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Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — An advisory group of school leaders convened for the third time Wednesday to discuss revising the state’s unpopular A-F school performance grading model.
Special to Iredell Free News FC Athletico’s Fiorentina won the championship in its age bracket over the weekend during the NCFC visitRaleigh.com Showcase Series, a nationally recognized event for the
FROM STAFF REPORTS For the second time in six months an Iredell County jury has failed to reach a unanimous verdict after weighing the prosecution’s evidence against one of several
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Republican Party continued its dominance in Iredell County on Tuesday as GOP candidates prevailed in every partisan race, including the race for three seats on the
BY KARISSA MILLER All veterans are invited to the annual Iredell County Veterans Day ceremony and BBQ lunch on Thursday, November 10, at West Iredell High School, 213 Warrior Drive
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is considering a five-year plan for athletic stadium upgrades at all five district high schools. The plan includes improved lighting, new
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council unanimously approved a community pet pantry project to assist community members struggling to afford pet foods in these difficult economic times. The pet
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Police Department completed its 15th Citizens Academy with a graduation ceremony and dinner at the Statesville Civic Center on November 3. Participants in
Special to Iredell Free News 158 On Main — a popular craft cocktail bar in Downtown Mooresville — is preparing to once again transform into Miracle on Main, a holiday-themed,
Special to Iredell Free News Members of the Statesville Fire Department Hazardous Materials Response Team competed in the N.C. Association of Hazardous Materials Responders Hazmat Challenge this summer. Coached by
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help identify a suspect in motor vehicle break-in in western Iredell County. On Wednesday, October 26, deputies
BY KARISSA MILLER Woodland Heights Elementary School held a school wide Veterans Day assembly Monday morning ahead of the holiday, which gave everyone a chance to thank their favorite veterans
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The North Iredell High School woman’s volleyball team capped a perfect season on Saturday by winning the NCHSAA Class 3A state championship. After breezing through their first
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department will conduct a live burn training exercise on Thursday, November 10, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 203 Island Ford
FROM STAFF REPORTS Reid Watson and Brantley Lippard are learning the value of community service at a young age. Last Tuesday, while many youngsters were enjoying a school holiday and
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Parks & Recreation has joined the ranks of elite park and recreation agencies across the country by earning accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation
Special to Iredell Free News Cub Scouts from Cub Scout Pack #173 placed American flags on the graves of veterans at Centre Presbyterian Church and Fair View United Methodist Church
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 27 ♦ Jonathan Ray Lowman, 36, of Lundy Road, Statesville, charged with larceny of a motor
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Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. There will be no garbage collection on this day.
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville will honor local veterans with seven different Veterans Day events November 7-12. The weeklong celebration will begin with a Flag Processional
Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch will host its Outdoor Explorers Day on Friday, November 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Throughout the day, families can enjoy the
Special to Iredell Free News Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will honor North Carolina’s military history with a “Military Timeline” event on November 12-13. Visitors will learn about the experiences
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. State Board of Elections offers the following tips for voters who choose to go to the polls on Election Day, Tuesday,
BY COOPER HALL Intermittent rain showers didn’t stop a large crowd from enjoying the 19th Annual Flow Automotive Statesville Pumpkin Festival in Downtown Statesville on Saturday. Photos
BY MIKE FUHRMAN A Statesville man who calls himself the “Puppet Master” is dangerously close to achieving his goal of taking control of the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education. Iredell
BY KARISSA MILLER EnergyUnited has awarded 12 local teachers with Bright Ideas grant checks, ranging from $500 to $2,000, to be used for a variety of classroom and reading purposes.
Special to Iredell Free News Dr. Amanda Bailey’s daughter, WylieRae, was diagnosed with cancer three years ago when she was six months old and has been fighting ever since. Dr.
BY SUSAN TOLLE It all started five years ago. 2018 brought us our first Central Piedmont Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention right here in Iredell County. Our
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County’s Safe Kids Coalition’s third annual holiday winter weather drive to collect new children’s hats, gloves, socks and other winter weather wear is now
The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and Iredell Free News invited all candidates in the November 8 election for the District 1, 3 and 5 seats on the Iredell-Statesville Schools
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As the end of daylight saving time approaches on Sunday, November 6, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey reminds North Carolinians: As we set our clocks
Special to Iredell Free News A Taylorsville woman was sentenced to eight years in prison on Thursday for embezzling more than $15 million from her former employer, announced Dena J.
BY DEBBIE PAGE Iredell Homeless Coalition members are collaborating to ensure homeless and housing insecure community members have food and warmth as temperatures fall and that all children have gifts
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