Special to IFN When you meet Callie Farmer, you encounter a woman whose life story is a testament to the transformative power of resilience and compassion. Her journey is not
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BY KARISSA MILLER Four members of the West Iredell High School Junior ROTC took a major step toward their futures recently by formally committing to serve in the U.S. Army.
Special to IFN Pine Lake Prep students in grades 6-9 recently had the unique opportunity to hear an eye-opening message about how technology and social media are intentionally designed
BY JEFF CORBETT Thomas Hobson lived in Cambridge, England, from 1544-1631, and owned a livery stable, renting horses to the public. He began to notice that his best horses were
BY DEBBIE PAGE During the Town of Troutman’s recent strategic planning retreat, Iredell Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Jenn Bosser provided town and elected officials with an update on
Special to IFN The Outdoor Learning Center at Allison Woods, Iredell County’s first environmental education center established in 1993, expanded its reach this past year by bringing two of its
Special to IFN Women leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across the region will gather at the Statesville Event Center on March 20 for the 4th Annual Actualize Women’s Leadership Conference,
MGSD superintendent among 28 appointees to statewide commission Special to IFN Gov. Josh Stein, President Pro Tem Phil Berger, and Speaker of the House Destin Hall on Tuesday announced the
Special to IFN Iredell County EMS Deputy Director Robby Milton has earned the professional designation of Chief EMS Officer (CEMSO), which is awarded by the Commission on Professional Credentialing. Milton
Plans for Town Hall and library expansions also presented at pre-agenda meeting BY DEBBIE PAGE During its agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, the Troutman Town Council voted on several issues,
IFN Staff A Mooresville man who is on probation for a felony firearms faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a traffic
BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue, Iredell County EMS and Troutman police responded to an overturned dump truck on South Main Street in Troutman about 12:13 p.m. Tuesday. Firefighters removed
BY DEREK DEVOS Most of us have had this moment. You notice someone you care about isn’t quite themselves. Not dramatically different, just off. Quieter than usual. Leaving a little
Special to IFN Mooresville Arts on Monday announced the results of its 22nd Annual Youth Art Show. A total of 116 young artists entered this year’s show, submitting artwork ranging
IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident who is wanted on charges in Virginia faces new charges following her arrest over the weekend. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Kimberly
Special to IFN Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again been placed in the top 25 best hospitals in the state by Business North Carolina. Business North Carolina hospital rankings are
Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Monday called on the N.C. General Assembly to fast-track a $1.4 billion Critical Needs Budget focused on addressing the state’s most
IFN Staff A Harmony man faces multiple charges following a narcotics investigation conducted by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Team. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of
Special to IFN Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County held a meaningful first flag raising ceremony on March 6 at the S. Mitchell Mack Hospice House in Mooresville to
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council and staff began the second day of its strategic planning retreat by brainstorming about the town’s needs and developing a vision for the
Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department will participate in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25. The event will be held from 10 a.m.
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BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education unanimously passed the 2026-2027 local current expense and capital outlay budget presented by Chief Finance Officer Angela Davis on
BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue personnel were alerted by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy of a vehicle on fire close to a structure on Oswalt Amity Road about
IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 26 ♦ Torrance Jermaine Carter, 37, of Walnut Street, Mooresville, charged with possession of methamphetamine and a
BY DEBBIE PAGE Some 196 participants in the Town of Troutman’s 14th Annual Sprint into Spring 5K/10K navigated a new course winding through quiet neighborhoods on Saturday morning. The Sprint into Spring
BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville Mayor Doug Hendrix and an array of civic and community leaders this week spent time this week reading to N.B. Mills Elementary School students as part
IFN staff A Harmony man has been charged with larceny and causing damage to church property after being apprehended while fleeing the scene by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy.
Special to IFN The Full Bloom Film Festival invites the community to a special screening of “The Banshees of Inisherin” on Tuesday, March 10. The screening, which begins at 6
IFN Staff Troutman Police Department investigators have determined that a report of a stabbing at Troutman Elementary School was a hoax. About 6:53 a.m. on Friday, Iredell County Emergency Communications
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Special to IFN The First Presbyterian Church Preschool has officially opened its new Little Free Library, welcoming readers of all ages to “take a book, return a book” right on
Special to IFN The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) is excited to announce that the fifth annual Downtown Mooresville Shamrocks & Shenanigans event will be held on Saturday, March 14, from
Special to IFN Melanie Pearson has been named director of the 5 North post‐surgical/orthopedic unit at Iredell Memorial Hospital. She most recently served as the unit’s assistant director. Pearson is
Special to IFN In an exciting milestone, Tilley’s Dance Academy dancers attended their first competition of the 2026 season, Epic Dance Showcase, last weekend. After months of dedication, rehearsals, and
IFN Staff A Statesville woman faces two misdemeanor charges in connection with the theft of a campaign sign following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Susan Lovejoy Alberto,