BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Iredell County Animal Services and Control is launching a new program, “Books and Buddies,” to encourage volunteers to come in and read books to shelter animals. Tracy
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FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 3 ♦ Joel Bradley, 55, of Brevard Street, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to manufacture
FROM STAFF REPORTS The number of new laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Iredell County continued to decline dramatically this week, along with the number of new deaths attributed to the
Special to Iredell Free News All ages and ability levels are invited to play laser tag next weekend to raise money for nonprofit projects throughout Iredell County. The benefit, which
BY KARISSA MILLER Clarissa Young knows the impact that the Boys & Girls Club can have on a child and a community. Young, who is the executive director of the
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 22 ♦ Brandon Lavar Batts, 42, of Gray Willow Street, Mooresville, charged with obtain property by false
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
Special to Iredell Free News The General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina Statesville Woman’s Club recently held its March meeting at the historic clubhouse with guest speaker Suzanne
Special to Iredell Free News Thanks to two successful fundraising days this week, The Barcelona Burger & Beer Garden and Aliño Pizzeria will donate $71,861 to World Central Kitchen to
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Before daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 13, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey reminds everyone to change the batteries in your household smoke and
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council concluded its strategic planning sessions for the next fiscal year with presentations from the finance, parks and recreation, and planning departments on
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces drug and weapons charges after being apprehended by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies following a pursuit on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to Iredell Free News Local realtor Brittany Marlow was recognized on Thursday by the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation as DSDC’s 2021 Main Street Champion. The award was presented during
Special to Iredell Free News Have you ever found yourself tired of a certain food or not excited about your meals and snacks? If this sounds like you, you may
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Public Library will have extended service hours at its main branch in downtown Statesville beginning Monday, March 14. The Statesville library will
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Kings Mountain woman faces drug trafficking charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of April Lynn Humphries,
Special to Iredell Free News Local business owner James H. Pressly has announced his candidacy for an at-large seat on the Statesville City Council. Pressly, 35, is the son of
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Town of Troutman is in the market for a new auditing firm due to delays in the annual audit report. Finance Director Justin Mundy presented
BY SHELLIE TAYLOR During Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the contributions of women from around the country. It always means a little bit more to us when we
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Homeless Coalition members held several events recently to meet the needs of people struggling with housing insecurity, mental illness, substance use, health issues, and basic food
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 1 ♦ A girl, Nevaeh Sa’rae Watts, born to Deleon and Jessica Watts
Special to Iredell Free News The Cultivation Garden Program at the Statesville Family YMCA has been awarded the Grassroots Art Program Grant for 2022. This grant will be used to
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Statesville Police Chief David Addison told City Council members on Monday night that major crime decreased sharply in the city last year. The number of homicides
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Graded School District will welcome Nathan Harmon, founder of Your Life Speaks, to the district on April 11-12. In addition to student sessions
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has proclaimed March 6-12 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week and is urging North Carolinians to prepare for severe weather that’s
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Self-described military brat Mitch Johnson, son of a Delta Force special ops soldier, is committed to building a tradition of excellence, emphasizing integrity, work ethic, positive
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department honored more than 50 individuals at its recent awards banquet, making up for several years of postponed events by recognizing firefighters,
Event commemorates end of slavery with festival and family activities Special to Iredell Free News The 2022 Juneteenth Celebration Planning Committee is proud to announce a new location for this
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
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Regional Airport Manager John Ferguson is one of 20 managers from North Carolina public-use airports who received the inaugural North Carolina Airport Professional (NCAP)
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — About 8.2 percent of North Carolina teachers were counted as leaving employment in the state’s public schools during the 2020-21 school year, according
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 25 ♦ Jacob Ryan Cox, 21, of Leota Lane, Olin, charged with assault inflicting serious injury.
Founder Sport Group is the home of Alleson Athletic, Badger Sportswear, Garb Athletics, and Teamwork Athletic Apparel. The team members at Founder Sport Group are the most passionate and dedicated
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously at its February 28 meeting to recommend the rezoning of 19.5 acres off Byers Road to conditional mixed
Special to Iredell Free News As part of the ongoing revitalization of Downtown Mooresville, the town’s streetscape was recently enhanced through the addition of public art and by the first