a growing number of students. “I’ve been working with the virtual programs for eight
FROM STAFF REPORTS More than two dozen residents gave up part of their Monday evening to express their opposition to the Town of Mooresville Planning Department’s request that the town
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday announced that the NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, a division of the Governor’s office, has secured
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: SEPTEMBER 5 ♦ A girl, Chloe Sven Miethe, born to Addison and Noah Miethe
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville Community Appearance Commission recently announced the recipients of the prestigious Community Appearance Award. This semi-annual recognition is bestowed upon individuals and
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its September meeting at Forest Park Presbyterian Church. Club Historian and Past President Linda Lavinder was the guest speaker
BY KARISSA MILLER When Principal Misty Basham first drove out to the Scotts Elementary School community, it brought back strong, personal memories from her own childhood. “Just seeing this community,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — A new report showcases how North Carolina supported and invested in its child care programs so they could remain open during the COVID-19
Special to Iredell Free News The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 16th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, October 14. The event, which runs from 3 to 6 p.m.,
Special to Iredell Free News Forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging. We all have forgotten where we parked the car, or have occasionally missed a doctor’s appointment. However,
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department has identified two juveniles who made bomb threats on multiple occasions this month, disrupting classes at two Mooresville Graded School District
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — National Voter Registration Day – when election officials across the United States remind eligible individuals of the importance of registering to vote and voting
Special to Iredell Free News Skyview Lake Water Ski Club will be the host venue for the 2023 IWWF Pan American Senior Water Ski Championships on September 20-24. The event
Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch will host Dogtoberfest on Saturday, October 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Throughout the day, families and their leashed dogs can enjoy
Special to Iredell Free News The Northview Church of Christ will host a Special Needs Carnival through the church’s STAR’s Ministry on Saturday, September 30. The event will take place
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell recently announced the hiring of four new deputies. Deputies Lail, Greene and Sharpe applied and were selected for the ICSO
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 KARISSA MILLER There has been an air of excitement at Statesville Christian School during the first few weeks of the news school year. “We’re off to a great start.
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: SEPTEMBER 8 ♦ Taylen Jermon Barbour, 19, of Freedom Drive, Charlotte, charged with possession of a firearm by
BY KARISSA MILLER A long-standing tradition grew a little stronger on Saturday as North Iredell High School students and staff gathered to celebrate Raider Day. Warm weather and plenty of sunshine
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville police officers have apprehended a suspect in a machete attack that occurred at a homeless camp earlier this month. Officers took David Morgan, 71, into custody
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Special to Iredell Free News Diapers are as essential to a baby’s healthy development as a caregiver’s love. Keeping infants and toddlers clean, dry, and healthy is key to building
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Less than five months after a fire destroyed Gloria Hager’s shop in Statesville, a small crowd gathered for a special service of blessing and dedication of the
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council members voted unanimously on Thursday to deny a requested text amendment to allow an expansion of the areas where murals are allowed in
PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE The West Iredell High School Warriors defeated visiting St. Stephens in an exciting 42-41 game on Friday night to improve to 4-0 on the season as
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The 2023 Fall Art Crawl was sponsored by the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation. Photo Gallery
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Newton man has been sentenced to a minimum of nine years in prison after being adjudicated an habitual felon in Iredell County Superior Court. Following deliberations,
Special to Iredell Free News To meet the growing needs of women and children facing a housing crisis, Hope of Mooresville (HOMe) is expanding their services and opening a second
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Students from Success Institute and American Renaissance School helped dedicate the new StoryWalk at the Bentley Community Center in Statesville on Friday morning. After a ribbon-cutting ceremony,
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 7 ♦ William Edward Ware, 61, of Catalina Drive, Mooresville, charged with speeding to elude arrest, misdemeanor
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
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville officials held a town hall meeting on Tuesday evening to provide information about ongoing efforts to have the Garfield Street/Green Street Area designated as an historic
FROM STAFF REPORTS A teenager was transported to a regional trauma center early Thursday morning after being shot in the head. The Statesville Police Department is investigating the shooting. SPD