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Troutman Planning Board recommends approval of Iredell County request to rezone 25 acres on fairgrounds property

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval of a request from Iredell County to rezone approximately 24.906 acres on the fairgrounds property from Heavy Industrial

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Health Beat: When should you keep your child home from school?

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN With a new school year comes new illnesses. A recent study from the CDC shows that more than two-thirds of children missed at least one day of

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Iredell Arts Council seeking applications for grassroots subgrants

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through September 30. Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s

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Statesville Planning Board votes to support rezoning for Compass Data Centers project despite vocal opposition

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

City Council scheduled to consider rezoning and annexation requests on September 15 BY MIKE FUHRMAN West Iredell showed up and spoke out on Tuesday night. Faced with the prospect of

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Davis returns to role as chief finance officer of MGSD

Posted on August 27, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District announced Wednesday the rehiring of Angela Davis as its chief finance officer. Davis, who previously served in the same role, is rejoining

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Mayor Kutteh declares Dorothy Woodard Day during Chestnut Grove Community Celebration (Photos)

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Mayor Costi Kutteh declared August 21, 2025, as Dorothy Woodward Day in the City of Statesville in recognition of Woodard’s legacy of caring for others and being

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Made in Statesville! Bobcat MT120 mini track loader in running for ‘Coolest Thing Made in NC’ contest

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Public voting now open in NC Chamber’s statewide manufacturing contest Special to IFN The NC Chamber announced that the Bobcat MT120 mini track loader is among the record-breaking 188 products

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Iredell County Public Library staff to unveil new Mobile Library at ribbon-cutting ceremony

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Iredell County Public Library will host the grand unveiling of its new Mobile Library, a state-of-the-art vehicle designed to bring library services directly to communities across

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North Carolina’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7 percent in July

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted July 2025 unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point

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CRTPO opens public comment period on transportation plans, air-quality report

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) has opened a 30-day public comment period to obtain public input on the 2026-2035 Draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), amendments

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A Fresh Start: Community rallying to help displaced Brookwood Inn residents

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Iredell County Board of Commissioners, Statesville City Council and United Way of Iredell helping fund effort IFN Staff The remaining residents of the Brookwood Inn now have less than a

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Jones named chief elementary academic officer for I-SS

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools announced Monday that Diana Jones, principal at North Iredell High School, has been named chief elementary academic officer for the district. “Mrs. Jones has been

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Iredell County presented NCACC’s Excellence in Innovation Award for Mobile Health Unit

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County has earned a Civic Excellence in Innovation Award from the N.C. Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) in recognition of its Mobile Health Unit. The award

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Two new exhibits on display at Mooresville Arts’ Depot gallery through September 25

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mooresville Arts has two new exhibits on display at the Depot through Thursday, September 25. An artists’ reception was held on Friday, August 22, for the exhibits, Collective

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Sheriff: Harmony man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Harmony man faces felony drug charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of

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Legislative Update: The goal of HB 67 is to increase access to medical care in N.C.

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY REP. TODD CARVER This week I want to share some information with you about HB 67, The Healthcare Workforce Reform. You probably haven’t heard of it because it was

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An ‘exceptional’ leader: Keith retiring as Iredell County Cooperative Extension director

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Cooperative Extension Director Nancy Keith will officially retire on September 1, bringing to an end a career of service that has spanned four decades. Her

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

Posted on August 24, 2025 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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ICSO Felony Arrests: August 15-21

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 15 ♦ Charles Lee Moore, 46, of E. Memorial Highway, Harmony, charged with possession of methamphetamine and

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Foundation For The Carolinas awards $20,000 grant to Lake Norman Humane

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Foundation For The Carolinas has awarded a $20,000 grant to Lake Norman Humane to support the construction of a low-cost spay and neuter clinic that will provide

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Statesville Planning Department recommends approval of rezoning request for Compass Data Centers project

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff The Statesville Planning Department has recommended approval of the rezoning request for a large data center proposed for 255 Stamey Farm Road in western Iredell County. Compass Data

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Statesville Police Department to host 2025 Night Out event on October 2

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department will host the 2025 Statesville Night Out on Thursday, October 2. This free community event, which will be held from 5:30 to 7:30

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (August 23)

Posted on August 23, 2025 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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Iredell County Animal Shelter inspires volunteerism for all ages

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN At the Iredell County Animal Shelter, volunteerism isn’t just about walking dogs or cleaning kennels — it’s about building connections, fostering compassion, and inspiring a lifelong commitment

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Mooresville Motorsports Celebration returns September 30 to honor race legends

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville, the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame and Visit Mooresville will celebrate Mooresville’s deep roots in racing at the 2025 Mooresville Motorsports

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I-SS Board takes first step toward approving policy restricting student use of cell phones and other wireless devices

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is working on implementing a policy to restrict student use of cell phones and other wireless devices during the school day.

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SPD: Statesville man faces felony drug charges following six-month investigation

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces felony drug charges following a six-month investigation by the Statesville Police Department. The SPD announced the arrest of Kaseem Miller, 48, of Wilmington Avenue,

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MPD: Mooresville man faces drug and weapons charges

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces drug and weapons charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the arrest of Gregory Adam Newton, 41, in a

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DPI unveils new strategic plan that aims to make state’s public schools best in the U.S.

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and State Board of Education (SBE) launched “Achieving Educational Excellence,” a comprehensive strategic plan that sets an ambitious goal:

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Pardon Our Mess! Signs of progress visible throughout Statesville

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY RON SMITH Sometimes, progress is ugly, and inconvenient, and frustrating, and expensive. Right now, one does not have to drive or walk far in Statesville to come across a

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Statesville Kiwanis Club honors Keith for contributions to Iredell County Agricultural Fair

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD She may have been working behind the scenes each year at the Iredell County Agricultural Fair, but make no mistake about it, Nancy Keith’s contributions have been

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View from the Hudson: Holy Scripture and cell phones

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY JOE HUDSON I was on the front porch when you drove by and I waved, thinking that as a member of the Statesville City Council, I sometimes get ferocious

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Troutman Council holds special meeting to discuss parking for upcoming Iredell County Fair

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE After fair parking was brought up in member comments at the end of last Thursday night’s Troutman Town Council meeting, Mayor Teross Young called a special meeting

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Blumenstein promoted to executive director of Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell Board chair Dorothy Hensley announced Monday that Kristin Blumenstein had been promoted to executive director. Hensley made the announcement at DACI’s monthly meeting.

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Rocky Mount Church to host 9th Annual Car Show on September 13

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Rocky Mount Church is excited to announce its 9th Annual Car Show on Saturday, September 13. This free, family-friendly event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Gov. Stein establishes Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force, continues Office of Violence Prevention

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Tuesday signed Executive Order 21, taking steps to improve public safety and prevent gang violence. The governor announced the continuation of

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