Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department will host its annual Night Out event on Tuesday, October 3, in Downtown Statesville. This free community gathering is being held
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Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley announced Monday that DHHS will launch Medicaid Expansion on
Special to Iredell Free News Many parents would agree that they know their child well. They believe they can easily read their child’s expressions and emotions and would immediately know
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County man faces nearly three dozen felony charges in connection with the fraudulent use of a company fuel card following an investigation by the
Special to Iredell Free News The countdown is on for an evening that promises to be nothing short of spectacular! R. Gregory Jewelers, the esteemed High Roller sponsor, invites everyone
FROM STAFF REPORTS The N.C. General Assembly has approved a $29.8 billion state budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 that expands Medicare coverage to 600,000 low-income North Carolinians and makes vouchers
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 14 ♦ Juan Gabriel Carreron-Nino, 48, of Country Park Road, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine
Special to Iredell Free News The members of Girl Scout Troop 13187 in Mooresville recently earned their Bronze Award. Sydney, Olivia, and Stephanie decided to support foster kids who often
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,
Special to Iredell Free News For the third year in a row, Iredell COAST will sponsor its annual Community Christmas Program. Iredell COAST Community Christmas provides local children with a
Special to Iredell Free News The Student Government Association of Mitchell Community College will present a Cars on Campus fundraising event at Mitchell’s Workforce Development Center campus location at 701
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
FROM STAFF REPORTS PHOTOS BY AMANDA CALDWELL There were rainbows, smiles and hugs in abundance on Saturday as people greeted each other with enthusiastic wishes for a “Happy Pride Day!”
BY ERIC TODD SCOTT SR. The “book-banning mommas” in our community and elsewhere are consciously ignorant in their thinking. They say they are Christians, but remind me of Hitler’s Nazi
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System was recently recognized at the Charlotte Business Journal’s annual Health Care Heroes Awards ceremony. Through its Health Care Heroes program, the Charlotte
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces charges in connection with the attempted armed robbery of an employee of the Truist Bank in Troutman. About 9:04 a.m. Friday, Troutman Police
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 The Iredell County Board of Commissioners had a light meeting agenda this week, but several commissioners had plenty to say on a variety of matters. After members
FROM STAFF REPORTS All seven candidates for three contested seats on the Statesville City Council in the October 10 election participated in a forum on Wednesday at the Iredell County
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville is partnering once again with Welcome Home Veterans Living Military Museum and Richard’s Coffee Shop for this year’s Veterans Week celebrations.
Special to Iredell Free News Volunteers from Iredell, Catawba, Alexander and Rowan counties are joining the thousands of people who are gathering in towns across the United States to promote
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville woman faces felony drug charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) has presented Southern Notions business owner and MDC Board Member Stephanie Hathaway with the Russ Crimi Above and Beyond Award.
Special to Iredell Free News The Longest Table is being set in Mooresville to celebrate community and One Good Thing! This community-building event will welcome over 1,000 community members to
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is launching the Inclusion Works initiative to promote competitive integrated employment for people with intellectual
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools’ Virtual Academy provides an alternative to the traditional school setting for a growing number of students. “I’ve been working with the virtual programs for eight
FROM STAFF REPORTS More than two dozen residents gave up part of their Monday evening to express their opposition to the Town of Mooresville Planning Department’s request that the town
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday announced that the NC Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, a division of the Governor’s office, has secured
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: SEPTEMBER 5 ♦ A girl, Chloe Sven Miethe, born to Addison and Noah Miethe
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville Community Appearance Commission recently announced the recipients of the prestigious Community Appearance Award. This semi-annual recognition is bestowed upon individuals and
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its September meeting at Forest Park Presbyterian Church. Club Historian and Past President Linda Lavinder was the guest speaker
BY KARISSA MILLER When Principal Misty Basham first drove out to the Scotts Elementary School community, it brought back strong, personal memories from her own childhood. “Just seeing this community,
Editor’s Note: This viewpoint was presented during a recent Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting. BY ARYA MEHTA I want all of you, real quick, to think of yourself when
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — A new report showcases how North Carolina supported and invested in its child care programs so they could remain open during the COVID-19
Special to Iredell Free News The Stony Point Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 16th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, October 14. The event, which runs from 3 to 6 p.m.,
Special to Iredell Free News Forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging. We all have forgotten where we parked the car, or have occasionally missed a doctor’s appointment. However,