Apr
29

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

Apr
29

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

Apr
29

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

Apr
29

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

Apr
28

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

Apr
28

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

Apr
28

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

Apr
28

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

Apr
28

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

Apr
28

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

Apr
27

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

Apr
27

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

Apr
27

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

Apr
27

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

Apr
27

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

Apr
26

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

Apr
26

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,

Apr
26

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

Apr
26

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

Apr
26

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

Apr
26

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

Apr
25

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

Apr
25

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.

Apr
25

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

Apr
25

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,

Apr
25

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

Apr
25

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

Apr
24

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

Apr
24

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

Apr
24

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

Apr
23

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

Apr
23

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

Apr
23

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

Apr
23

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

Apr
23

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

Apr
22

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

Apr
22

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

Apr
22

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

Apr
22

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

Apr
22

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

Apr
21

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

Apr
21

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

Apr
21

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

Apr
21

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

Apr
21

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

Apr
21

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

Apr
20

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

Apr
20

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

Apr
20

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

Apr
20

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

Apr
20

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,”