Special to IFN The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally acclaimed, Emmy-nominated concert handbell ensemble will perform at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville on Saturday, November 15, as part of the Performing
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Special to IFN A woman faces felony drug charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a Statesville hotel to investigate a narcotics complaint. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Toni-Ann Lukacs as the new director of the Before and After School Program (BASP).
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is considering two options as the district prepares for its upcoming device refresh. During Monday’s board meeting, I-SS Executive Director of Digital
Special to IFN Wendy Troutman has been name director of corporate wellness for Iredell Health System. A 25-year employee of the nonprofit, Troutman began her journey as a CNA. She
IFN Staff Doug Hendrix was elected mayor of the City of Statesville on Tuesday, defeating four other candidates in the race to succeed long-time Mayor Costi Kutteh. According to unofficial
IFN Staff Former Troutman Councilman George W. Harris, who lost his seat by a single vote in 2023, was the top vote-getter in Tuesday’s race for three seats on the
IFN Staff Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney was re-elected Tuesday, but two incumbent town commissioners lost their seats, according to unofficial results. Carney garnered 2,122 votes (49.58%) to win a second
IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident faces numerous charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, after being stopped by Troutman Police Department officers. The TPD announced the arrest of Douglas Scott
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A divided Statesville City Council voted on Monday to approve the first reading of an annexation request for the site of a proposed 385-home development off Hill
Special to IFN Cub Scouts from Cub Scout Pack # 173 recently placed American flags on the grave sites of veterans at Centre Presbyterian Church and Fair View United Methodist
IFN Staff A Statesville man has been arrested in connection with the theft of electrical wiring from a residential construction site following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Rate Bureau has requested an overall 68.3 percent statewide average rate increase for dwelling insurance policies, with the proposed implementation over a two-year period.
Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council invites the community to attend a special Small Works Show featuring fine artist Amy Sullivan on Wednesday, November 5, from 5:30 to 7
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON As Veterans Day approaches, American Renaissance School is honoring those who have served in the military with two special patriotic window displays. Christmas trees decorated with around
BY MIKE FUHRMAN At this critical time in the city’s history, Statesville needs a mayor who can work effectively with city employees, other elected officials and business leaders from diverse
IFN Staff A Love Valley resident faces several felony charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy on Wilkesboro Highway. Sheriff Darren Campbell
BY DEBBIE PAGE The 2025 Empty Bowls Annual Fundraiser benefitting Fifth Street Ministries will be on Sunday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, located
BY DEBBIE PAGE During the October Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell meeting, Susan Willis of Partners Health Management presented information about the Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiatives. North Carolina is one of
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
BY KARISSA MILLER NB Mills Elementary School hosted its trunk-or-treat and family reading night on Thursday. Student dressed up as Pokémon characters, princesses, dinosaurs, cheerleaders, superheroes and more while going
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 24 ♦ Jeremie Garrett Moore, 37, of Fox Run Drive, Statesville, charged with malicious conduct by a
Special to IFN RALEIGH — For registered voters in 447 cities, towns, and villages across 88 North Carolina counties, Election Day is Tuesday, November 4. The 2025 Municipal Elections Map
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd enjoyed live music, dance performances, classic cars, festival foods, the Kids Zone and unique crafts at the 22nd Statesville Pumpkin Fest. Photo Gallery
Frank Owens ♦ Age: 80 ♦ Family: Wife and Daughter ♦ Education: Mooresville High School ♦ Professional Experience: Police Executive Management program, various other work-related college classes ♦ Volunteer/community service: Chairman, Mooresville Rescue Squad Foundation,
Scarlett Overbay-Inman ♦ Age: 52 ♦ Family: Married with two daughters ♦ Education: Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte ♦ Professional Experience: I have worked in
H. William Compton Jr. ♦ Age: 70 ♦ Family: Single ♦ Education: Mitchell Community College, AA; University of North Carolina Charlotte, BA. ♦ Professional Experience: Educator. Marketing. Sales. ♦ Community
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
Special to IFN As North Carolinians prepare to turn back their clocks one hour this weekend for the end of Daylight-Saving Time, the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 14 ♦ Nazmija Muja, 39, of no fixed address charged with possession of methamphetamine. OCTOBER 16 ♦ Jonathan
Special to IFN As many older adults experience delays in their SNAP (Food and Nutrition Services) benefits, one thing remains certain — the Iredell Council on Aging will continue to
BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire Rescue personnel, Mooresville Police officers and Iredell County EMS responded to a report of a structure collapse on Brawley School Road about 10:48 p.m. Friday.
Update: Ms. Pratt has been located, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate 78-year-old Kay Pratt. She was last seen
BY DEBBIE PAGE Fifty organizations, churches, nonprofits, and businesses lined the ESC Park Fitness Trail on Friday afternoon to hand out treats to about 2,000 kids and their families in
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board approved a rezoning request for a parcel on Byers Road and strengthened the town’s parking requirements at its October meeting. Rocky
BY SARA HELMICK The United Way of Iredell County and our dedicated partner agencies have long been committed to supporting our neighbors in need—and that commitment remains unwavering. As the



