BY STACIE LETT CAIN Although 2020 has been a year full of challenges, Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh sees a future full of promise and hope. “Many people are saying how
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FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County reached a grim milestone Tuesday as the number of COVID-19 deaths in the county surpassed 100. Local health officials reported five more new deaths
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Lincolnton man has been charged with sexually assaulting a minor in southwest Iredell County following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces charges that he broke into two vehicles after leaving the scene of an accident on Oakridge Farm Highway in late November. On Sunday,
Special to Iredell Free News Statesville Fire Chief Andy Weatherman is proud to announce that four new firefighters have recently completed the Basic Fire Training program through Mitchell Community College.
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville ABC Board has announced the recipients of this year’s Educational Grants. The following agencies received a share of the $71,500 total contribution: ♦
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 3 ♦ Tammy Jo Garrigan, 58, of McAdam Lane, Mooresville, charged with possession of a schedule VI
BY FRANCIE HARTSOG This past year has been one we will never forget. I can’t remember another time in my life coming close to the chaos we have lived through.
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday signed an Executive Order authorizing the North Carolina ABC Commission to permit the delivery or carry-out of mixed
FROM STAFF REPORTS The parents of a newborn face child abuse charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of John-Michael Scott
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The state’s seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate was 6.2 percent, remaining unchanged from October’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.2 of a
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 10 ♦ Tremayne Da’Lee Daniels, 24, of Deaton Street, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Community Outreach Association (COAST) will hold a free holiday food box giveaway on Tuesday. A generous donor has provided access to 10 free holiday
Special to Iredell Free News Last year the Town of Troutman hired the consulting firm Stantec to undertake the Troutman Alternatives Study. The goal of the study was to evaluate
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Iredell County Health Department notified parents of COVID-19 cases at 21 district schools between December 11-17. According to the district’s latest report, more
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville resident Gina Starrette decided to help others even when she wasn’t doing well. In early October she was hospitalized for four days after suffering a seizure
Special to Iredell Free News City of Statesville offices will be closed Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25 in recognition of the Christmas holiday. Garbage Collection The revised schedule
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman woman faces numerous charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a stabbing near Mooresville. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Chelsea Nicole
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools is proud to recognize North Iredell High School senior Laurel Gray for being chosen for the 2020-2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Laurel was
Special to Iredell Free News The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board approved funding for several regional transportation projects, including more than $2.5 million for the Town of Mooresville,
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Administration’s Council for Women Advisory Board has released a report on the impact of COVID-19 on women in North
Special to Iredell Free News Families who need help pulling together Christmas dinner during these difficult times are encouraged to swing by the Statesville Family YMCA early Saturday afternoon. Operation
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville City Council on Monday plans to discuss implementing a $6.7 million Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI) System for city electricity and water customers. The
FROM STAFF REPORTS A southern Iredell County resident faces 30 drug charges, including five counts of selling drugs within 1,000 feet of a school, following an investigation by the Iredell
Special to Iredell Free News Speak Life and Live, a Statesville nonprofit organization dedicated to mentoring youth, hosted its annual summer program virtually. Students from Iredell-Statesville Schools participated in the
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville’s Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public input on upcoming improvements at Mooresville Skate Park. After the Skate Park’s Master Plan
FROM STAFF REPORTS State and local officials reported record-breaking numbers of new COVID-19 cases on Friday. The Iredell Health Department reported 301 new laboratory confirmed cases, setting a new single-day
The Health System plans to vaccinate 400 healthcare workers by Christmas Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System kicked off its COVID-19 vaccinations on Thursday, becoming the first organization
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face drug trafficking charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized heroin, crack cocaine, marijuana and cash following a traffic stop on Interstate 77. Sheriff
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Statesville Dance & Performing Arts is giving back again. For the holiday season, owner and dance instructor Laura Hanson has organized an effort to help local children
Editor’s Note: The Iredell County Health Department provided the following information about the recent surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, along with advice for individuals and businesses for helping reduce
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Board of Education members tapped Martin Page to continue as chairman for another year during Monday’s board meeting. After board member Sam Kennington nominated Page, Superintendent
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College and its Foundation and Endowment for Excellence presented its 2020 Excellence in Giving and Service Award to John and Theresa Schaefer. The
FROM STAFF REPORTS With the number of hospitalizations and deaths attributed to COVID-19 steadily increasing in Iredell County, local officials are urging residents to follow public health mandates over the
Special to Iredell Free News Rotarians are known for their motto, “Service Above Self.” Eighteen members of the Rotary Club of Statesville put this motto into action on December 9
Special to Iredell Free News In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Home Instead Senior Care employees are striving to complete the “Be a Santa to a Senior” purchases and