MPD: Suspect charged with 20 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor
IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces 20 felony charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the
Sheriff: Convicted felon arrested on gun, drug charges as a result of suspicious vehicle report
IFN Staff A convicted felon faces gun and drug charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in southern Iredell County. Sheriff Darren
Health Beat: What you should know about tobacco use
Special to IFN Did you know tobacco use is the leading cause of most preventable deaths in the United States? Although the health risks are widely known, nearly 20 percent
Gov. Stein outlines initiatives to bolster public safety across N.C.
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein spoke to the NC Sheriffs’ Association at their annual spring conference on Monday to share his appreciation for the work they do
Cpl. Hoover honored for ‘extraordinary courage’ by U.S. Marshals Service
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Statesville Police Department Cpl. Casey Hoover was honored on Monday for the courage, resilience and commitment to duty that he displayed when he was shot in the
Photo Gallery: Second annual Charles Fest attracts hundreds for day of fun
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON About 600 people attended the second annual Charles Fest in northern Iredell County on Saturday. Founder Kevin Robertson was pleased with the turnout and expressed his appreciation
Iredell County Register of Deeds Office to host Military Appreciation Drive-Thru Lunch
Special to IFN In celebration of Military Appreciation Month, the Iredell County Register of Deeds Office will honor veterans and active-duty service members with a Military Appreciation Hot Dog Drive-Thru
Statesville Woman’s Club welcomes nine new members
Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held a New Member Induction Ceremony at the club’s historic clubhouse on West End Avenue. During the special ceremony, the club’s nine
Legislative Update: Two separate bills with a common theme
BY REP. TODD CARVER While the the N.C. General Assembly was on our Easter break last week, this week is shaping up to be very busy. There are a
United Way of Iredell County honors outstanding community volunteers (Photos)
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Kneeling down to help others makes Michael Davidson feel tall. While sharing his own experiences as a volunteer for a laundry list of organizations, Davidson was also
Troutman Council considering water and sewer rate increases; proposed budget maintains current property tax rate
BY DEBBIE PAGE During its annual budget retreat this week, the Troutman Town Council reviewed Town Finance Director Justin Mundy’s proposed budget, which was created with input from the March
Gov. Stein honors exceptional North Carolinians at Long Leaf Pine and Laurel Wreath presentation
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein has inducted eight North Carolinians into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for their lifelong careers in public service. He also presented
ICSO Felony Arrests: April 16-25
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 16 ♦ Carl Adrian Miles, 33, of Tatum Road, Olin, charged with possession of stolen goods, possession
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)
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
Theatre Statesville to present ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’
Special to IFN Opening night of the Theatre Statesville production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” is scheduled for Friday, May 2. Evening performances of the upbeat musical comedy
Photo Gallery: 2025 Downtown Statesville Wine Walk
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Downtown Statesville Development Corporation hosted its annual Wine Walk on Saturday. Forty different businesses showcased a large selection of wines for participants to sample. Photos
Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 Signing Bonus)
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,
Students shine like stars at annual I-SS EC Prom (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER “Andrew,” a student at Statesville High School, was dressed to the nines in a black blazer and matching tie at Unity Center for the recent Iredell-Statesville Schools prom
SPD Felony Arrests: April 7-22
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 7 ♦ Erin Brooks Shelton, 42, of Greylin Loop, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to manufacture, sell
Sheriff: Mooresville man faces felony drug and identity theft charges
IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces several felony charges, including identity theft, after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Norman
N.C. State Board of Elections approves IDs for use in 2025, 2026 elections
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections has approved nearly 100 student and employee identification cards for use in the 2025 municipal elections and the 2026
Troutman Council to consider moratorium on residential development due to limited wastewater capacity; town manager blames City of Statesville
BY DEBBIE PAGE During this week’s annual budget retreat, Town Manager Ron Wyatt told Troutman Town Council members that residential growth is outpacing the town’s wastewater treatment capacity, necessitating the
Northview School to host College & FAFSA Completion Night for high school seniors on April 29
Special to IFN Northview School invites all high school seniors and their families to a special College & FAFSA Completion Night on Tuesday, April 29, from 4 to 6 p.m.
