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Sheriff: Troutman man faces felony drug charges after traffic stop on I-77

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman man faces felony drug charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for operating a vehicle with an expired registration. Sheriff Darren

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (November 10)

Posted on November 10, 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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Birth Announcements: October 31 – November 7

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: OCTOBER 31 ♦ A girl, Jamerlyn Dayanna Calderon Valdivia, born to Soangel Gissel Valdivia

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Oakwood Middle School honors veterans (Photo Gallery)

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Oakwood Middle School, an IB World School, celebrated veterans in a big way Thursday morning. The cafeteria was packed full of retired servicemembers representing the Army, Navy,

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Letter to the Editor: Howell should be removed as I-SS Board chairman

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

To the Editor: A perfect example of despotic political behavior and suppression of basic civil liberties has been on display during the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education’s last three meetings.

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NCDHHS begins notifying automatic enrollees of full Medicaid benefits

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has begun contacting up to 300,000 people who are enrolled in Medicaid’s limited Family Planning program and

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Sheriff: Two suspects face felony drug charges following traffic stop

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Olin man and Statesville woman face felony drug charges following a traffic stop by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests

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City of Statesville announces burning ban, effective immediately

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville on Wednesday announced an immediate ban on all outdoor open burning, including any activities within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling.

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MGSD honors Hyatt for four decades of service to district, community

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education members, Iredell County Board of Commissioners Chair Melissa Neader, and Superintendent Jason Gardner led the praise for retiring school board

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Troutman council members praise police department in wake of deadly shooting

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY DEBBIE PAGE Troutman Town Council members expressed concern and sympathy after a shooting incident on Mills Avenue on Saturday night. Zachary Craig, 20, of Charlotte and Alexander Hipple, 18,

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SPD investigating crash involving I-SS bus in Statesville

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS An Iredell-Statesville Schools student was injured Tuesday afternoon when an I-SS bus was rear-ended by a pickup truck in Statesville. The Statesville Police Department is investigating the

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SBI investigating officer-involved shooting at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The N.C. State Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Wednesday morning at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. Robert William Berry, 56, of

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Election Watch: Three write-in candidates received most votes in Harmony Council race

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Three write-in candidates are poised to win seats on the Harmony Town Council. According to unofficial results from the Iredell County Board of Elections, write-in candidates Brandan

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How Iredell Voted: Carney wins Mooresville mayoral race; incumbents in Troutman, Mooresville lose seats

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville voters on Tuesday selected Chris Carney to be their next mayor by a wide margin. Carney, a former town commissioner and N.C. state senator, easily defeated

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Joint investigation by MPD, ATF results in eight-year prison term for Mexican national

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News An investigation by the Mooresville Police Department and the Charlotte Field Division of the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) culminated Tuesday

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Mitchell to host Veterans Day Ceremony on November 10

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College will host a Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 10, on the Statesville campus to honor the men and

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MPD: Woman faces felony assault charge in connection with stabbing

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville woman faces a felony assault charge in connection with a stabbing that occurred Monday evening. The Mooresville Police Department announced the arrest of Quinitta Shamika

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Mooresville commissioners approve $6.2 million greenway expansion

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville commissioners on Monday awarded a contract to K. West Group LLC for the construction of the Dye Creek Greenway. The maximum price for the project is

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Kubiniec and Kurn attempt to have Trent disqualified from seat on I-SS Board

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY KARISSA MILLER Rising tensions between Iredell-Statesville School board member Anita Kurn and some school board members boiled over during a contentious meeting Monday night, prompting the school board attorney

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Statesville Council gives preliminary approval to $18 million mixed-use development

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The $18 million Statesville Gateway development will bring 61,000 square feet of retail space and 181 townhomes to 32 acres located off Turnersburg Highway. During its meeting

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Community gathers to honor veterans as weeklong observance begins in Mooresville

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A group from Welcome Home Veterans at Richard’s Coffee Shop raised a POW flag in tribute to their fallen comrades on Monday, beginning the Town of Mooresville’s

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Cub Scout Pack #173 honors local veterans

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Cub Scouts from Cub Scout Pack #173 placed American flags on the graves of veterans at Centre Presbyterian Church and Fair View United Methodist Church

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Rescue Ranch to host Outdoor Explorers Day on November 10

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Rescue Ranch will host its Outdoor Explorers Day on Friday, November 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Throughout the day, families can enjoy the

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Birth Announcements: October 24-28

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: OCTOBER 24 ♦ A girl, Mila Faith Sweet. born to Tyler and Brook Sweet

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Troutman police release names of victims in double shooting on Mills Avenue

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Troutman Police Department has released the names of two men who were shot in the 200 block of Mills Avenue on Saturday night. Zachary Craig, 20,

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‘I’m not a politician’: Compton hopes to continue serving hometown as mayor

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Bobby Compton has served the residents of Mooresville in various capacities for more than four decades. He retired after working as a town firefighter for 31 years

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Carney vows to restore ‘customer service’ focus to Mooresville government

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

BY MIKE FUHRMAN If he’s elected mayor, Chris Carney promises that residents and taxpayers will receive a better customer-service experience when they are doing business with the Town of Mooresville.

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ICSO Felony Arrests: October 27 – November 3

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 27 ♦ Craig Alan Blackwell Jr., 30, of Reynolda Drive, Statesville, was served with two true

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City of Statesville Career Opportunities (November 5)

Posted on November 5, 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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Chief Campurciani elected vice chair of IACP executive committee

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani was recently elected to a leadership position by the International Association of Chiefs of Police during the organization’s annual conference

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Iredell Health System announces new director of 1 North and Infusion Care Services

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System is pleased to announce Pamela Moore has been promoted to director of 1 North and Infusion Care Services. Moore has worked at

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Sheriff: Suspect faces drug charges after ICSO investigates anonymous tip

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS A western Iredell County man on probation for drug and weapon offenses faces new charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sherriff Darren Campbell

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Troutman police, SBI investigating double shooting on Mills Avenue

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Troutman Police Department and N.C. State Bureau of Investigation is investigating a double shooting that occurred on Mills Avenue on Saturday evening. One victim was transported

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MPD Felony Arrests: October 16-31

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 16 ♦ Timia Katrice Beckham, 19, of Pin Hook Road, Charlotte, charged with larceny and common law

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

Posted on November 4, 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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Election Watch: Tips for voting in Tuesday’s municipal elections

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Mike Fuhrman

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Eligible voters in 465 municipalities across 86 counties will go to the polls on Tuesday, November 7, to cast ballots in elections for

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