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Sheriff: Mom charged with child abuse in connection with overdose of 2-year-old

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident faces a felony child abuse charge after her 2-year-old son overdosed on illegal narcotics. Iredell County Sheriff’s Office personnel responded to Iredell

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City of Statesville experiencing moderate drought conditions; residents asked to conserve water

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is currently experiencing a Stage D1 Moderate Drought condition, as declared by the N.C. Drought Management Advisory Council (NCDMAC). This announcement follows the

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Sheriff: Sisters face felony drug charges after being stopped by ICSO deputy

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two sisters face felony drug charges being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of Teresa Kiser Forrest, 62, and

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More Than Sad: Upcoming AFSP program aims to help parents recognize signs of depression and suicidal thoughts

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s (AFSP) More Than Sad program aims to enhance mental health awareness and prevent teen suicide. The More Than Sad program is

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Fourth Creek Musik celebrates move to new space in Forest Heights Shopping Center (Photos)

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Gina Terry has been providing musical education to children in the Statesville area since 2004. For 20 years, she utilized space at First Presbyterian Church. Now, she

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NCSHP: Driver faces multiple charges in connection with deadly crash after pursuit on I-40

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A motorist who crashed his vehicle into a FedEx truck, killing a passenger, while fleeing a state trooper in Statesville on Tuesday morning faces multiple charges. The

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Iredell County Animal Services to limit intake between July 22 and August 2

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County Animal Services will be undergoing maintenance to more than 50 dog kennels from July 30 through August 2. Kennel floors will be refinished, resulting in

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Iredell County Fire Marshal’s Office investigating cause of blaze that sent two firefighters to hospital

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Two Mooresville firefighters were treated at a local hospital on Tuesday for injuries sustained while on the scene of a large debris fire. Mount Mourne Fire Department

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Birth Announcements: June 14-25

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JUNE 14 ♦ A boy, Samuel Steven Roten, born to Alex and Steven Roten of Statesville.

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Gov. Cooper, NCDHHS take action to lessen burden of medical debt for North Carolinians

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Monday announced new actions leveraging the state’s Medicaid program that will encourage hospitals

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Mitchell Community College announces Dean’s List for 2024 Spring Semester

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Mitchell Community College congratulates the following students who made the full-time and part-time Dean’s List for the 2024 Spring Semester. Full-Time To be eligible for the full-time

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A Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Make-A-Wish Foundation sponsors trip for Statesville family BY MIKE FUHRMAN For three days in March, Selah Sanchez was on top of the world. After flying to Los Angeles with her

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N.C. insurance commissioner stresses water and boating safety ahead of Fourth of July holiday

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, N.C. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging everyone to take extra precautions during one of the most popular

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Mooresville’s top cop reflects on five-year tenure with MPD

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN If you want to commit a crime and get away with it, Mooresville isn’t the place to try. That’s the reputation the Mooresville Police Department has achieved

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Friends, family members of Statesville murder victim pray for strength, justice

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Nearly a month after a Statesville woman was found dead in her home, her family and friends remain hopeful that the individual who killed her will be

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

Posted on June 30, 2024 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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ICSO Felony Arrests: June 21-27

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 21 ♦ Michael Eugene Bryant Jr., 45, of N. College Street, Charlotte, charged with possession of

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Miss Statesville’s Teen wins Miss North Carolina’s Teen 2024

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Kamryn Hollowell, Miss Statesville’s Teen, was crowned Miss North Carolina’s Teen 2024 on Saturday afternoon at High Point Theatre. Hollowell, who lives in Clayton, will represent the

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Patriotic crowd lines streets for Troutman’s 19th Annual Independence Day Parade (Photo Gallery)

Posted on June 29, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The 19th Annual Independence Day Parade in Troutman marched down Highway 21 on Saturday morning to celebrate America’s upcoming birthday, complete with a four-plane flyover to

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

Posted on June 29, 2024 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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Statesville Planning Board recommends rezoning for Holland Farms development

Posted on June 29, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The City of Statesville Planning Board on Tuesday recommended approval of a request to rezone a 364-acre tract for the proposed Holland Farms development. Residents who live

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City of Statesville announces holiday week schedule

Posted on June 29, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN City of Statesville offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The following are important changes to city services and schedules: Garbage

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FBI, federal prosecutors issue warning about new jury scam

Posted on June 29, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The FBI Charlotte Field Office and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina are warning the public about a new,

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Fort Dobbs farmers market moving to Saturdays in July

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Fort Dobbs Artisan Farmers Market will be held on Saturdays starting in July. In partnership with Fort Dobbs State Historic Site, local farmers, bakers, artists, and

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Suspect charged with first-degree murder in connection with shooting death of Statesville man

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department has arrested a suspect in the April 21 slaying of a Statesville man. The SPD announced the arrest of Devin Emanuel Rankin, 30, of

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (June 28)

Posted on June 28, 2024 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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N.C. Insurance commissioner provides safety tips for Fourth of July fireworks and grilling

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN RALEIGH — North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is reminding everyone to play it safe around fireworks and the grill as the Fourth of July holiday approaches. “While

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Iredell County will hold public meeting on July 11 to discuss plans for new Harmony Convenience Center

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN Iredell County will hold a public meeting regarding plans for the new Harmony Convenience Center on July 11. The meeting will be held from 5 to 7

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Mooresville man sentenced to more than nine years in prison on federal firearms charge

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN A Mooresville man was sentenced to more than nine years in federal prison on Thursday for illegally possessing a firearm. U.S. District Judge Kenneth D. Bell sentenced

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NCSHP: Statesville man fatally injured in motorcycle crash

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man was killed Wednesday evening when he crashed his motorcycle near Mooresville, according to the N.C. State Highway Patrol. Scott Alexander Turner, 65, was traveling

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Summer internship program provides local teens with real-world work experience (Photos)

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Four days a week, summer intern JaNavya Frances walks into the Bentley Community Center around 8 a.m. ready to start the work day. The youngest member of

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Rotary Club of Statesville Endowment awards $27,000 to local nonprofits

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The Rotary Club of Statesville Endowment has awarded a total of $27,000 to 13 local nonprofits for the spring 2024 grant period. A reception was held at

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NCDHHS launches comprehensive workforce plan to address Direct Support Professional shortage

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to IFN The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday released a multi-year Direct Support Professional Workforce Plan. This plan aims to address the critical shortage of

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Iredell Adult Day Services now licensed as adult day health program

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Iredell Adult Day Services in Statesville held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate a new service offering.  The nonprofit is now licensed as an adult day

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Pedestrian hit, killed by tractor-trailer on I-77 in Mooresville

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The N.C. Highway State Patrol has identified the man who was hit by an 18-wheeler in Mooresville early Wednesday morning. Calvin Jay May, 63, of Greenville was

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Sheriff: Eleven suspects face charges as a result of ongoing ICSO drug investigation

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Sheriff Darren Campbell on Wednesday announced that 11 suspects have been arrested in the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office’s latest drug roundup. This operation, part of ongoing investigations

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