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Sheriff’s Office asks public to help identify suspect in break-in at Biffle home

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help identify a suspect in a break-in that occurred on January 7-8 at a home on Dooley Road

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Cool Springs VFD honors members for service to community at annual banquet (Photos)

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM The Cool Springs Volunteer Fire Department recently held its Annual Awards Banquet at Station 1 on Mocksville Highway. All members and their families were thanked for the

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Angel announces candidacy for District 37 seat in N.C. Senate

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Raygan Angel, a 25-year-old law student and Democratic organizer, has officially filed to run for the 37th District seat in the N.C. Senate. In his announcement, Angel

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Davidson Outfitters opens in Downtown Statesville

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Davidson Outfitters, a locally owned gun store, has opened its doors in Statesville, offering residents familiar faces, decades of combined experience, and a customer-service approach to doing business.

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Several dozen protesters participate in ‘Free America’ demonstration in Statesville (Photos)

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN About 70 people participated in the “Free America” demonstration in Downtown Statesville on Tuesday afternoon, joining in the nationwide protest against the policies and actions of the

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NCSHP: Rowan County man faces felony charges in crash that killed South Iredell High grad and her boyfriend

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff Two families are grieving the loss of their loved ones following a deadly crash on Amity Hill Road in Rowan County. The collision, which occurred about 11 p.m.

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Viewpoint: Sheriff’s Office personnel and assisting agencies worked tirelessly to find missing teen

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DARREN CAMPBELL It is no secret that I regard the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office as the best law enforcement agency in the state. Within the walls of our office

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Statesville MLK Celebration empowers attendees to make a difference

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Hundreds of people from all backgrounds braved the cold weather Monday morning to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at the Statesville Civic

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Mission Possible: Mooresville celebration focuses on desire for change and work necessary to achieve MLK’s dream

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Charles Mack Citizen Center was packed on Monday with people celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Town of Mooresville’s annual

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Video: Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education members had to be separated by staff during altercation after meeting

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Note to Readers: This article and the accompanying video contain adult language and threats of violence. IFN Staff Two members of the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education had to be

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Indigenous singer-songwriter Charly Lowry to perform at Iredell Arts Council on January 22

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council continues its commitment to bringing original, high-quality music to downtown Statesville with a live performance by Charly Lowry on Thursday, January 22. The

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ICPYC awarded additional NC Pre-K slots, opening new seats at N.B. Mills Elementary

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC) has been awarded additional NC Pre-K slots through North Carolina’s statewide reallocation process. This award will allow ICPYC to serve

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Eighth-graders learn about educational opportunities, possible career pathways at I-SS event

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Statesville Civic Center was filled with more than 1,500 Iredell-Statesville Schools eighth-graders on Tuesday and Wednesday for the annual Eighth Grade on the Move event. The

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Mitchell Community College hosts annual MLK Celebration (Photos)

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College recently hosted its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, bringing together students, employees, and community members under the theme “The Dream Still Walks

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A Bucket-List Item: Morgan helps ring closing bell at New York Stock Exchange

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Throughout his career, William Morgan has helped his clients invest in the stock market from his office in Statesville. Earlier this month the owner and CEO of

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Pine Lake Prep student wins school spelling bee for third straight year

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Tegan Seely, a Pine Lake Preparatory sixth-grader, recently won the school’s Spelling Bee for the third straight year. After finishing runner-up to a seventh-grader when she was

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ICSO Felony Arrests: January 9-15

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JANUARY 9 ♦ Brandon Scott Campbell, 40, of Antietam Road, Statesville, charged with larceny and misdemeanor larceny. ♦

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 New Hire Bonus)

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

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

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Foster Love Adopt Repeat celebrates move into new home in Mooresville

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Since it began operating more than seven years ago, Foster Love Adopt Repeat (FLAR) has provided resources for foster parents out of makeshift space in Downtown Mooresville.

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‘This is the answer to all of our prayers!’

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Missing teen located near home in eastern Iredell County IFN Staff Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced Saturday afternoon that a missing teen had been located. “This is the answer

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City of Statesville announces revised schedule for MLK Holiday week

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN City of Statesville offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Garbage Collection There will be no garbage collection

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (January 17)

Posted on January 17, 2026 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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Nominations now open for 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Nominations are now open for the 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards. Established in 1979, the Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards acknowledge the efforts of North Carolinians and

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Girl Scout cookie booths open for business across Iredell County

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Girl Scout cookie booths are officially open for business across 40 counties in central and western North Carolina at small businesses, supermarkets, shopping centers and more. Thousands

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A View from the Hudson: Men are anything but fantastic

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JOE HUDSON I was on the front porch when you drove by and I waved, having earlier poured some coffee an inch to the right of my cup, which

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Sheriff: Massive search for Gideon Ferguson continues in eastern Iredell County

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff As the massive search for Gideon Ferguson continued Friday in eastern Iredell County, multiple law enforcement agencies were working together to locate the missing Iredell County teenager. In

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Scott urges less division, more focus on becoming ‘our brother’s keeper’ at Troutman MLK Breakfast

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman residents and elected officials celebrated the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on Friday morning at the Town of Troutman’s fifth annual breakfast and

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Viewpoint: A sincere apology can be the first step toward healing

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JEFF CORBETT In his book “Words for All Occasions,” Glenn van Eckeren shares this story: Old Bill was dying. With time running out, he wanted to make things right

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Multi-agency effort underway to locate missing Iredell County teen

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A large-scale search effort for a teenager who was reported missing Wednesday afternoon is underway in Iredell County. Personnel from multiple agencies are working to locate 14-year-old Gideon

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NCDHHS: Additional measles cases reported in North Carolina

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Thursday announced two additional cases of measles in unvaccinated siblings in Buncombe County. This brings the

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Iredell County Public Library commemorating 250 years of freedom with year-long series

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library will host a series of four local history exhibits throughout 2026 as part of America 250, the 250th anniversary of the signing

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Sheriff: Suspect charged with breaking into rental storage unit

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident has been charged with breaking into a storage unit and stealing property of the individual who was renting the unit. Sheriff Darren Campbell

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Birth Announcements: December 28 – January 8

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: DECEMBER 28 ♦ A boy, Perry Louis Hilton, born to Alan, Madison and Whitley Hilton of

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Historic Sharpe House to celebrate life and work of Robert Burns on January 24-25

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The Historic Sharpe House’s annual Robert Burns Night celebration is expanding to a two-day event in 2026. The life and work of the Scottish poet and lyricist

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EnergyUnited provides career pathway for veteran lineman through GI Bill program

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN EnergyUnited is investing in a strong workforce and honoring those who have served by participating in the federal GI Bill program. Through this program, eligible U.S. veterans

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Sheriff’s Office investigating break-in at home that was owned by late NASCAR driver

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break-in and theft that occurred at a home that was owned by late NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, who died in

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