BY KARISSA MILLER Hundreds of new Mitchell Community College graduates who earned their associate degrees, diplomas or professional certificates were honored Saturday during a pair of commencement ceremonies at the

BY KARISSA MILLER Forty-five Agriculture and Science Early College students celebrated a huge moment in their lives on Friday evening. The Class of 2024 marched in to “Pomp and Circumstance”

Special to Iredell Free News Mount Pleasant A.M.E. Zion Church will celebrate 156 years on Sunday, May 19, at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Dr. J.C. White and members invite

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council on Thursday honored Donna Lambert of H.E.L.P. Ministries of Troutman as the Citizen of the Year and Lowe’s Home Improvement as the Organization

BY DEBBIE PAGE About 100 community members and leaders gathered on Friday morning to launch the “Be Well Iredell” initiative, part of a statewide movement to improve the well-being and

BY JABRIA WILLIAMS In a moving ceremony, the Crossroads Arts and Science Early College celebrated the remarkable achievements of its Class of 2024.  Ashley Carroll, a distinguished 2024 graduate with Summa

BY JABRIA WILLIAMS Eighteen aspiring law enforcement officers reached a major milestone on Thursday as they were honored for completing Mitchell Community College’s Basic Law Enforcement Training program. Mitchell Community

Special to Iredell Free News Have you heard the phrase, “Time heals all wounds?” While this saying can make us feel better in certain situations, it’s not necessarily true. Chronic

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will host the 2nd Annual Street Concert on Saturday, May 11, promising an evening filled with electrifying performances and vibrant community

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council is preparing to present its 2024-2025 budget for public consideration, with the public having a minimum of ten days to examine the budget

BY DEBBIE PAGE More than 500 people gathered at Beulah Baptist Church on Tuesday morning to honor fallen officers across North Carolina at the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony.

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council met before a packed gallery on Monday to discuss several rezoning requests by developers looking to rezone and possibly annex nearly 520

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and Democratic legislative leaders held a press conference on Monday outlining new legislation that would place a moratorium on more taxpayer-funded

BY KARISSA MILLER There were squeals of delight and smiles on children’s faces inside the gym at Troutman Elementary School on Monday afternoon as a giant rainbow parachute was lifted

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Emergency Management officials encourage residents to plan and prepare for hurricanes and other severe weather by updating their emergency plans and supply kits.

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Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College will honor over 700 graduates with an associate degree, diploma and/or certificates during the annual commencement exercises planned for this May. To

BY KARISSA MILLER High-fives and lots of cheering rang through the halls for a couple of minutes as older students, dressed in graduation caps and gowns, walked the hallway of

FROM STAFF REPORTS Sheetz held the grand opening for its new store at 195 Old Mocksville Road in Statesville on Thursday. The new location is their fourth location in Statesville

BY DEBBIE PAGE Though suicide and self-harm are serious problems in North Carolina, effective prevention strategies and community support systems can reduce the number of tragic deaths and injuries, according

N.B. Mills Elementary School students enjoyed a day of fun Friday.  BY KARISSA MILLER Under blue skies, N.B. Mills Elementary School students spent most of their day outside at Field

The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The West Iredell High School JROTC program held its awards ceremony on Wednesday. Among the award recipients were three cadets who were recognized for the bravery they

BY KARISSA MILLER The buzz of a quadcopter drone filled the air on the field at East Iredell Middle School on Tuesday. Sixth-grader Jasiyas Smith, 12, moved his drone forward

BY DEBBIE PAGE The United Way of Iredell hosted the first annual Iredell County Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards on Tuesday night at Little Joe’s Chapel in Barium Springs. After the