BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools’ middle and high school students are getting exposed to high-tech and clean-energy career opportunities. And they don’t have to travel far to see what jobs
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Party Like It’s 1873! Town of Mooresville planning 150th Anniversary Celebration
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2023 with over 150 events and activities occurring in the town throughout the year. Signature
Troutman Council approves several zoning-related issues, economic development agreement
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com A quorum of Troutman Town Council members approved a rezoning request and several zoning-related text amendments to the Unified Code of Ordinance on Thursday night. The
Iredell Museums to present Living History Day at Gregory Creek Homestead on August 20
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Museums will present a Living History Day at the Gregory Creek Homestead in Statesville on Saturday, August 20. This event will focus on what
Suicide Prevention: Out of the Darkness Walk planned for October 1 at Statesville High School
Special to Iredell Free News Sign up now to participate in the annual Central Piedmont Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention. You can join as a team,
Statesville native acclaimed for operatic performance in San Francisco
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville native Scott Lee performed the role of Papageno in Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” this past week to rave reviews by critics. Lee is a
Dorisia Green Burks
Dorisia “Doris” Green Burks of Statesville, N.C., was called home on August 12, 2022, where she was greeted by her husband Edward Burks. She was born January 30, 1933, in
Viewpoint: Let’s shine a light on the service of Iredell County veterans
BY GENE HOUPE Each year we come together as a nation on Veterans Day to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of brave Americans who have served our country
Local churches unite for VBS geared toward celebrating diversity, tackling racism
FROM STAFF REPORTS When four local churches came together in the shared goal of addressing racism with local children, they were intimidated by the prospect of tackling such a difficult
I-SS Board approves rate increase for use of activity buses, signs off on contracts for EC services
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools will increase its activity bus fees due to the rising cost of fuel. The Board of Education approved a recommendation from staff this week to
5th Annual Iredell Walk for Recovery set for September 17
Special to Iredell Free News The 5th Annual Iredell County Walk for Recovery will be on Saturday, September 17, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Troutman’s ESC Park (338 North
Laurence “Larry” Rasmussen
Laurence “Larry” Rasmussen, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022, at Gordon Hospice House after a brief but serious illness. Larry was born on February 4,
Iredell Health System announces appointment of new director of Information Systems
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System is pleased to announce Shelly Brown (MSN, RN) as the new director of Information Systems. Brown has worked at Iredell Health System
Registration underway for Kids Biz Expo planned by Statesville Chamber
Event gives entrepreneurs from in grades K-12 chance to showcase their business Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce has planned its 3rd Annual Kids Biz
North Iredell High grad to screen ESPN documentary at Full Bloom Film Festival red carpet event
Sheldon Candis announced as first recipient of ‘The Buzz’ award Special to Iredell Free News Sheldon Candis started a buzz at the Sundance Film Festival in 2012 with his film
Town of Mooresville investing $33 million in facilities projects to enhance community
Special to Iredell Free News Travel any direction in Mooresville and you will see evidence that the town and surrounding area is growing rapidly. Mooresville has evolved from a small
Charles Brian Cooley
Charles Brian Cooley, 58, of Mooresville, N.C., unexpectedly passed away at his home on Saturday, August 6, 2022. Brian was born in Winston-Salem, N.C., to Harry and Cozie Cooley. He
Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Concert featuring Phatt City rescheduled for September 23
Special to Iredell Free News The teams at the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation & the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce would like to extend their sincere apologies to everyone who
Troutman Council considering changes to speed hump, noise, and remote participation policies
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Possible policy change discussions dominated the Troutman Town Council agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, including debate on speed hump installation and noise ordinances. With the expiration
James Franklin Rickert Jr.
James Franklin Rickert Jr., 70, of Cleveland, N.C., went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 6, 2022. James was born August 29, 1951, to James Sr. and
Sheriff: Northview Academy teacher faces additional charges as a result of ongoing sex crimes investigation
FROM STAFF REPORTS An Iredell-Statesville School’s teacher who was free on bond sex charges involving a minor faces additional charges as a result of an ongoing investigation by the Iredell
Iredell County EMS reports ‘scary’ increase in overdoses, overdose deaths in recent weeks
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreene3ws@gmail.com There has been an increase in overdoses and overdose deaths in Iredell County over the past few weeks. Terri Blankenship, a member of the Iredell County
Video: Gardner begins tenure as Mooresville Graded School District superintendent
New superintendent discusses what attracted him to the Mooresville Graded School District, areas in which it excels and his plans for his first year, and more.
Mooresville police asking public to help identify suspect in counterfeit money investigation
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in a recent fraud case involving the use of counterfeit currency. On
Health Beat: It’s time to get proactive about cholesterol
Special to Iredell Free News Nearly 94 million Americans have borderline high or high cholesterol, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet many people have no idea
Piedmont HealthCare announces transition of Full Circle Family Medicine to Fox Internal Medicine
Special to Iredell Free News Piedmont HealthCare welcomes Dr. Jessica Fox to Fox Internal Medicine, previously known as Full Circle Family Medicine. This transition will be following Dr. McNabb’s retirement
Girls on the Run forming teams in Iredell County for Fall 2022 season
Special to Iredell Free News Registration is now underway for the Fall 2022 season of Girls on the Run in Iredell County. The nonprofit is also seeking volunteer coaches. Participants
Iredell County Crosby Scholars planning Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling fundraiser at Crawford Farm
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Crosby Scholars will hold Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling fundraiser at the Crawford Farm on Saturday, September 10. The event will raise money
ICSO Felony Arrests: July 29 – August 4
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JULY 29 ♦ Kevin Dwayne Reavis, 43, of Graig Lane, Stony Point, charged with assault by strangulation
An Amazing Experience: Long-time friends celebrate sobriety milestone with skydiving adventure
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Jessica Prichard is afraid of heights. And she’s not a big fan of flying either. But when she jumped out of an airplane in Rowan County last
Patricia Mayhew Stewart
Patricia Mayhew Stewart, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was called home on Saturday, August 6, 2022, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Pat lived a life full
David Randall Perry
David Randall Perry, 63, of Statesville, N.C., passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on August 4, 2022. He was born on May 6, 1959, in Statesville to the
Alexander Christian Turner
Alexander “Alex” Christian Turner, 26, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Alex was a man of many interests. He shared a love of
Speak Life and Live summer camps provide opportunities for enrichment, empowerment and fun
Special to Iredell Free News Speak Life and Live has continued its annual summer camps to help keep kids active and thinking throughout the summer. This summer’s enrichment program included
Viewpoint: Is there a balm in Gilead? The Church in post-Roe America
BY REV. H. STEPHEN SHOEMAKER The Hebrew prophet Jeremiah cried out on behalf of his people and nation. It was wracked by rampant greed and deceit, and the lives of
City of Statesville Career Opportunities (August 5)
Applications are being accepted online only. You must apply for open positions online by clicking the link below. For step by step instructions how to apply online, please click HERE.