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Iredell Arts Council to feature artwork of Mary Fiorillo in new exhibition

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council invites the public to attend an opening reception for an exhibition featuring works by artist Mary Fiorillo on Wednesday, January 7. The reception

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The Lonely Children’s Fund helps unite child with father

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REBECCA LaMANNA In April of 2025, a one-year-old boy who had been placed in foster care after being removed from his mother’s care was united with his biological father,

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A community of good food, friends and golf

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Membership at Statesville Country Club reaches new heights after major capital investment BY MIKE FUHRMAN Visitors to Statesville Country Club can’t help but be impressed by the championship-caliber golf course,

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities (January 4)

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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NCDHHS offering free residential radon test kits

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — In recognition of National Radon Action Month, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is providing 8,000 free radon test kits at radon.ncdhhs.gov. Radon exposure

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The IFN Year-in-Review: Our Most-Read Articles from 2025

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Readers of Iredell Free News articles, obituaries and commentary set a new record for pageviews in 2025, clicking on our content 6,710,872 times. Here are our most-read articles

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Audit of NC Education Lottery shows smaller percentage of sales revenues being invested in public education

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has released the statutorily required financial statement audit of the North Carolina Education Lottery. The audit, performed

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ICSO Felony Arrests: December 26 – January 1

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 26 ♦ Cameron Max Burleyson, 24, of Trace Court, Troutman, charged with attempted first-degree burglary and misdemeanor

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (January 3)

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Birth Announcements: December 19-27

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: DECEMBER 19 ♦ A girl, Haven Leigh Bailey, born to Brittany and Tanner Bailey of Mocksville.

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Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation awards grant to FeedNC

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN FeedNC has received $5,500 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger. The Nourishing our Neighbors grant supports community feeding partners by

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Iredell Arts Council announces impressive programming lineup for 2026

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

pecial to IFN The Iredell Arts Council (IAC) has announced its 2026 programming, unveiling a year of concerts, art shows, film, and spoken word events that continue to position the

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The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital welcomes the first baby of 2026

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Joseph Jenkins made his appearance as the first baby of the new year at Iredell Memorial Hospital on January 1. The precious baby boy arrived at 9:49

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NCDHHS: Child presumed positive for measles in N.C.

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services announced a case of measles in an unvaccinated child in Polk County. The child had visited locations

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Elmore promoted to Iredell County Extension director

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN North Carolina Cooperative Extension has announced the appointment of Laura Elmore as the new Iredell County Extension director. Elmore brings nearly ten years of dedicated service to

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Viewpoint: Let’s all try to smile more in 2026!

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JEFF CORBETT In his autobiography, Walmart legend Sam Walton recalled his time as a student at the University of Missouri in Columbia and his plan to run for president

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Shepherds, Troutman fire departments conduct joint training exercise (Photos)

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Shepherds and Troutman fire departments conducted fire training on Wednesday at Shepherds’ training facility. The scenario given to firefighters was a car fire in front of an

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Lonely Children’s Fund contributions exceed $24,000

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Through December 23, contributions to the Lonely Children’s Fund totaled $24,175. The campaign’s goal is $30,000. Donations help support foster children in Iredell County during the holidays and

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Firefighters battle blaze at Republic Recycling facility in Mooresville (Photos)

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire-Rescue and Shepherds Fire Department personnel responded to a report of a structure fire at Republic Recycling off McKenzie Road about 2:50 p.m. Wednesday. Arriving units

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N.C. attorney general sues U.S. Department of Education in effort to recover $50 million in federal funding

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH – N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson is suing the U.S. Department of Education for unlawfully terminating nearly $50 million in federal education funding for North Carolina

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Matthews announces campaign for seat on Iredell County Board of Commissioners

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Angela Wokatsch Matthews has filed to run for a seat on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners.  “Iredell County Is my home. I was born in Statesville, grew

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MPD: Sixth suspect charged with murder in connection with shooting at Mazeppa Park

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department on Wednesday announced an additional arrest in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred at Mazeppa Park on Tuesday evening. Christopher Noe Flores, 17,

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City of Statesville experiencing moderate drought conditions

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is currently experiencing a Stage D1 Moderate Drought, according to the N.C. Drought Management Advisory Council. This announcement follows the recent update to

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Sheriff: Statesville man charged with violating N.C. Sex Offender Registry requirements

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A registered sex offender faces new charges after he reportedly failed to comply with state laws prohibiting him from visiting certain places and requiring him to report an

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Statesville Fire Department announces command staff and officer promotions

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Fire Department has announced several promotions within the command staff and officer ranks. These promotions, which take effect January 5, reflect the department’s continued commitment

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Troopers: Salisbury woman killed, two children critically injured in crash on Bell Farm Road

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Salisbury woman was fatally injured early Tuesday morning when she lost control of her car and crashed into another vehicle in eastern Iredell County, according to the

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Sheriff: Two suspects face drug trafficking charges after ICSO deputies find meth, fentanyl, cash and firearm in vehicle

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two suspects face felony drug trafficking charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies investigated a tip provided by a law enforcement agency in Western North Carolina over the

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MPD: Teen shot and killed during attempted robbery at Mazeppa Park

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Six Statesville teens face murder charges after a juvenile was shot and killed during an attempted robbery at a popular Mooresville park on Monday evening.  Officers responded to

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Iredell Memorial Hospital implementing visitor restrictions due to increase in respiratory illnesses

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN As respiratory illnesses continue to spread in North Carolina, Iredell Memorial Hospital is responding to the challenge of treating those with serious symptoms, while protecting other patients

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U.S. Senate confirms Ferguson as U.S. attorney for Western District of N.C.

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Russ Ferguson will lead the U.S. Attorney’s Office as the presidentially-appointed U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina following his confirmation by the U.S. Senate

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MPD: Statesville man faces charges after police pursuit ends in Rowan County

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces a felony charge and the possibility of losing his vehicle after failing to stop for a Mooresville police officer who attempted to stop him

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Sheriff: Suspect faces drug charges after traffic stop on Salisbury Highway

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IF Staff An eastern Iredell County resident faces felony drug charges after being stopped for a motor vehicle violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced

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Retired educator embraces latest crowning achievement

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN When Ann Nivens entered her first pageant as a teenager, she had no idea what her life’s journey would be. As a 15-year-old, she signed up

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities (December 28)

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Statesville Woman’s Club supports annual SPD toy drive

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its December meeting at organization’s historic clubhouse. Special guest entertainment was provided by local entertainers Erin Tide, featuring Veda and Rick

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MPD Felony Arrests: December 1-15

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 1 ♦ Marshall Alexander Jr., 39, of McIntyre Ridge Drive, Charlotte, charged with possession with intent to sell

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