Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein and the N.C. Department of Commerce on Wednesday announced North Carolina’s new “First in Opportunity” Strategic Economic Development Plan – a comprehensive
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IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident faces felony drug and weapons charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell
Special to IFN Iredell County Animal Services, in coordination with the Bureau of Land Management, the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office and the N.C. State Highway Patrol, has captured seven of
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services reminds residents to enjoy outdoor activities safely this summer season. As warmer weather arrives, NCDHHS is sharing tips
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Mooresville town commissioners are considering a $108 million budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 that maintains the current property tax rate while calling for increases in solid
Special to IFN On Saturday, May 9, the annual U.S. Postal Service Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive demonstrated the incredible generosity and compassion of our community. Through the hard work
Special to IFN Children’s Homes of Iredell County is celebrating an extraordinary achievement this spring: all eight eligible high school seniors in the nonprofit’s residential foster care program will graduate
Special to IFN Get Noticed Nail & Skin Care Studio invites the community to attend the grand opening of its new Statesville location from 12 to 4 p.m. on Saturday,
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Tuesday signed an executive order to increase housing opportunities and affordability for all North Carolinians. Executive Order No. 36 directs cabinet agencies
Special to IFN Effective immediately, the Town of Mooresville is transitioning to enhanced Stage 2 water conservation measures to reduce nonessential water use and protect long-term water supply reliability. These
IFN Staff An Iredell County Sheriff’s Office canine played a significant role in the apprehension of suspects in a pair of unrelated crimes of domestic violence. Canine Enyo, a Belgian
Winners of the Male Athlete of the Year and Female Athlete of the Year were also announced on Monday BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The 2026 class of inductees into the Iredell
Special to IFN The FIFA Club World Cup Champions and English Premier League team Chelsea FC will be sending their official coaching staff to Statesville the week of June 22-26
Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein has proclaimed May 18-22 as North Carolina Heat Safety Week to raise awareness about the dangers that high temperatures pose to people’s health. The
BY REP. TODD CARVER One of the most common things I heard from voters on the campaign trail during the recent primary election was over the increase in property taxes. I
Special to IFN Iredell County Animal Services, in coordination with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office and the N.C. State Highway Patrol, is actively responding to ongoing reports of loose livestock
Special to IFN Henderson Properties has completed the acquisition of Parks Deter Property Management Services Inc., advancing the company’s presence in the Greater Charlotte region. The acquisition is the second
Special to IFN As schools let out for summer break, many families across the Lake Norman area face an increased struggle to put food on the table. FeedNC is calling
IFN Staff Statesville FC dropped its National Premier Soccer League home opener on Saturday, falling to visiting 865 Alliance by a score of 3-1. Slade Danforth scored the first NPSL
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville Fire Department has been serving the community for a a century and a half, growing from what was basically a bucket brigade to a modern
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council selected South Iredell High School Coach Marcus Chambers as Citizen of the Year and Exchange Club of Troutman as Organization of the Year
Special to IFN The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) has earned the “Main Street America Accredited Community” designation for the fifth consecutive year. The accredited status is the top tier of
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MAY 5 ♦ Tina Diane Little, 57, of Gator Hollow Lane, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession
Special to IFN Mitchell Community College on Saturday celebrated the achievements of more than 330 graduates who earned associate degrees in applied sciences, arts, arts in teacher preparation, engineering, fine
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The 53 graduates of the Crossroads Arts and Science Early College undertook extraordinary challenges to complete their high school education. And as a result, many left Mac
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Collaborative College for Technology and Leadership honored 48 graduates during its 20th commencement ceremony on Friday. Ava Hourihan led the event with the Irish word “slainte,”
BY DEBBIE PAGE Be Well Iredell’s “Forward Together” summit featured youth voices and powerful stories that sought to create connection, conversation, and action to reduce the stigma of mental health
IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 27 ♦ Brian Eugene Stockton Jr., 31, of Catawba Avenue, Mooresville, charged with identity theft and obtaining property
BY KARISSA MILLER The Class of 2026 at the Agriculture and Science Early College marched in to Pomp and Circumstance from behind a lush backdrop of trees that overlooked a
Special to IFN WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Pat Harrigan released a statement on Thursday after voting against a War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities
Special to IFN North Carolina fantasy author Eric Munger will hold a public signing event for his novel “Storm Grazer Rising” at Barnes & Noble in Mooresville on June 6.
BY DEBBIE PAGE About 75 attendees gathered on the Richardson Greenway on Friday morning for the 4th Annual Walk of Heroes opening ceremony. The display is organized by the Exchange
IFN Staff A Charlotte man faces felony drug charges after being stopped for a traffic violation on Brawley School Road near Mooresville. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Andres Jimenez
Special to IFN Lineworkers from EnergyUnited extended the cooperative mission of powering rural communities far beyond North Carolina this spring by helping bring electricity for the first time to the
Special to IFN Mitchell Community College recognized the achievements of its High School Equivalency (HSE) graduates during a commencement ceremony held Thursday on the Circle at the Statesville Campus. The
IFN Staff A Winston-Salem woman has been charged with stealing $18,000 from another individual’s bank account following an investigation by the Troutman Police Department. The TPD announced the arrest of