Sep
14

 Mooresville mayor signs business development agreement with Finnish town

Special to IFN Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney has signed an agreement with the Town of Riihimäki in Finland to collaborate on the development of aerospace and defense development. According to

Sep
14

Randy Marion Ford hosting food drive for Iredell Christian Ministries

IFN Staff Randy Marion Ford in Statesville is partnering with Iredell Christian Ministries to help ensure that food insecure households in our community have enough to eat. The dealership, located

Sep
14

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

Sep
14

ICSO Felony Arrests: September 5-11

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 5 ♦ Emma Jane Babcock, 34, of Greenland Drive, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine and a

Sep
13

Troutman Council approves financing resolution for purchase of Keystone facility, hears library strategic plan

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council on Thursday approved a resolution to pursue a financing agreement with the Local Government Commission (LGC) to fund the acquisition of the Keystone

Sep
13

Hospitalists play critical role in patient care at Iredell Memorial Hospital

Special to IFN For decades, it was standard practice for primary care providers to manage the care of their patients both in-clinic and at the hospital. This all changed in

Sep
13

Mooresville man faces drug trafficking charge as a result of MPD investigation

IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces drug trafficking charges as a result of an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the arrest of James Robert Gabriel Jr.,

Sep
13

East Elementary celebrates student growth and Grandparents Day (Photos)

BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School celebrated meeting growth for the 2024-2025 school year on end-of-year standardized tests recently. “This milestone is a testament to the dedication, perseverance, and

Sep
13

Gov. Stein announces issuance of Standing Orders to increase access to COVID-19 vaccines

Special to IFN RALEIGH — To increase access to safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for those who so choose, Gov. Josh Stein on Friday directed the State Health Director Dr.

Sep
12

City of Statesville Career Opportunities (September 12)

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

Sep
12

CRTPO to hold meeting of Beyond 77 Coalition’s Executive Committee

Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) will hold a meeting of the Beyond 77 Coalition’s Executive Committee on September 24. The meeting will be held from

Sep
12

ICPYC’s Pampered Pantry meeting growing need for diapers

Special to IFN The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children’s Pampered Pantry continues to meet a critical need in our community by providing diapers and wipes to families struggling to

Sep
12

Faust graduates from FBI National Academy

Special to IFN Rhonda Faust, second assistant chief for the Mooresville Police Department, graduated from the FBI National Academy as a member of the 295th session. The graduation took place

Sep
12

Central Elementary School holds Patriot Day ceremony to remember those lost on 9/11 (Photos)

BY KARISSA MILLER Students, teachers and staff at Central Elementary School gathered around the flagpole on Thursday to honor all patriots, first responders and firefighters and remember the thousands of

Sep
11

Birth Announcements: September 1-8

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: SEPTEMBER 3 ♦ A girl, Rosalind Jeanette Burns, born to Rockne and Chelsea Burns of Statesville.

Sep
11

Record number of women pursuing law enforcement training at Mitchell Community College

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College is proud to announce its largest-ever cohort of women enrolled in the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program this fall. With 14 women beginning

Sep
11

Artist, therapy dog enjoy special visit to Cloverleaf Elementary School students (Photos)

BY KARISSA MILLER When students in Kristine Mifsud’s second-grade class at Cloverleaf Elementary School learned they were going to have a special visitor, they had no idea who would be

Sep
11

Statesville Council, I-SS officials meet in effort to improve communications

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Iredell-Statesville Schools officials and the Statesville City Council met on Tuesday in an effort to improve communications between the two entities. I-SS Superintendent Jeff James and Chief

Sep
10

Sheriff: Two suspects face drug-trafficking charges after being stopped by ICSO deputy

IFN Staff Two suspects face drug trafficking charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy stopped their vehicle on Wilkesboro Highway. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of  Matthew Charles

Sep
10

Family displaced by house fire on Sharon School Road (Photos)

BY KEVIN IMM West Iredell Fire Department personnel, along with the Troutman and Monticello firefighters, were dispatched to a report of a structure fire on Sharon School Road about 3:31

Sep
10

Wooten honored for 50 years of service by North Carolina Rescue Association

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Steve Wooten, one of the original paramedics for Iredell Emergency Medical Services when it was formed 50 years ago and a long-time member of the North Iredell

Sep
10

2nd Annual Ham Day returns to Troutman on October 4

Special to IFN The Troutman Exchange Club is now accepting pre-orders for its 2nd Annual Ham Day fundraiser. Back by popular demand, Ham Day offers the Troutman community an opportunity

Sep
10

Tilley named director of employee relations for I-SS

Special to IFN Nichole Tilley, principal of Lake Norman Elementary School, has been promoted to director of employee relations for Iredell-Statesville Schools. In her new position, Tilley will lead efforts

Sep
09

Troutman Council discusses imposing 24-month moratorium on new residential development

Council also taking steps toward purchasing Keystone Powdered Metal Company facility BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council began discussions of imposing a 24-month residential building moratorium during its agenda

Sep
09

Special Olympics coordinator honored for contributions to local program (Photos)

Special to IFN Bobbi Williams had a surprise waiting for her recently at the Statesville Fitness & Activity Center. Registration information for the Special Olympics Sports Program of Iredell County

