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

Posted on May 18, 2025 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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N.C. Department of Labor launches human trafficking awareness website for lodging and rental industries

Posted on May 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Labor (NCDOL) has launched a new public awareness website to support implementation of human trafficking prevention laws in the lodging and

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Class of 2025: Commencement speaker encourages Mitchell Community College grads to ‘bet on themselves’

Posted on May 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College honored over 400 graduates of associate degree, diploma and certificate programs during the annual commencement exercises held on May 17 at the Mooresville Performing

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Photo Gallery: Iredell Arts Council hosts street concert in Downtown Statesville

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Court Street was filled with people enjoying live music, art, food and community on Saturday evening as the Iredell Arts Council hosted a free street concert in Downtown

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Class of 2025: CCTL grads urged to ’embrace every challenge and opportunity’

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Graduates of the Collaborative College for Technology and Leadership walked across the stage on the Circle at Mitchell Community College on Friday afternoon to a chorus of

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Class of 2025: Crossroads grads advised to ‘never underestimate the impact of kindness, integrity, and hard work’

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Crossroads Arts and Science Early College Principal Alicia Eller praised the Class of 2025 at the school’s commencement ceremony on Friday afternoon, congratulating them on earning just

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Class of 2025: ASEC grads lauded for ‘earned success’

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Class of 2025 at the Agriculture and Science Early College marched in to Pomp and Circumstance from behind a lush backdrop of trees that overlooked a

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Walk of Heroes: Flags wave in Troutman to celebrate service members and to honor those who sacrificed all (Photos)

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Walk of Heroes, 300 flags strong, is now waving along Troutman’s Richardson Greenway to celebrate Armed Services Day on Saturday, May 17, and will remain through

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Statesville ABC Board accepting funding proposals from community organizations

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville ABC Board is soliciting proposals for funding from community organizations involved in substance abuse. Each year, by North Carolina law, the ABC Board in Statesville

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Iredell Health System announces hiring of new director of Food Service

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Stacey Bedingfield has been hired by Iredell Health System as director of Food Service. Bedingfield has more than 25 years of experience in the industry, including team

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View from the Hudson: It’s a good life … thanks to others

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JOE HUDSON I was on the front porch when you drove by and I waved, thinking the birth of a rare Malayan tapir calf — a strange looking short-necked

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NCSHP: Wrong-way driver killed in crash on I-77 in Iredell County

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Utah man was killed in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 77 near Troutman early Friday morning. N.C. State Highway Patrol troopers responded to a report of a

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MGSD School Board maintains supplemental tax rate, approves budget amendments

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education voted to maintain its supplemental tax rate for 2025-2026 at 15.5 cents per $100 valuation during its meeting on

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Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont hosts Community Day of Appreciation for local veterans (Photos)

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN  More than 150 people, including 37 veterans, attended the Community Day of Appreciation hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont on Saturday, May 10.

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Sheriff: Harmony man charged with murder in connection with shooting death of his wife

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Harmony was arrested on Friday morning in connection with the shooting death of his wife after he called 911 and confessed to killing her. Iredell County Sheriff

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Birth Announcements: April 28 – May 13

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 28 ♦ A girl, Charlie Jade Scott, born to Charles and Kacie Scott of Taylorsville.

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SPD: Two suspects in armed robbery at Statesville hotel face charges

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two suspects face charges in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the Red Roof Inn in Statesville on Wednesday. Statesville police officers responded to the hotel,

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Rewriting the Narrative: Statesville High student seeks to change perception of school through IB project

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville High School International Baccalaureate (IB) student Jaziya Mull, 17, has an infectious positivity and is well known on campus. She’s been making positive impressions at the

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Babbitt named MGSD director of school safety and wellness

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Eric Babbitt as the district’s director of school safety and wellness. Babbitt comes to

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Two suspects charged with insurance fraud in connection with ‘staged’ auto accident

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Two Iredell County residents have been arrested in connection with an insurance fraud scheme following an investigation by the N.C. Department of Insurance. Insurance Commissioner

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Sheriff: Statesville woman faces felony drug charges

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville woman faces felony drug charges as a result of a traffic stop conducted by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

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New N.C. Transportation Commerce Tax goes into effect July 1

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) is preparing to administer the new Transportation Commerce Tax later this year. The tax will apply to ride services

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Douthit joins staff at Nicholson Funeral Home

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Statesville native Kasi Mitchell Douthit has joined the staff at Nicholson Funeral Home as a funeral director. A graduate of North Iredell High School, she earned her

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Memorial Day remembrances begin with Walk of Heroes installation on Friday

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The community is invited to the third annual Walk of Heroes Flag Installation Ceremony on Friday, May 16, at 10 a.m. The event will begin with the

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SPD Traffic Division presented 2024 MADD Award of Excellence

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department’s Traffic Division has been presented the 2024 MADD Award of Excellence for Agency of the Year. This prestigious award was presented during the

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Town of Mooresville honors fallen officers (Photos)

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY STACIE LETT CAIN Three empty seats stood at the front of the room in Mooresville Town Hall on Tuesday morning in recognition of the ultimate sacrifice made by three

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Viewpoint: HB 636 promotes censorship and fear, while infringing on parental rights

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KAREN VAN VLIET In response to Rep. Todd Carver’s recent column , the N.C. General Assembly has taken a misguided step with HB 636, “Promoting Wholesome Content for Students”

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Elkins named fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Dr. Anthony Elkins was recently awarded fellowship of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians at the 62nd annual ACOFP national convention in Palm Springs, Calif. The

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Tourism industry contributed $36.7 billion to N.C. economy in 2024

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The overall North Carolina tourism economy continued to thrive in 2024 despite the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Travelers spent more than $36.7 billion on

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Community bike event teaches kids how to ride safely (Photos)

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Dozens of kids squealed and laughed as they maneuvered around the model village, complete with stop lights and traffic signs, during the third annual Community Bike Ride

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Haynes sworn in as District 3 representative on I-SS-Board of Education

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education welcomed back a familiar face on Monday night. Cindy Haynes, a former board member, was sworn in as the District 3

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I-SS administrators complete leadership development program

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools assistant principals Dina Spataro and Stephanie Harris recently completed the Future Ready Leadership (FRL) program. FRL is a year-long leadership development program for practicing assistant

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Full Bloom Film Festival to present screening of ‘Harold and Maude’ on May 13

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN As part of its year-round film programming, the Full Bloom Film Festival will present a special screening of the cult classic “Harold and Maude” on Tuesday, May

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Mitchell Community College celebrates student achievements during Awards Day Ceremony (Photos)

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College recently celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students during the annual Awards Day Ceremony—a tradition that highlights the college’s commitment to academic excellence, leadership,

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Viewpoint: Is HB 765 a necessary step toward affordable housing or a legislative overreach?

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. JEFF McNEELY North Carolina’s affordable housing crisis has reached a critical juncture. With escalating housing costs and a growing population, the state faces mounting pressure to provide accessible

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Iredell commissioners unanimously oppose House Bill 765

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved a resolution opposing House Bill 765, legislation introduced in the 2025 session of the N.C. General Assembly that

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