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City of Statesville releases 2023 Water Quality Report
City drinking water meets or exceeds all state and federal health standards Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville has released its 2023 Water Quality Report, which demonstrates
Calling all Musicians! ‘Make Music Day’ is coming to Downtown Statesville on June 21
Special to Iredell Free News Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and the Iredell Arts Council are teaming up to bring “Make Music Day” to Downtown Statesville on Friday, June 21. The
Tickets still available for Sunday’s AML Wrestling ‘Wanted Man’ event in Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News Family-friendly wrestling will debut in Statesville on Sunday, April 28, when Figure 4 Collectibles and Swim N Pool and Spas present AML Wrestling’s “Wanted Man.”
Lt. Gov. Robinson announces launch of N.C. Medal of Valor webpage
Special to Iredell Free News Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson recently announced the launch of the North Carolina Medal of Valor webpage on the official Lt. Governor’s website. The North Carolina
Sheriff: Statesville man charged with sexually abusing juvenile following ICSO investigation
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man who recently served time in federal prison after being convicted of cyberstalking faces news charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Gov. Cooper proposes significant investments in teacher pay, child care and clean water
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday released his recommended budget for FY 2024-2025, “Securing North Carolina’s Future.” The governor’s plan would raise teacher pay
Livingstone College president to deliver keynote address at Statesville Branch NAACP’s annual banquet
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will host its annual Freedom Fund & Awards Banquet on May 19.
Iredell County Health Department to host seminar on substance misuse support
Special to Iredell Free News Substance misuse remains a significant challenge affecting individuals and communities worldwide. As part of its effort to provide support and resources for those affected, the
Full Bloom Film Festival to present interactive viewing of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ on April 26
Special to Iredell Free News The Full Bloom Film Festival will present a special screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at the
SPD: Suspect faces nine felony charges following sexual assault investigation
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces multiple charges of statutory rape and indecent liberties with a child following an investigation by the Statesville Police Department. The SPD announced the
Calling All Musicians & Music Lovers: Make Music Day coming to Downtown Statesville on June 21
Special to Iredell Free News Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and the Iredell Arts Council are teaming up to bring Make Music Day to Statesville on Friday, June 21. From 12
Talented group of contestants set to inspire crowd at Gospel’s Finest Singing Competition
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The judges for the 7th Annual Gospel’s Finest Singing Competition have an unenviable task. Selecting a single winner from the eight contestants in this weekend’s competition is
Poverty simulation spurs participants’ desire to help struggling neighbors (Photos)
BY DEBBIE PAGE About 100 people participated in The Christian Mission’s Poverty Simulation on Tuesday to experience a “month” of struggling to meet basic survival needs for themselves and their
MPD requests public’s assistance in locating stolen motorcycle
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Police Department detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a stolen 2020 Yamaha R6 motorcycle and carry-on utility trailer. On April 4,
Daniel Rodriguez to perform at Iredell Arts Council on April 25
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will present a concert by solo artist Daniel Rodriguez on Thursday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. The concert will take place
Troutman Planning and Zoning Board recommends changes to town regulations for election signs, fences
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Planning and Zoning Board recommended two amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance on Monday night. The proposed changes will be considered by the Town Council
EnergyUnited ranks 7th among electric cooperatives in J.D. Power customer satisfaction survey
Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited ranked 7th for customer satisfaction for residential electric service among cooperatives in the J.D. Power 2023 Electric Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction Study. The cooperative’s
Photo Gallery: Troutman community joins town’s Earth Day clean-up effort
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Parks and Recreation Department sponsored an Earth Day community cleanup on Monday evening with about 30 community members participating, including representatives of the N.C. Department
MPD Felony Arrests: April 1-12
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 2 ♦ Shelly Melvin Scaglione, 55, of W. Center Street, Mooresville, charged with possession of a controlled
Mooresville Arts announces winners of 46th Annual Spring Fest
Special to Iredell Free News Seventy artists entered a total of 128 entries in the 46th Anniversary SpringFest Judged Show & Competition presented by Mooresville Arts. Artists from Mooresville, Cornelius, Davidson,
State of North Carolina awarded $156 million by EPA to strengthen solar energy use across state
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Monday that EnergizeNC, North Carolina’s Solar for All coalition, has been selected by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for
Photo Gallery: Inaugural Charles Fest attracts a crowd to northern Iredell County community
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON About 500 people attended the inaugural Charles Fest on Saturday, beginning what organizer Kevin Robertson hopes will become an annual tradition in the northern Iredell County community.
Kurfees appointed city clerk for City of Statesville
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville City Manager Ron Smith has appointed Emily Kurfees to serve as city clerk. Kurfees succeeds Brenda Fugett, who retired after 14 years as city clerk. “Emily’s
ICSO Felony Arrests: April 12-18
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 12 ♦ Brianna Sade Bost, 28, of Lippard Farm Road, Statesville, charged with possession of a