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Northview Academy closed after student was shot and killed Wednesday night

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Northview Academy will not open Thursday following the fatal shooting of a student Wednesday night, Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James said. The superintendent said he was not

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Center Stage Alliance production of ‘The Sound of Music’ features veteran L.A. actor, talented locals

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN The upcoming Center Stage Alliance production of “The Sound Music” is sure to entertain long-time fans of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic as well as infrequent theatre-goers

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I-SS superintendent transfers five employees to new roles

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education approved the administrative transfers of two principals and three district administrators during Monday’s board meeting. Jill Parker has been

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Michael Federal to perform at Music Speaks event on March 23

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Children’s Hope Alliance and Heartstrings Therapeutic Music & Art Program, in conjunction with Iredell Arts Council, announce that singer and songwriter Michael Federal will perform

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Gov. Cooper releases proposed budget for FY 2023-2025, calls for ‘once-in-a-generation’ investments

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday released his recommended budget for FY 2023-2025, “First in Opportunity.” The plan put forth by the governor builds on

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Iredell County Tax Collector’s Office working to collect about $6 million in delinquent property taxes

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Tax Collector’s Office is working to collect about $6 million in unpaid taxes for fiscal year 2022-2023. Collections totaled $240,125,163 through February 28. The

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City of Statesville: Advertisement for Bids

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

City of Statesville ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RFP: Tennis Courts Synthetic Resurfacing Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-131 and city policy, sealed bid proposals endorsed “Tennis Courts Synthetic Resurfacing” will be received by

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Gunter’s Family Kitchen serves up homestyle cookin’ in The Grove

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN If you stop by Gunter’s Family Kitchen for lunch, there’s a good chance you’ll run into Dan Wilhelm. He’s a big fan of the homemade meatloaf, dip

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Viewpoint: Two new I-SS Board members display arrogance, insult professional educators

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN There were a couple of very telling moments at Monday’s Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting, including one in which a board member claimed he could run Statesville

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Sheriff: Suspect faces drug trafficking charges after motor vehicle stop

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces drug trafficking charges following a motor vehicle stop and investigation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest

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Principals at low-performing I-SS schools discuss challenges

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools principals at the district’s low-performing schools on Monday told the Board of Education that they are doing everything they can to reach every child. They

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Gov. Cooper establishes statewide Office of Violence Prevention

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday the creation of a statewide Office of Violence Prevention that will be located in the N.C. Department of Public

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SPD investigating shooting on North Center Street

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 1000 block of North Center Street on Monday. Officers responded to a residence about 12

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Road to Recovery: Woman survives four-month coma, regains strength at Iredell Cardiopulmonary Rehab

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News After five months in three hospitals, a four-month coma, and time in a short-term rehabilitation facility, Patricia Moore was left with the lingering effects of

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‘We’re part of the new Statesville’

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Insomniacs Inc. creates access, support for minority arts and culture BY MIKE FUHRMAN Tevin Carr admits he was a little skeptical when his friend Jordan Darty invited him to come watch him

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Troutman Elementary students raise more than $11,000 in Kids Heart Challenge (Photos)

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Troutman Elementary School participated in the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge this year and raised $11,400 to help fund research and help children with special hearts.

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ICSO Felony Arrests: March 3-9

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 3 ♦ Mark Richard Bennett, 39, of Sonja Drive, Statesville, charged with being a fugitive from

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NCDOR begins issuing tax refunds

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Revenue (NCDOR) officially began issuing 2022 Individual Income Tax refunds on Friday, March 10. Taxpayers may begin receiving refunds

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Town of Mooresville Career Opportunities ($2,000 to $3,000 Signing Bonus)

Posted on March 12, 2023 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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Rhyne leading statewide overhaul of literacy education

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Local educator has dedicated her career to improving outcomes for students BY MIKE FUHRMAN A brief conversation with then-Iredell-Statesville School Superintendent Terry Holliday about 20 years ago changed the arc of Amy

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Inner Wheel of Statesville supports local school, nonprofits

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Inner Wheel of Statesville recently enjoyed two activities in the community. The first was a fundraiser at the Statesville Rotary meeting at the Statesville Country

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Bobcat’s Statesville manufacturing facility prepared to meet global demand for suite of products

Posted on March 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group, recently announced its global branding strategy to create business and growth opportunities for the Doosan Bobcat product

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Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)

Posted on March 11, 2023 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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Troutman council approves text and policy amendments, fee increases

Posted on March 11, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council approved four Unified Code of Ordinance text amendments and changes to the town’s water and sewer policy and fees at its meeting on

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Latest edition of ‘IFN Monthly’ available at 80 locations across Iredell County

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Our free magazine, “IFN Monthly,” is widely available throughout Iredell County. The March cover story features Andy Pendleton, a 100-year-old World War II veteran who shared memories

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Statesville police ask public to help identify bank robbery suspect

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is asking the public to help identify a man who robbed a bank on Friday morning. Officers responded to the Bank of America

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Iredell County awarded $500K grant for Jennings Park playground

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The Parks and Recreation Authority has awarded $9.6 million in park accessibility grants for 21 projects across the state, Governor Roy Cooper announced

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Iredell Health Foundation holds inaugural International Women’s Day Breakfast

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Iredell Health System, held its inaugural International Women’s Day Breakfast in Mooresville on Wednesday. The funds raised

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (March 10)

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Apply for all positions HERE.    Featured Job BUILDING MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Parks & Public Grounds Division Maximum Recruitment Range: $46,696.00 – $49,046.40 Salary Range: $46,696.00 – $77,043.20 Closing Date: Open Until

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Iredell County Health Department plans to roll out mobile health unit in May 2024

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Health Department officials are one step closer to providing health care services, COVID-19 response and basic dental services via a mobile health unit. Health Director

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Bae’s Burgers finds home in Mooresville

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally published in the March edition of “IFN Monthly.” BY JAIME GATTON It’s easy to see why Claire Connelly and Fabian Elmes became “baes.” Their

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Sheriff: Charlotte man faces drug charges after traffic stop for equipment violation, fictitious tag

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Charlotte man faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for an equipment violation and for displaying a fictitious tag. 

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Gov. Cooper releases plan for $1 billion investment in behavioral health and resilience

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday released a comprehensive plan to invest $1 billion in addressing North Carolina’s mental health and substance use crisis, including

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Iredell County receives a clean audit for 2021-2022; fund balance grows by $24 million

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER An independent auditing firm has given Iredell County government a clean report to close the books for fiscal year 2021-2022. During the Iredell County Board of Commissioners

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Registration underway for 13th Annual Timmy Belcher Rainbow Kidz Ride & Run

Posted on March 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Registration is now underway for the 13th Annual Timmy Belcher Rainbow Kidz Ride & Run. The event is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Saturday, May

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SPD: Suspect faces felony drug charges after crashing vehicle during pursuit

Posted on March 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces numerous charges after crashing a vehicle while fleeing a Statesville police officer early Wednesday morning. The Statesville Police Department announced the arrest of

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