Iredell Free News

BY JEFF CORBETT Anne Morrow Lindbergh was fond of saying, “Good communication is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleep after.” Are you — and what

BY KARISSA MILLER Woodland Heights Elementary School students and staff paid tribute to local military veterans Thursday morning during the school’s eighth annual Veterans Day Celebration. “We want you to

BY DEBBIE PAGE With the continuing federal shutdown and the cessation of some food benefits, Iredell County agencies are seeing rapidly increasing numbers of new applications for food assistance. Salvation

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education approved its $86,767,209 budget for 2025-2026 budget on Monday night. State revenues represent the majority of funding, with local

BY DEBBIE PAGE George Harris, Felina Harris, and Tonya Bartlett were elected to the three open Troutman Town Council seats on Tuesday. George Harris was the top vote getter after

Special to IFN With small businesses feeling the impacts of rising health care costs, the N.C. Chamber has partnered with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of North Carolina to provide

Special to IFN The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally acclaimed, Emmy-nominated concert handbell ensemble will perform at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville on Saturday, November 15, as part of the Performing

Special to IFN A woman faces felony drug charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a Statesville hotel to investigate a narcotics complaint. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced

Special to IFN The Mooresville Graded School District Board of Education has approved the appointment of Toni-Ann Lukacs as the new director of the Before and After School Program (BASP).

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is considering two options as the district prepares for its upcoming device refresh. During Monday’s board meeting,  I-SS Executive Director of Digital

Special to IFN Wendy Troutman has been name director of corporate wellness for Iredell Health System. A 25-year employee of the nonprofit, Troutman began her journey as a CNA. She

IFN Staff Doug Hendrix was elected mayor of the City of Statesville on Tuesday, defeating four other candidates in the race to succeed long-time Mayor Costi Kutteh. According to unofficial

 IFN Staff Former Troutman Councilman George W. Harris, who lost his seat by a single vote in 2023, was the top vote-getter in Tuesday’s race for three seats on the

IFN Staff Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney was re-elected Tuesday, but two incumbent town commissioners lost their seats, according to unofficial results. Carney garnered 2,122 votes (49.58%) to win a second

IFN Staff A western Iredell County resident faces numerous charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, after being stopped by Troutman Police Department officers. The TPD announced the arrest of Douglas Scott

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A divided Statesville City Council voted on Monday to approve the first reading of an annexation request for the site of a proposed 385-home development off Hill

Special to IFN Cub Scouts from Cub Scout Pack # 173 recently placed American flags on the grave sites of veterans at Centre Presbyterian Church and Fair View United Methodist

IFN Staff A Statesville man has been arrested in connection with the theft of electrical wiring from a residential construction site following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Rate Bureau has requested an overall 68.3 percent statewide average rate increase for dwelling insurance policies, with the proposed implementation over a two-year period.

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council invites the community to attend a special Small Works Show featuring fine artist Amy Sullivan on Wednesday, November 5, from 5:30 to 7

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON As Veterans Day approaches, American Renaissance School is honoring those who have served in the military with two special patriotic window displays. Christmas trees decorated with around

BY MIKE FUHRMAN At this critical time in the city’s history, Statesville needs a mayor who can work effectively with city employees, other elected officials and business leaders from diverse

IFN Staff A Love Valley resident faces several felony charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine, after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy on Wilkesboro Highway. Sheriff Darren Campbell

BY DEBBIE PAGE The 2025 Empty Bowls Annual Fundraiser benefitting Fifth Street Ministries will be on Sunday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, located

BY DEBBIE PAGE During the October Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell meeting, Susan Willis of Partners Health Management presented information about the Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiatives. North Carolina is one of

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

BY KARISSA MILLER NB Mills Elementary School hosted its trunk-or-treat and family reading night on Thursday. Student dressed up as Pokémon characters, princesses, dinosaurs, cheerleaders, superheroes and more while going

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 24 ♦ Jeremie Garrett Moore, 37, of Fox Run Drive, Statesville, charged with malicious conduct by a

Special to IFN RALEIGH — For registered voters in 447 cities, towns, and villages across 88 North Carolina counties, Election Day is Tuesday, November 4. The 2025 Municipal Elections Map

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A large crowd enjoyed live music, dance performances, classic cars, festival foods, the Kids Zone and unique crafts at the 22nd Statesville Pumpkin Fest. Photo Gallery

Frank Owens ♦ Age: 80 ♦ Family: Wife and Daughter ♦ Education: Mooresville High School ♦ Professional Experience: Police Executive Management program, various other work-related college classes ♦ Volunteer/community service: Chairman, Mooresville Rescue Squad Foundation,

Scarlett Overbay-Inman ♦ Age: 52 ♦ Family: Married with two daughters ♦ Education: Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte ♦ Professional Experience: I have worked in

H. William Compton Jr. ♦ Age: 70 ♦ Family: Single ♦ Education: Mitchell Community College, AA; University of North Carolina Charlotte, BA. ♦ Professional Experience: Educator. Marketing. Sales.  ♦ Community

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

Special to IFN As North Carolinians prepare to turn back their clocks one hour this weekend for the end of Daylight-Saving Time, the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: OCTOBER 14 ♦ Nazmija Muja, 39, of no fixed address charged with possession of methamphetamine. OCTOBER 16 ♦ Jonathan

Special to IFN As many older adults experience delays in their SNAP (Food and Nutrition Services) benefits, one thing remains certain — the Iredell Council on Aging will continue to

BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville Fire Rescue personnel, Mooresville Police officers and Iredell County EMS responded to a report of a structure collapse on Brawley School Road about 10:48 p.m. Friday.

Update: Ms. Pratt has been located, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate 78-year-old Kay Pratt. She was last seen

BY DEBBIE PAGE Fifty organizations, churches, nonprofits, and businesses lined the ESC Park Fitness Trail on Friday afternoon to hand out treats to about 2,000 kids and their families in

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board approved a rezoning request for a parcel on Byers Road and strengthened the town’s parking requirements at its October meeting. Rocky

BY SARA HELMICK The United Way of Iredell County and our dedicated partner agencies have long been committed to supporting our neighbors in need—and that commitment remains unwavering. As the

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Fewer than 1,000 voters statewide may have received a letter [see Notice of Late Voter Registration Letter (PDF)] in error from their county board of

Dana L. Tucker  ♦ Age: 55 ♦ Family: Wife, 4 children ♦ Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate in Psychology, Masters in Business Administration, Masters in Strategic Studies ♦ Professional Experience: 33+ Years military service

Lisa Qualls ♦ Age: 57 ♦ Family: Fiancé Bill Willburn; two cats, Leo and Willie ♦ Education: Attended Ohio University ♦ Occupation: Mortgage Banker ♦ Community Service: Active with Williamson’s

Justin Crews ♦ Age: 42 ♦ Family: Married to my wife for almost 17 years; together we have seven wonderful children. ♦ Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering ♦ Professional Experience: Electrical

BY KARISSA MILLER Civil Air Patrol Capt. David Leach provided a history lesson and shared some information about careers involving drones during a recent visit to Troutman Middle School. “The

Special to IFN RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is reminding North Carolinians to be careful they’re not buying or handing out THC-infused products that look like candy on Halloween.

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Dozens of children dressed in colorful costumes descended on Downtown Statesville on Thursday afternoon for the annual trick-or-treat event. Photo Gallery

Special to IFN Pumpkin Fest returns to Downtown Statesville on Saturday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event’s title sponsor is Flow Automotive. Admission is free. Attractions

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD From providing a safe, nurturing place for children to learn and thrive to helping senior citizens make their homes more comfortable, I-CARE is there for Iredell County.