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Fourth Creek Rotary Club donates more than $10,000 to Children’s Hope Alliance

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Fourth Creek Rotarian Chris Bates (left) presents Celeste Dominguez of Children’s Hope Alliance a check for $10,750 from the Laura Laws Memorial Golf Tournament. Fourth

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Carolina Caring to hold virtual support group for caregivers of veterans

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Carolina Caring is hosting “Walk A Mile With Me,” an online support group for caregivers, spouses and widows/widowers of veterans, beginning Tuesday, February 7, at

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Birth Announcements: January 14-19

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JANUARY 14 ♦ A boy, Anthony Nathaniel Born. born to Elizabeth Isa Born-Leslie of

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U.S. Attorney’s Office working to raise awareness of human trafficking

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News CHARLOTTE – In recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, U.S. Attorney Dena J. King has reaffirmed her office’s commitment to combat all forms of

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Sheriff: Teacher assistant at Shepherd Elementary faces misdemeanor charges for drinking wine in classroom

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A woman who was working as a teacher assistant Shepherd Elementary School faces two misdemeanor charges after a school resource officer discovered she was drinking wine while

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Call for Artists: Applications available for 2023 Spring Art Crawl

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is accepting applications from artists who wish to apply to be considered for participation in the Spring Art Crawl. The event

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Iredell Health System announces new director of accounting

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System is pleased to announce Viola Eaton as the new director of accounting. Eaton, who has worked in the Accounting Department at Iredell

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Mooresville police investigating attempted armed robbery

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville police detectives are investigating an attempted armed robbery that occurred early Tuesday morning. Officers responded to a call for service at 119 Super Sport

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Photo Gallery: MGSD marks completion of renovation projects at South, Park View elementary schools

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Mooresville Graded School District staff, board members and community supporters celebrated the completion of significant renovation projects at South and Park View elementary schools on Tuesday with

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N.C. unemployment rate remained at 3.9 percent in December

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State of North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for December 2022 was 3.9 percent, unchanged from November’s revised rate. The national rate decreased

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Health Beat: Prioritizing self-care can lead to improved physical, mental health

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The virtue of selflessness has been instilled in many of us from an early age. We are taught to take care of others and to

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Sheriff: Suspect in residential break-in apprehended after foot pursuit

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A western Iredell County resident faces felony charges in connection with a residential break-in in the southern end of the county. On Thursday, January 19, Iredell County

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Iredell Cheer Classic set for January 27 at South Iredell High

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The second annual Iredell Cheer Classic will be held Friday, January 27, in the South Iredell High School gymnasium. Doors open at 5 p.m. Cheer

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Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce to honor citizen, nonprofit and businesses of the year at annual banquet

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber will hold its Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet on Thursday, February 16, at 5:30 p.m. at the Statesville Civic Center. The

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Iredell residents weigh in on need to protect life, limit short-term rentals and reduce cost of new school construction

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER At the Iredell County Board of Commissioners meeting last week, residents spoke out on a variety of issues, including short-term rentals, designating Iredell County as a “Sanctuary

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Registration underway for 2023 Iredell County Sheriff’s Athletic League volleyball program

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Registration for the 2023 Iredell County Sheriff’s Athletic League volleyball program is now now open and runs through Friday, February 10, at 5 p.m. Registration

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NCDPI recognizes 12 educators in Iredell County who are working to master blended learning models

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) has announced the second cohort of educators from across the state who will help create a

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ICSO Felony Arrests: January 14-20

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 14 ♦ Rickie Ray Barnes Jr., 40, of June Bug Drive, Stony Point, charged with breaking

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 to $3,000 Signing Bonus)

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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,

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Chestnut Grove Community Center to host blood drive on February 20

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. You can help save lives by making a blood donation at the Chestnut Grove Community Center

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Town of Mooresville hires new Building Permitting & Inspections director

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Tommy Rowland as the new Building Permitting & Inspections director for the Town of Mooresville. Rowland has more than 22 years of experience of building

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Rescue Ranch to host Coffee with Critters on February 24

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch will host Coffee with Critters on Friday, February 24, from 8 to 10 a.m. This drop-in, free community breakfast will introduce folks to

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EnergyUnited accepting applications for Empowering the Future scholarships

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited is now accepting applications for its student scholarship program, Empowering the Future. This year, the cooperative will award $5,000 college scholarships to two outstanding

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MPD Felony Arrests: December 22 – January 10

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS DECEMBER 22 ♦ Patrick Joseph Zitiello Jr., 44, of Clay Street, Mooresville, charged with possession of a firearm by a felon. DECEMBER 23 ♦ Caleb Tony Allison,

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MGSD to celebrate completion of renovation projects at South, Park View elementary schools

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Graded School District will celebrate the completion of the district’s renovation and expansion projects at South and Park View elementary schools with a pair

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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SPD: Statesville High student faces charges after teacher finds loaded handgun in backpack

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville High School student faces drug and weapons charges after school staff found a handgun in an unattended backpack on Friday. The Statesville Police Department announced

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Viewpoint: A call for action to support our schools and community

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY ERIC TODD SCOTT SR. I would like to say thank you to Dr. Jeff James and the participants for the Iredell-Statesville Schools press conference. Great job! It was very

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NCDOR announces opening of business and individual income tax seasons

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) will begin accepting both business and individual income tax returns over the next few weeks. The NCDOR

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Couple blames Troutman town manager for injuries daughter sustained in golf cart accident

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN After their 6-year-old daughter was injured in a golf cart accident during a party for a youth football team at Troutman ESC Park, a Statesville couple is

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City of Statesville: Public Notice

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

PUBLIC NOTICE LEASE OF CITY PROPERTY The City of Statesville will vote on a lease agreement with the Lamar Companies for the use of two billboards on City properties: PIN

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I-SS: Statesville High placed on Security Alert after staff member finds firearm in classroom

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville High School was placed on Security Alert on Friday after a staff member found an unattended bookbag containing a firearm in a classroom, according to an

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Sheriff: Man facing murder charge in connection with father’s death apprehended

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A suspect in the slaying of a 65-year-old Iredell County man has been apprehended in Charlotte. Sheriff Darren Campbell said Carlton Michael Clarke, 23, was arrested Friday

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Sheriff: Two suspects face drug trafficking charges after ICSO investigation

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects, including a verified gang member, face felony drug trafficking charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (January 20)

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

  Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Current Openings Assistant Director of Planning Planning Assistant Facility Supervisor- Marketing/Programs Recreation/Parks Athletic Facility Supervisor (Part-Time)

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State of North Carolina invests $9.9 million in digital equity and literacy initiatives

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Information Technology’s (NCDIT) Division of Broadband and Digital Equity has announced $9.9 million in awards for the state’s first Digital

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