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Birth Announcements: November 8-16

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: NOVEMBER 8 ♦ A boy, Dominic Sixto Sosa-Barnette, born to Lisbeth Sosa and Antonio

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CATS college fair exposes students to training opportunities in automotive industry (Photos)

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER More than a dozen trade schools, community colleges and other community resources met with Career Academy and Technical School students on Tuesday to provide information about the

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SPD seeks solutions to youth violence at community meeting

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE About 60 police officers and community members met at the Statesville Civic Center to brainstorm solutions to the youth violence plaguing Statesville in recent years, continuing a

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Insurance commissioner discourages use of turkey fryers due to risk of fire, injuries

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, who is also the State Fire Marshal, is reminding North Carolinians of the dangers associated with frying turkeys this holiday

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Three juveniles face charges after traffic stop by SPD Crime Reduction Unit officers

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Three juveniles face a variety of charges after Statesville police officers found a firearm and marijuana in a vehicle during a traffic stop. Officers assigned

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Photo Gallery: 2023 Mooresville Christmas Parade

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The 2023 Mooresville Christmas Parade was held in downtown on Tuesday afternoon. Photo Gallery

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Iredell County Superior Court Report: November 21

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The following cases were among those disposed of during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Patrice Blackwood pleaded guilty to Attempted Malicious Conduct

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Statesville Council approves demolition plan for three downtown buildings destroyed by fire

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Nearly seven months after a fire ravaged buildings in the heart of the historic downtown, the Statesville City Council approved the demolition of three structures — with

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Mooresville commissioners approve rezoning for proposed 266-unit mixed-use development

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville town commissioners on Monday approved a developer’s request to rezone a 13.43-acre site near the intersection of West Plaza Drive and Talbert Drive, clearing the way

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Coleman launches bid for seat on Iredell County Board of Commissioners

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville resident Richard Coleman has announced his candidacy for a seat on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners. Coleman spent 15 years working in NASCAR

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Sheriff: Suspect charged with supplying drugs in case involving fatal overdose

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Rowan County man has been charged with a felony in connection with a fatal drug overdose following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff

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Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigating fatal shooting in southern end of the county

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend in the southern end of the county. ICSO patrol deputies were dispatched

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Sawyer announces campaign for fourth term in N.C. Senate

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News N.C. Sen. Vickie Sawyer announced on Monday that she will seek a fourth term to represent residents of the 37th District in Raleigh. “I’m proud

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ICSO Felony Arrests: November 9-17

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: NOVEMBER 9 ♦ Charles Andrew Harmon, 59, of Turnersburg Highway, Statesville, charged with possession of methamphetamine, five

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Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service to be held November 21 at the Unity Center

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Grace Baptist Church and the Iredell Clergy For Healing and Justice will co-host the Annual Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 21. The service

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

Posted on November 19, 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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City of Statesville announces revised schedule for Thanksgiving week

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free New All City of Statesville offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24, in observance of Thanksgiving. The Statesville Fitness & Activity

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What a Year! Hannah Harvey made the most of her time as Miss Iredell County

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Hannah Harvey’s reign as Miss Iredell County drew to a close on November 11 when she crowned her successor Jamie Logan. To say that it

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Comfort for Grieving Moms: Iredell Health System partners with nonprofit June’s Bouquets

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Grieving mothers who have lost a child at The Birth Place will now leave Iredell Memorial Hospital with something to cradle in their arms –

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Iredell County Board of Elections votes to hold evidentiary hearing on challenge to Trent’s voter registration

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Elections will hold an evidentiary hearing on a challenge to Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education member Abby Trent’s voter registration on December

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South River Baptist, Mountaire Cares team up to provide Thanksgiving dinner for families in need

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The parking lot at South River Baptist Church was packed Saturday morning with people dedicated to helping others. South River Baptist members and Mountaire Farms employees packed

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MPD Felony Arrests: November 1-14

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: NOVEMBER 1 ♦ Craig Lavon Wilson, 55, of Rinehardt Road, Mooresville, charged with fail to register as a

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

Posted on November 18, 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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Local culinary students sharpen their skills at ProStart bootcamp (Photos)

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Area high school students got a firsthand look at what it takes to make it in the food industry while simultaneously receiving helpful tips from local professional

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Letter to the Editor: When ‘See Something, Say Something’ fails those it’s designed to protect

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: Picture this: A mild-mannered middle school student courageously musters the strength to report a deeply distressing incident. A sexually explicit and uninvited message, sent by a classmate,

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Election Watch: Candidate filing for 2024 races begins December 4

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Voters across North Carolina soon will learn the candidates who will vie for their votes in 2024. Candidate filing for most contests in the

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Local dentist faces federal charges in connection with $3 million loan scheme and tax evasion

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News A federal grand jury in Charlotte has indicted a Troutman man on charges he orchestrated a fraudulent loan scheme that defrauded the U.S. Small Business

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How Iredell Voted: Official results from the November 7 elections

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Elections on Friday certified the results of the November 7 municipal elections in Iredell County and the Mooresville Graded School District election.

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (November 17)

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of

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Sheriff: Convicted felon faces felony gun charge after traffic stop

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF RESULTS A convicted felon faces a felony gun charge after being stopped for a traffic violation by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the

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MPD: Sting operation brings down organized theft ring

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A sting operation by the Mooresville Police Department resulted in the arrests of five men accused of orchestrating an organized retail theft ring. Detectives began investigating on

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Kubiniec’s effort to remove Trent from I-SS Board followed his campaign manager’s promise of ‘anarchy’

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education member Mike Kubiniec and his supporters have gone on the offensive in the weeks since he was removed as vice chairman. With

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Santa’s magic mailbox returns to Statesville City Hall on November 27

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Santa Claus is returning to Statesville City Hall this holiday season, and he’s bringing his magic mailbox with him! Starting November 27, the magic mailbox

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Sheriff: ICSO, SBI investigation leads to arrests of 11 suspects involved in sale of illegal narcotics

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A multi-agency narcotics investigation that began with a single undercover drug buy culminated in the arrests of 11 suspects on felony drug charges by the Iredell County

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TPD: Second suspect in double shooting jailed without bond

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The second suspect in the recent double shooting in Troutman is now in custody. James Richard Gann, 19, of Christofle Drive, Cornelius, turned himself in at the

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Lights of Love events scheduled for November 29-30

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The holidays are drawing near, and so is Iredell Health Foundation’s second annual Lights of Love, benefiting the Cancer Patient Support Fund for Iredell Health

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