City of Statesville Career Opportunities (April 25)
The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or
Iredell County Health Department invites community to attend community wellness event
Special to IFN The Iredell County Health Department will host “Mindful Moments: A Mental Wellness Experience,” a community wellness event designed to promote relaxation, creativity, and emotional well-being, on Tuesday,
Iredell County plans to transition to eCourts case-management system in mid-October
Special to IFN Iredell County Clerk of Superior Court Jim Mixson announced Thursday that Iredell County will transition to eCourts on October 13. An initiative of the North Carolina Judicial
Sheriff: Two suspects face felony drug charges after traffic stop on I-77
IFN Staff Two suspects face felony drug charges after being stopped on Interstate 77 for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the
Zittle announces candidacy for at-large seat on Statesville City Council
IFN Staff Braden Zittle, a local business leader, husband and father of three, announced his candidacy for an at-large seat on the Statesville City Council on Thursday. Stressing the values
EnergyUnited Foundation donates more than $116,000 to help individuals, families and nonprofits
Special to IFN The EnergyUnited Foundation donated more than $116,000 in the first quarter of 2025 to support individuals, families and nonprofit organizations in its service area. The funding provided
MPD: Multi-agency operation culminates in arrests of seven men on felony child solicitation charges
IFN Staff A multi-agency investigation spearheaded by the Mooresville Police Department has resulted in felony charges against seven individuals, ranging in age from 25 to 91, on charges they used
North Carolina’s unemployment rate unchanged in March
Special to IFN North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted March 2025 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, unchanged from February’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.2
MPD Felony Arrests: April 1-13
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 2 ♦ Katlin Dekoa Lewis, 22, of Pondella Drive, Charlotte, charged with possession of stolen goods, possession of
Some fees at N.C. State Parks to increase May 1
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Effective May 1, reservation fees at campgrounds and vehicle entrance fees at reservoirs will increase across the state parks system, the N.C. Department of Natural
Speak Life and Live Summer Chess Camp receives sponsorship from ‘Terrible at Chess’ Club
Special to IFN In a remarkable display of cross-country collaboration, the “Terrible at Chess” Club in Los Angeles has provided sponsorship for the upcoming Speak Life and Live Chess Summer
Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame announces finalists for Athlete of the Year Awards
Special to IFN Iredell County Sports Hall of Fame officials on Wednesday announced the top senior athletes from seven Iredell County high schools who are finalists for the Iredell County
Troop 1314 welcomes newest Eagle Scout
Special to IFN McKayla A. Cable, daughter of Michael and Julia Cable, completed her Eagle Scout board on April 21, reaching a milestone attained by only about 5 percent of
Piedmont HealthCare physician performs 100th Inspire procedure for sleep apnea
Special to IFN Dr. Steven Landau, a board-certified ENT specialist with Piedmont HealthCare – Ear, Nose, & Throat, recently reached a major milestone in sleep apnea care. He successfully performed
Mpox detected in wastewater in North Carolina; NCDHHS urges public and providers to be on alert
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is asking people and providers to be on alert for mpox cases following the detection of mpox
Buchmann earns second win of the season at Phoenix Bass Fishing League event on Kerr Lake
Special to IFN Troutman resident Kaden Buchmann caught a five-bass limit weighing 17 pounds, 2 ounces, on Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H
Sheriff: Connecticut man faces felony drug charge after ICSO canine detects narcotics inside vehicle
IFN Staff A Connecticut man faces a felony drug charge after being stopped for a traffic violation on Interstate 77 by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell
Barazsu named president and COO of Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital
Special to IFN Duke Health on Monday announced the appointment of Kristie Barazsu as president and chief operating officer for Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital, effective immediately. Barazsu will be
Brown joins practice at Family Care Center of Statesville
Special to IFN Nurse Practitioner Hannah Brooke Brown has joined the practice at Family Care Center of Statesville, which is part of the Iredell Physician Network. A board-certified family nurse
East Iredell Elementary students showcase their talents on Leadership Day (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School welcomed hundreds of parents and community members to the school’s highly anticipated annual Leadership Day on Friday. “We are just so proud of
Sheriff: Two suspects face drug charges after ICSO investigation leads to seizure of three pounds of crystal meth
IFN Staff Two suspects face felony drug charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation that led to the seizure of about three pounds of crystal methamphetamine from a residence
Iredell County Community Foundation and United Way of Iredell County award $100,000 to initiative serving children and families
Special to IFN The Iredell County Community Foundation and the United Way of Iredell County, in partnership with the Iredell Health Foundation, recently announced a joint investment of $100,000 to
American Renaissance School: Public Notice
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs that American Renaissance proposes for Federal funding
NCSHP: Claremont man killed in crash on Interstate 40
IFN Staff A Claremont man was fatally injured in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 in western Iredell County on Saturday afternoon. Ramon Gustavo Navo-Almanza, 28, died at the scene
NCSHP: Man faces charges in connection with fatal crash on I-77
IFN Staff A Walkerton man faces felony charges in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on Interstate 77 in northern Iredell County on Saturday night. The N.C. Highway Patrol
ICSO Felony Arrests: April 12-17
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 12 ♦ Norman Eugene Frontis Jr., 68, of Bell Street, Mooresville, charged with identity theft, possession with
I-SS Board members, staff and student-athletes recognized for accomplishments
BY KARISSA MILLER During the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting this week, Superintendent Jeff James recognized two board members for undergoing training this year. Board members Anita Kurn and
Local legislators show appreciation for Iredell County telecommunicators
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD N.C. Rep. Jeff McNeely delivered a simple message during his visit to the Iredell County Emergency Communications Center on Thursday. “Thank you for all your hard work,”