Family-friendly activities, music, food, and more on tap Special to Iredell Free News Lowry’s has opened a new and expanded store just down the road from its previous location in
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Sheriff Campbell: Autopsy revealed no signs of trauma or significant physical injuries FROM STAFF REPORTS The N.C. State Bureau of Investigation is investigating the death of an inmate
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Officials with the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Public Health have reported the first reported flu-related death of the
BY KARISSA MILLER Local Rotary Club members were recognized for their ongoing support of Iredell-Statesville Schools’ students during the October 12 school board meeting. Boen Nutting, I-SS director of communications
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is providing guidelines for voters and local polling locations to help protect the health of
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face drug-trafficking charges after Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized more than a pound of cocaine and two handguns after stopping a vehicle on Interstate
Special to Iredell Free News When Donald and Doris Eades looked forward to celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary this year, they didn’t imagine how different it would be. As a
Special to Iredell Free News During Emergency Nurses Week (October 11-17), Iredell Memorial Hospital is commending its emergency nursing staff for the tremendous care they’ve unyieldingly provided during a demanding
Special to Iredell Free News The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has formally extended the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Seamless Summer Option (SSO) waivers through the end of
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council has approved a 2.5 percent pay increase for all city employees, but that may not be the only increase the city’s first
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The U.S. Census Bureau has announced all Census self-response and field data collection will conclude Thursday, October 15, following a recent ruling by
Special to Iredell Free News Raleigh — North Carolina’s 17-day, in-person early voting period begins Thursday, October 15, and ends Saturday, October 31. The State Board of Elections offers the
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office has moved into its new office space in Mooresville. The new space — located on the second floor of Government Center South
Grant provides $335 relief for most North Carolinians with children Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) issued a reminder today that applications for
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville’s Beautification Committee began its seasonal Downtown planting on Monday, October 12, sprucing up Main Street in Downtown Mooresville. The purpose of
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Board of Education members are working with Iredell County commissioners to bring broadband systems and fiber optic networks to under-served parts of the county and residents
FROM STAFF REPORTS Five new Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies were sworn in on Friday, October 9, after graduating from Mitchell Community College’s Basic Law Enforcement Program. Sheriff Darren Campbell
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital reported the following births: SEPTEMBER 28 ♦ A girl, Bailey Rose Simmons, born to Bradley Simmons and Rachel Royal of
BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Town Council honored several community members and a retiring police officer and approved two agreements through its consent agenda during Thursday’s meeting. The one
Special to Iredell Free News MOORESVILLE – The N.C. Department of Transportation will convert the crossroads of Talbert Road and Oates Road to an all-way stop to improve traffic safety
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 25 ♦ Kelly Renea Bates, 36, of Alan Circle, Salisbury, charged with possession of a schedule I
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH – A survey by the N.C. Department of Transportation is the last chance for the public to comment on draft recommendations that will be
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 25 ♦ Donna Mundy Duncan, 57, of Olin charged with obtaining property by false pretenses. SEPTEMBER 26
Special to Iredell Free News It can be confusing for people to know where to turn for information about their health care. Partners Health Management is now offering an opportunity
Special to Iredell Free News When she started working as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 1969, Eula McLelland could not have envisioned the changes and advances she would witness
Special to Iredell Free News Since the loss of K9 Officer Jordan Sheldon on May 4, 2019, the Town of Mooresville has searched for an appropriate way to honor his
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will host a reception for collage artist John R. Miles III on Wednesday, October 14. The event is scheduled from 5:30
Special to Iredell Free News Davis Regional Medical Center recently donated over $17,000 to Mitchell Community College’s Health Sciences Program. Josh Snow, Davis Regional CEO, was on hand to present
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 2 ♦ Haley Dawn Bryan, 43, of Hill Dairy Road, Statesville, charged with possession of a
Editor’s Note: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. BY PATTI WEST Domestic violence is an uncomfortable issue to discuss. Most would prefer to pretend it doesn’t exist or deny the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The annual ShakeOut earthquake drill is scheduled for Thursday, October 15. The Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill is a worldwide earthquake safety movement involving
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell-Statesville Schools and the Iredell Health Department notified parents of students at eight district schools of positive COVID-19 test results this week. Here is a summary of
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Ahead of early voting and Election Day, the N.C. State Board of Elections reminds all North Carolinians that voter intimidation and coercion are
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Stony Point woman faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office for driving on a suspended license. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to Iredell Free News Mayor Costi Kutteh and the Statesville City Council have issued a proclamation in support of emergency nurses by recognizing Emergency Nurses Week during October 11-17.
Special to Iredell Free News United Way of Iredell County has officially kicked off its 2020 Annual Campaign with a focus on serving the children of our community during the