Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Tuesday led a group of 23 governors in an effort to urge congressional leadership to support the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP),
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Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections on Tuesday unanimously approved a plan to attempt to collect missing identification numbers for voters lacking them on the state’s
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell has been conducting community interviews with teens to gather data on the extent of their alcohol use and their attitudes about underage
To the Editor: I’m not angry because the Troutman Town Council voted to approve the Clontz Hill Road rezoning and annexation requests. I’m angry because of why they approved it.
BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Thanks to nine days of great weather last fall, 15 students from Iredell County will receive $2,000 scholarships. The Statesville Kiwanis Club recently presented the scholarship checks
Special to IFN Statesville-based Children’s Homes of Iredell County has been selected as a Lowe’s Hometowns project, one of 100 community-nominated, large-scale renovations that will revitalize nonprofit and community spaces
To the Editor: If you have ancestors who lived in Iredell County, your help is needed to help celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our country in 2026 by submitting an
Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Office of the State Auditor has released preliminary information from its ongoing audit of the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), including how DMV
IFN Staff A Harmony couple faces numerous felony and misdemeanor charges related to child and animal abuse following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Exchange Club of Troutman gathered recently to honor a local child abuse prevention organization and club members who exemplified leadership, service and commitment to the community
BY REP. TODD CARVER Last week I voted against HB 948, which has been dubbed the PAVE Act. It was brought forward by a member of the Mecklenburg County legislative
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 14 ♦ Brandon Scott Brooks, 30, of Davis Trail Lane, Troutman, charged with possession of methamphetamine, maintaining
IFN Staff Congressman Pat Harrigan on Sunday expressed his support for the U.S. military strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities in three locations. “The United States executed a highly successful strategic
BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire-Rescue, Shepherds Volunteer Fire Department and Iredell County EMS personnel were dispatched to a crash on Mt. Ulla Highway about 7:22 a.m. on Sunday. Responding units
Special to IFN In a new partnership with The University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s William States Lee College of Engineering, Bobcat Company is supporting the next generation of engineers,
Special to IFN “I’m not sick, so I don’t need a doctor.” “I don’t want to talk about my health.” “I’m just going to man up.” Do any of these
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville celebrated Juneteenth in a big way on Saturday. It was a day of remembrance, celebration, and sharing. Numerous guest speakers, musicians and 82 vendors participated in
IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: MAY 16 ♦ Justin Smith Davidson, 20, of Kerr Street, Statesville, charged with possession of a schedule VI controlled
IFN Staff Four boys sat around a table, talking about life, death and the grief that follows with a wisdom that is breathtaking for their young age. They agreed that
Special to IFN RALEIGH — With summer temperatures rising, Labor Commissioner Luke Farley and the N.C. Department of Labor (NCDOL) are reminding employers and workers alike to take simple, effective
Special to IFN The 2025 City of Statesville Fireworks Celebration is set for Thursday, July 3, at 9:30 p.m. The display will be launched from the Signal Hill Mountain Bike
BY DEBBIE PAGE Pam Navey, chair of the Iredell Homeless Collaborative and a community resource officer with the Statesville Police Department, began June’s meeting by reminding the community that in
Special to IFN Rotary Club of Statesville/Fourth Creek recently donated $25,000 to establish a Family Resource Center in The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital. This beautiful space includes: ♦ Child-friendly seating;
BY KEIN IMM Troutman Police Department and Troutman Fire Rescue personnel responded to a vehicle fire in the Wendy’s parking lot off Charlotte Highway about 4:37 p.m. Friday. TPD officers
Special to IFN Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and the Iredell Arts Council are excited to bring Make Music Day Downtown Statesville to the community on Saturday, June 21. Statesville is
IFN Staff Beyond the Building Ministries is a family effort, founded several years ago by Pamela Johnson, her daughter Deanna Ocampo, and Deanna’s husband Estevan. In the past five years,
Special to IFN Pharos Parenting recently announced an expansion of its office and classroom space to better serve parents and families in Iredell and north Mecklenburg counties. Located at 1602
Special to IFN Iredell County Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Jenn Bosser has been appointed to the N.C. Economic Development Association (NCEDA) Board of Directors. Bosser will serve a
Special to IFN RALEIGH — On Tuesday, June 24, the political party affiliations of about 34,000 North Carolina voters registered with four parties — Constitution, Justice for All, No Labels,
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved the county’s $343.8 million budget for fiscal year 2025-2026, which begins July 1. The adopted budget represents $22
Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival on Thursday announced its official film selections for 2025. A total of 46 films from 17 countries have been selected to screen
BY JEFF CORBETT I once attended an incredible workshop at Arizona State University taught by professor Dr. Robert Cialdini, an often-quoted expert in all things dealing with persuasion, and today
Special to IFN The Statesville Community Appearance Commission recently announced the winners of the 2025 Spring Community Appearance Awards, which recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing the
Special to IFN High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is known as the silent killer. It can go undetected for years while causing permanent internal damage to your body.
Special to IFN The Rotary Club of Statesville Endowment recently awarded $25,500 to 16 local nonprofits for the spring 2025 grant period. A reception will be held at Randy Marion
Special to IFN The Statesville Juneteenth Committee has planned three days of programming and community events for the 2025 celebration. The Statesville Juneteenth celebration started in 1995. Much of the