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Iredell County Community Foundation and United Way of Iredell County award $100,000 to initiative serving children and families

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Community Foundation and the United Way of Iredell County, in partnership with the Iredell Health Foundation, recently announced a joint investment of $100,000 to

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NCSHP: Claremont man killed in crash on Interstate 40

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Claremont man was fatally injured in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 in western Iredell County on Saturday afternoon. Ramon Gustavo Navo-Almanza, 28, died at the scene

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NCSHP: Man faces charges in connection with fatal crash on I-77

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Walkerton man faces felony charges in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on Interstate 77 in northern Iredell County on Saturday night. The N.C. Highway Patrol

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ICSO Felony Arrests: April 12-17

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 12 ♦ Norman Eugene Frontis Jr., 68, of Bell Street, Mooresville, charged with identity theft, possession with

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I-SS Board members, staff and student-athletes recognized for accomplishments

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER During the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting this week, Superintendent Jeff James recognized two board members for undergoing training this year. Board members Anita Kurn and

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Local legislators show appreciation for Iredell County telecommunicators

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD N.C. Rep. Jeff McNeely delivered a simple message during his visit to the Iredell County Emergency Communications Center on Thursday. “Thank you for all your hard work,”

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Hundreds assemble outside Rep. Harrigan’s office to show support for U.S. Constitution (Photos)

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Indivisible Citizens of Catawba Valley (ICCV) held a gathering in front of Congressman Pat Harrigan’s office in Hickory on Saturday afternoon to show support for the rule

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

Posted on April 19, 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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Local Girl Scout earns Gold Award for educating students about importance of voting

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Alexandra Stansberry of Girl Scout Troop 2781 in Iredell County has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for a community leadership and service project that addresses education

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Letter to the Editor: Proposed cuts to Medicaid would harm 2.7 million North Carolinians

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: Medicaid is our country’s single largest source of healthcare coverage, providing crucial healthcare access to more than 72 million low-income Americans, including children, seniors, veterans, those living

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I-SS crowns champions at 2025 robotics competition (Photo Gallery)

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Twenty-one teams of elementary school students and nearly 20 teams of middle school students gathered at Unity Center on Wednesday and Thursday for the Iredell-Statesville Schools First

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Troutman ABC store on track for $3.55 million in sales for current fiscal year

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman ABC store continue to surpass budget projections for sales and profits. Troutman ABC Board Chairman Layton Getsinger recently presented the store’s third quarter report to

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Health Beat: Know the risks of colorectal cancer and how to get screened

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Many people shy away from discussing topics like colonoscopies and gastrointestinal concerns. This is part of the reason why colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (April 18)

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or

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Viewpoint: An Open Letter to RFK

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KIM EROH Let me tell you about my son. He is an extraordinary human being in every way. His heart is tender, overflowing with compassion, empathy, and kindness. His

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Statesville Council weighing proposal for significant water and sewer rate increases over next decade

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD The Statesville City Council is continuing to mull a recommendation by a consultant to significantly increase water and sewer rates over the next decade. During a meeting

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Careers on Wheels exposes sixth-graders to employment opportunities (Photos)

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Careers on Wheels, a career exploration event, returned on Thursday to the Iredell County Fairgrounds in Troutman. About 2,000 sixth-graders from Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Mooresville Graded

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Gov. Stein outlines priorities to prevent child abuse and neglect

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein, Attorney General Jeff Jackson, N.C. Department of Public Safety Secretary Eddie Buffaloe, and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dev

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Town of Mooresville announces lineup for 2025 Rock the Park Summer Concert Series

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville has announced the entertainment lineup for the 2025 Rock the Park Summer Concert Series at Liberty Park. This year’s series promises an exceptional

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Local Girl Scout earns Gold Award for project at The Brawley School

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Abby Miller of Girl Scout Troop 13042 in Iredell County has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for a community leadership and service project that addresses inclusion

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Birth Announcements: April 1-12

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 1 ♦ A girl, Palmer Ann Turner, born to Amanda and Dylan Turner of Statesville.

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Cub Scouts compete in Gemstone District Pinewood Derby

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Gemstone District Cub Scouts recently held the county-level Pinewood Derby Race at the Rocky Mount Church in Mooresville. The race included the top three racers from

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Viewpoint: Memory and hope on Good Friday

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REV. H. STEPHEN SHOEMAKER Why is the day of Jesus’ crucifixion on a Roman cross called “good”? Here’s a beginning: Because on the cross Jesus forgave the ones killing

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Behind the Headset: Iredell County telecommunicators bring calm to chaos

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN In a dimly lit room lined with glowing monitors and a steady hum of radio chatter, the first line of defense for Iredell County springs into action

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Iredell commissioners adopt a resolution in support of NC Senate Bill 248

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a formal resolution on Tuesday in support of NC Senate Bill 248 to allow local Register of Deeds offices

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I-SS Board approves plan to cut $3 million from 2025-2026 budget

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education approved a plan to cut $3 million from its proposed budget for 2025-2026 during Monday’s board meeting. The school board voted

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Iredell Memorial Hospital ranked among best in state by Business North Carolina

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again been ranked among the top 25 best hospitals in the state by Business North Carolina. Business North Carolina hospital rankings are

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Sheriff: Doctor charged with seven counts of secret peeping after ICSO investigation

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A doctor employed by the Wake Forest University School of Medicine who was charged with sexual exploitation of a minor in Alexander County earlier this month now faces

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Letter to the Editor: WWJD Peace Rally planned for Good Friday in Statesville

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: Many Christians are concerned about the lack of the teachings of Jesus in today’s Christianity. Many churches preach power and riches instead of feeding the poor or

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Statesville Woman’s Club accepting orders for geranium sale through April 19

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club welcomes club member Janine Burchette as the speaker at its April meeting. She discussed her love of African violets. Burchette admitted that she

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Broad Street UMC to commemorate Paul Revere’s ride on April 18

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Broad Street United Methodist Church, a historic downtown Statesville congregation, is joining with other churches in ringing their bells to mark the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s

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Friends of Lake Norman State Park to sponsor spring hike for senior women

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Friends of Lake Norman State Park will sponsor a spring hike for senior women at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 14, at Lake Norman State Park. Julie

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Registration open for Special Olympics Iredell County’s annual golf tournament

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Special Olympics Iredell County will host its third annual golf tournament at the Statesville Country Club on Wednesday, April 23. The event is a four-member Captain’s Choice

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Iredell Physician Network opens ENT practice in Statesville

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell Physician Network and Iredell Health System are excited to announce the opening of Iredell Ear, Nose & Throat with Dr. Jeffrey E. Brink. An open house

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Sheriff: Statesville man faces drug trafficking charges

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville faces numerous charges, including two counts of drug trafficking, after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a vehicle registration violation. Sheriff Darren

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Legislative Update: The case for regulatory reform in N.C.

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER One of the committees I am most excited to serve on in the N.C. House is the Regulatory Reform Committee. This group is tasked with reviewing

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