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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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”
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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