BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Troutman native Felina Harris was unanimously selected by Troutman Town Council members to complete the term of Paul Bryant, who stepped down in early December, during
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Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools officials on Monday announced the promotion of David Edwards to chief officer of technology and facilities and the hiring of Billie Berry as
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County health officials on Monday reported nine more deaths attributed to COVID-19. A total of 133 people in the county who have tested positive have now
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department will administer COVID-19 vaccines at Mazeppa Park in Mooresville on Thursday, January 14, starting at 10 a.m. This week’s vaccines
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Harmony man faces a statutory rape charge following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Nicholas Hunter Dennison,
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man was charged with felony assault and jailed in lieu of a $250,000 bond following a stabbing in southern Iredell County. Iredell County Sheriff Darren
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners has approved economic development incentives for three industries planning to invest $36.2 million in Iredell County expansion projects. During Tuesday’s board
BY KARISSA MILLER After five months of remote learning, South Iredell High School teachers and staff welcomed back students last week with a Viking Nation “Safety Dance” music and dance
FROM STAFF REPORTS Until teachers and students have access to the COVID-19 vaccine, Iredell-Statesville Schools officials will continue efforts to prevent spread of the coronavirus in district schools. That means
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College students Olivia Frisella (Statesville) and Anastasiia Shumeiko (Mooresville) have been selected as the top nominees for the All-USA Community College Academic Team
Defendant’s scheme included physical violence, a fabricated debt, paycheck confiscation, and threats of violence and reputational harm Special to Iredell Free News The Justice Department and the U.S. Attorney’s Office
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper was sworn in for his second term on Saturday, along with members of North Carolina’s Council of State. The theme
Special to Iredell Free News A new year symbolizes a fresh start with new health resolutions – whether it be a new exercise regimen, a healthier diet, or specific bodyweight
Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College will host a virtual event honoring the work and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Friday, January 15, 2021, at
Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited is now accepting applications for its student scholarship program, Empowering the Future. The initiative will award $5,000 college scholarships to two outstanding students who
Special to Iredell Free News With the announcement of a $1 million lead gift, Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County is officially launching the public phase of its $3
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: DECEMBER 17 ♦ Joseph Daniel Klein, 28, of Capital Avenue, Mooresville, charged with five counts of sell
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Health Department reported eight more deaths attributed to COVID-19 on Friday afternoon. A total of 124 people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in
Special to Iredell Free News Two men face felony drug charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. MPD officers executed a search warrant at 412 E. McLelland Avenue
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Nearly 4,000 air purifiers are being installed in the ductwork of 53 North Carolina prisons in an effort to combat the spread of
BY JEFF JAMES Like many of you, my prayer was that COVID-19 would run its course by now, and we could return to some form of normalcy in our daily
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Thursday night on Molly Lane in western Iredell County. James Donovan Pope, 52, was
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners has named Joyce Bess as the interim register of deeds until a permanent replacement is appointed following the resignation of Ron
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville is preparing for snow early Friday morning. According to the latest forecast, snow and rain are expected to begin about 4
Special to Iredell Free News United Way of Iredell County is inviting any nonprofit agency with a mission surrounding education, financial stability or health to apply to participate in the
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Food and Nutrition Services recipients in North Carolina will see a temporary increase in the amount of benefits they receive. This increase, which
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell on Thursday announced the arrests of 10 individuals on various narcotics charges. Deputies are searching for three additional suspects who are wanted
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department will hold a COVID-19 drive-thru vaccine clinic starting at 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, at Hebron Baptist Church, located
Special to Iredell Free News CHARLOTTE – Foundation For The Carolinas is now accepting 2021 applications for scholarship programs managed by the Charlotte-based community foundation. Applications are available at www.fftc.org/scholarships.
Special to Iredell Free News N.C. Sen. Vickie Sawyer has been appointed co-chair of two important transportation committees for the upcoming legislative session. Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger appointed
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen shared an update Wednesday on North Carolina’s efforts
Editor’s Note: The Iredell County Health Department provided the following information about how COVID-19 vaccinations will be coordinated in the county. Special to Iredell Free News Over the last week,
FROM STAFF REPORTS A North Iredell High School teacher faces a felony charge following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of John
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Public Safety, including its divisions of Emergency Management and the N.C. National Guard, are actively planning and coordinating with the
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville Recreation & Parks Department will hold an interest meeting for an Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January