BY DEBBIE PAGE Two pristine white sand volleyball courts, with beautiful green turf surrounded by white pebble stone and brand new nets, now grace Troutman ESC Park after the donations
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FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville native Dani Kerr delivered a soulful performance in an appearance on “America’s Got Talent” Tuesday night that had the crowd cheering and two of the judges
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Fire Marshal’s Office has completed its investigation of a home explosion that claimed the life of an NFL player’s father earlier this
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Medicaid expansion will no longer launch October 1 as the N.C. General Assembly failed to take needed action to meet that date. The
Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series will conclude Friday night with performances by Chicago Rewired: The Premiere Chicago Tribute Band and
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the sexual abuse of a child following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren
Special to Iredell Free News The 6th Annual Iredell County Walk for Recovery will be on Saturday, September 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. at ESC Park, located at 338
To the Editor: I am a super senior a the CCTL early college in Statesville. For my graduation project, I decided to place two hand-built dog treat boxes at Stumpy
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is reminding customers of Friday Health Plans of North Carolina Inc. (FHP-NC) that they have until the end
Special to Iredell Free News The Rotary Club of Greater Statesville delivered a truck full of school supplies — with the help of Flow Toyota — to Third Creek Elementary
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigators have obtained a warrant charging a Charlotte man with murder in connection with the 2020 shooting death of a Harmony man. Sheriff
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted July 2023 unemployment rate was 3.3 percent, unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage
BY KARISSA MILLER New Principal Todd Russo is putting his own stamp on the Agriculture and Science Early College in an effort to strengthen the sense of community and improve
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 18 ♦ John Ross Alexander, 40, of E. Wilson Avenue, Mooresville, charged with three counts of
The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,
BY DEBBIE PAGE Thrills and yummy fair food will abound as the 87th Iredell County Agricultural Fair opens on Friday, September 1, at 5 p.m. with the official ribbon-cutting ceremony
PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE The Statesville Greyhounds dropped another close game on Friday night, falling to visiting Lake Norman 14-13. Statesville (0-2) will host South Iredell next Friday. Meanwhile, Lake
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Crosby Scholars will hold 2nd Annual Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling fundraiser at the Crawford Farm on Saturday, September 9. This is a
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FROM STAFF REPORTS A western Iredell County resident faces arson and animal cruelty charges in connection with a fire at a residence off Murdock Road in Troutman. The Troutman Police
Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County Endowment Committee is seeking proposals that build up the Iredell County community in new ways. In particular, the committee
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has become aware of a potential scam targeting Food and Nutrition Services beneficiaries. Within the last
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
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man is charged with sexually assaulting a woman he lured to the campus of Northview Academy early Wednesday morning. The Statesville Police Department announced the
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville is partnering with the United Way of Iredell County and other local organizations as part of a new statewide program focused
BY KARISSA MILLER Before the 2023 season opener, North Iredell High School held a dedication ceremony for the new artificial turf field. Principal Diana Jones asked Career Development Coordinator Maribeth
BY BRUCE A. JOHNSON Nearly three years ago, I was sworn in as a member of the Board of Commissioners for the Statesville Housing Authority (SHA) and the Iredell Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville announced the resignation of Town Manager Randy Hemann on Thursday. Hemann, who has led the town’s administrative staff since September of
Special to Iredell Free News Faced with an ongoing challenge that affects close to 20,000 Iredell County residents, the Iredell County Health Department and United Way of Iredell County are
Special to Iredell Free News A Mooresville man faces drug trafficking charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. After receiving complaints of illegal drug activity, Narcotics Unit detectives
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department is warning residents of an increase in motor vehicle thefts within the Statesville area. Since January 1, SPD officers have responded
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: AUGUST 9 ♦ A girl, Sawyer Torvi Hinceman, born to Eric and Holly Hinceman
FROM STAFF REPORTS Fire investigators have been unable to determine the cause and origin of the fire that destroyed three buildings in Downtown Statesville on April 25. The City of
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday announced the arrests of 13 individuals on charges stemming from ongoing narcotics investigations. The suspects were directly involved in the
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Board of Elections is holding its first ever “I Voted” Sticker Contest. All Iredell County students grades K-12 are eligible to enter.
Special to Iredell Free News LKN Communication & Leadership Club is offering local students an opportunity to harness and hone their communication and leadership skills. An informational meeting is scheduled