FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James on Tuesday publicly criticized N.C. lawmakers for diverting taxpayer money to private schools and for failing to significantly increase teacher pay. During

Special to IFN Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Leslie Mendelson is scheduled to perform on the stage at the Iredell Arts Council at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 19. Riding high on praise

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council on Monday night approved the first reading of a plan to build almost 1,400 homes on 600 acres of farmland near the

BY KARISSA MILLER Amber Ford had never spoke publicly about some of the challenges her son Landon faces with autism. That changed last week when the mother of five stood

Special to IFN Piedmont HealthCare is excited to announce the addition of Kayce Johnson as a director of operations. As the organization continues its rapid expansion, with over 70 locations

BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Hon. Robert Alvis Collier Jr. was remembered on Saturday afternoon for his fairness and compassion as a judge, for his unconditional love for his family, friends

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its September meeting at the historic clubhouse. The guest speaker was Kevin Angell, director of Children’s Homes of Iredell County, and

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a young woman early Sunday morning. Officers responded to a report of a

BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell Adult Day Services (IADS) Program Director Debbie Howell presented the Troutman Town Council with information about the program ‘s efforts to serve elderly Iredell County residents.

Special to IFN RALEIGH — In conjunction with Suicide Prevention Week, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services released a new report, “Transforming North Carolina’s Behavioral Health System: Investing in

Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owner of a vehicle involved in two separate larcenies in northern Iredell County. The

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District School Board of Education received a clean 2023-2024 audit report, which Chief Financial Officer Angie Davis credited to the district’s financial team

Special to IFN The U.S. Attorney’s Office has intensified federal efforts to address the surge in mail thefts by increasing the prosecution of cases involving stolen mail, announced Dena J.

Special to IFN If you’re in search of community that values friendship, learning, adventure and leadership, look no further than the world of Girl Scouting. Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to

Special to IFN Masters of Soul will take the stage at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville on Saturday, September 21, to open the 2024-2025 season of Performing Arts Live. The

FROM STAFF REPORTS The mission of Carolina Farm Trust is to strengthen the local food system in the Carolinas. It couldn’t get more local than it did Tuesday evening for

  Special to IFN The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series returns to Downtown Statesville on Friday evening with the smooth sounds of the 70s and 80s with

Special to IFN American Renaissance School will host the Downtown Harmonies Music Festival on Saturday, September 14. Organizers promise a full day of live music, food, artisan crafts, and family

BY MIKE FUHRMAN After working in restaurant management in Charlotte for about 15 years, Dante Reid grew weary from the long hours and frequent phone calls on his day off.

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners will wait to vote on a proposal to restrict the density of future residential development in rural areas until it receives

BY AMY FUHRMAN Even after 100 years, it’s still possible to surprise Rachel Spencer now and again. Following Sunday services at Covenant ARP Church, Spencer walked into a church hall

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services will hold a public webinar to mark World Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday, September 10. This comes

Special to IFN A Gallery Crawl will be held in Downtown Mooresville on Friday, September 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.