Sep
09

Sheriff: New York man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop on I-77

IFN Staff A New York man faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

Sep
09

Piedmont HealthCare opens new Allergy, Asthma & Immunology practice in Statesville

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare is excited to announce the opening of its new Allergy, Asthma & Immunology practice in Statesville. Leading the practice is Dr. Arfa Faiz, a double

Sep
09

Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County to host 2nd Annual Celebrating the Journey Gala

Special to IFN The 2nd Annual Celebrating the Journey Gala benefiting the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House will be held on September 26 at The Peninsula Club in Cornelius. The

Sep
08

Full Bloom Film Festival celebrating 10 years of cinema in Downtown Statesville

Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival (FBFF), a signature event of the Iredell Arts Council, has released its full schedule of screenings, events, and special programs for its

Sep
08

Sheriff: Statesville man faces 11 felony charges after traffic stop

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces 11 felony charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Coty

Sep
08

NCDHHS celebrates 988 Day, recognizes anniversary of ASL Services being offered through 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services celebrated national 988 Day and commemorated the second anniversary of American Sign Language (ASL) service being available

Sep
08

Bobcat MT120 Mini Track Loader made in Statesville remains in running in Coolest Thing Made in NC contest

Special to IFN The NC Chamber announced Monday that the Bobcat MT120 mini track loader is one of the 10 semifinalists in the large business category for its annual “Coolest

Sep
08

Crosby Scholars to welcome new, returning students during upcoming open house

Special to IFN Crosby Scholars of Iredell County will welcome new and returning students on Tuesday, September 16, during the organization’s annual open house. This year’s gathering takes place as

Sep
07

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

Sep
07

Iredell County’s unemployment rate dipped to 3.5 percent in July

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Iredell County’s unemployment rate dipped slightly in July to 3.5 percent, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce. The county’s unemployment rate was 3.6 percent

Sep
07

ICSO Felony Arrests: August 22 – September 5

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 22 ♦ Lander Herbert Bustle III, 49, of Ivydale Road, Harmony, charged with possession with intent to

Sep
07

Full lineup of performers for Downtown Harmonies announced

Special to IFN American Renaissance School is excited to announce the full lineup for Downtown Harmonies 2025, headlined by nationally recognized family bluegrass band The Biscuit Eaters. “This year’s lineup

Sep
07

Iredell Health System to host 2nd Annual Lacing Up for a Cure 5K

Special to IFN Get ready to lace up for a cure on Saturday, October 4, at the Statesville Family YMCA! The Lacing Up for a Cure 5k, hosted by Iredell

Sep
06

Sheriff: Harmony man faces numerous sexual exploitation of a minor charges

IFN Staff A Harmony man faces numerous felony charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material following an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the

Sep
06

Former residents of Brookwood Inn stepping into new lives with community’s help

BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell Homeless Collaborative chair Pam Navey said the Brookwood Inn closing is both a sad and good thing as it changes the lives of the folks who

Sep
06

Photo Gallery: A big night at Greyhound Hollow

BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville High School celebrated the unveiling of a new playing surface and the 50th anniversary of Greyhound Hollow on Friday night. The football team made the night

Sep
06

The PTSD event seeks to raise 988 awareness, provide service dog education

Special to IFN Suicide isn’t about not loving those closest to you. It’s often the crushing weight of PTSD, chronic pain, or invisible wounds of war. And when a veteran

Sep
05

Photo Gallery: Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Concert featuring Chocolate Chip & Company

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Chocolate Chip & Company brought the funk, the rhythm and the blues to Downtown Statesville for the latest edition of the Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert

Sep
05

MGSD receives clean financial audit; district’s fund balance now exceeds $24.3 million

BY DEBBIE PAGE During Tuesday’s Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education meeting, the board unanimously approved the district’s 2024-2025 audit report from Anderson, Smith and Wike’s Shannon Dennison, who

Sep
05

Sheriff: Suspect faces charges in residential break-in

IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces charges in connection with a residential break-in and larceny following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

Sep
05

City of Statesville Career Opportunities (September 5)

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

Sep
05

Birth Announcements: August 12-31

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: AUGUST 12 ♦ A boy, Sawyer Lee Auton, born to Cruz Auton and Harley Shoemaker of

Sep
04

Full Bloom Film Festival kicks off with free outdoor screening of ‘The Goonies’

Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival, in partnership with the City of Statesville Recreation & Parks, invites the community to kick off festival weekend with a free outdoor

Sep
04

Sheriff: Registered sex offender faces new charges after undercover investigation

IFN Staff A registered sex offender faces new felony charges following an undercover investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Christopher Sean Resue, 30, Woodlawn Drive, Statesville,

Sep
04

Pharos Parenting to host annual golf tournament at Trump National Charlotte

Special to IFN Pharos Parenting will hold its 6th annual charity golf tournament, FORE! Child Abuse Prevention, on Monday, October 20, at the Trump National Golf Club Charlotte in Mooresville.

Sep
04

Downtown Mooresville reaccredited by Main Street America

Special to IFN The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) has once again earned the National Accredited Main Street America designation. This is the fourth successive year the MDC has been awarded