Iredell Free News

BY REP. TODD CARVER This week I want to share some information with you about HB 67, The Healthcare Workforce Reform. You probably haven’t heard of it because it was

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County Cooperative Extension Director Nancy Keith will officially retire on September 1, bringing to an end a career of service that has spanned four decades. Her

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

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 15 ♦ Charles Lee Moore, 46, of E. Memorial Highway, Harmony, charged with possession of methamphetamine and

Special to IFN Foundation For The Carolinas has awarded a $20,000 grant to Lake Norman Humane to support the construction of a low-cost spay and neuter clinic that will provide

IFN Staff The Statesville Planning Department has recommended approval of the rezoning request for a large data center proposed for 255 Stamey Farm Road in western Iredell County. Compass Data

Special to IFN The Statesville Police Department will host the 2025 Statesville Night Out on Thursday, October 2. This free community event, which will be held from 5:30 to 7:30

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 At the Iredell County Animal Shelter, volunteerism isn’t just about walking dogs or cleaning kennels — it’s about building connections, fostering compassion, and inspiring a lifelong commitment

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville, the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame and Visit Mooresville will celebrate Mooresville’s deep roots in racing at the 2025 Mooresville Motorsports

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is working on implementing a policy to restrict student use of cell phones and other wireless devices during the school day.

IFN Staff A Statesville man faces felony drug charges following a six-month investigation by the Statesville Police Department. The SPD announced the arrest of Kaseem Miller, 48, of Wilmington Avenue,

IFN Staff A Mooresville man faces drug and weapons charges following an investigation by the Mooresville Police Department. The MPD announced the arrest of Gregory Adam Newton, 41, in a

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and State Board of Education (SBE) launched “Achieving Educational Excellence,” a comprehensive strategic plan that sets an ambitious goal:

BY RON SMITH Sometimes, progress is ugly, and inconvenient, and frustrating, and expensive. Right now, one does not have to drive or walk far in Statesville to come across a

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD She may have been working behind the scenes each year at the Iredell County Agricultural Fair, but make no mistake about it, Nancy Keith’s contributions have been

BY JOE HUDSON I was on the front porch when you drove by and I waved, thinking that as a member of the Statesville City Council, I sometimes get ferocious

BY DEBBIE PAGE After fair parking was brought up in member comments at the end of last Thursday night’s Troutman Town Council meeting, Mayor Teross Young called a special meeting

BY DEBBIE PAGE Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell Board chair Dorothy Hensley announced Monday that Kristin Blumenstein had been promoted to executive director. Hensley made the announcement at DACI’s monthly meeting.

Special to IFN Rocky Mount Church is excited to announce its 9th Annual Car Show on Saturday, September 13. This free, family-friendly event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Special to IFN RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein on Tuesday signed Executive Order 21, taking steps to improve public safety and prevent gang violence. The governor announced the continuation of

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD A couple of agenda items related to affordable housing sparked a heated debate between some members of the Statesville City Council on Monday evening. Council heard a

Special to IFN The Iredell Statesville Community Enrichment Corporation, in partnership with City of Statesville, All American Stage, Sound & Lights, Beasley Media Group LLC, Insomniacs Inc. and the Statesville

Special to IFN The North Iredell High School FFA chapter has been recognized in 2025 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. The North Iredell chapter earned a

BY KEVIN IMM The Harmony Volunteer Fire Department recently took delivery of a refurbished Pierce ladder truck after a two-year effort. Members from the Lone Hickory Fire Department assisted Harmony

Special to IFN Cyclists from across the region will descend on Downtown Mooresville on Sunday, September 7, for the third annual Mooresville Fondo, hosted by Top of the Lake Rotary.

BY KARISSA MILLER During the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting earlier this month, District 5 representative Mike Kubiniec publicly called out the board for what he views as a

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The first wave of mailings is being sent to North Carolina voters who need to provide their driver’s license number (DL#) or last four digits of

Special to IFN Members of the City of Statesville Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Response Team earned first place in the N.C. Association of Hazardous Materials Responders (NCAHMR) Hazmat Challenge on

IFN Staff A Statesville man has been sentenced to a minimum of 12 years in state prison after being convicted of sexually abusing several children, including a 13-month-old child. Christopher

Special to IFN The Iredell Arts Council will host an exclusive exhibition and competition on Wednesday, August 20. “Celebrating Film in Visual Arts” art show will be held from 5:30

A limited number of special ‘Herd Passes’ will also be available IFN Staff The Statesville Football Club on Monday announced that season tickets for the 2026 season will be available

IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 16 ♦ James Joel Letarte, 67, of Holly Ridge Drive, Mooresville, charged with third-degree sexual exploitation of a

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

Special to IFN More than 100 people who are committed to keeping their congregations safe attended the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office’s Church Shield class last week. After the evening opened

Special to IFN Brian Summers has announced his campaign to be Statesville’s next mayor. Summers, who touts a 31-year career in the federal government, is one of five candidates seeking

Special to IFN The opportunity to care for generations of families sets a community hospital like Iredell Memorial apart from some others. On July 29, 2025, Emily Austin, assistant director

Special to IFN District Court Judge Rob Young recently earned an LLM Degree in International Law through Nottingham Trent University Law School in Nottingham, England. The LLM, or Masters of

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman ABC Board, represented by Store Manager Evelyn Coleman, reported to the Troutman Town Council on Thursday night that the store experienced a 6.24 percent increase

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

IFN Staff The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 8 ♦ Eric Shawn Campbell, 41, of Hidden Lakes Road, Statesville, charged with maintaining a dwelling or

Special to IFN JMS Southeast Inc. and Statesville Process Instruments Inc. donated $837 to Pharos Parenting in August, thanks to proceeds from their employee vending machines. The companies purchase snacks

Special to IFN Zadie Blázquez-Straub, a Pine Lake Prep fifth-grader, spent the last few days of summer vacation on America’s Field Trip to Yellowstone National Park. Zadie shared the experience

BY DEBBIE PAGE After hearing impassioned speakers outlining flaws in the proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) sections regarding temporary uses and produce stands, the Troutman Council listened

BY KARISSA MILLER Students were welcomed back to campuses across Iredell County this week as the new school year began August 11. In an effort to foster a positive school

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JULY 29 ♦ Derren Tremayne Oglesby, 51, of 7th Street, Statesville, charged with felony probation violation. JULY 31 ♦

BY KARISSA MILLER The first week of school at N.B. Mills Elementary School was filled with joyful smiles, bubbles and high-fives as 14 volunteers from First Baptist Church in Statesville

IFN Staff A large crowd attended Friday night’s Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert featuring Petty Rewind. Photo Gallery

BY DEBBIE PAGE Mooresville Graded School District Chief Operations Officer Scott Smith on Tuesday pleaded with drivers to stop when school buses have engaged their red lights and stop arm.

Special to IFN The City of Statesville is notifying residents, motorists, and local businesses of upcoming road closures connected to a major waterline replacement project. This work is part of

IFN Staff A Harmony man faces felony drug trafficking charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a traffic violation on Interstate 77. Sheriff Darren Campbell