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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

deBotech named organization’s 2026 Sponsor of the Year Special to IFN Christine Patterson, the Town of Mooresville’s director of experience & engagement, has been named 2026 Director of the Year

IFN Staff The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 9 ♦ Malik Hasan Mohammad, 61, of Westwood Drive, Statesville, charged with flee/elude arrest with a motor vehicle.

BY NIKKI CHAPMAN Iredell County Rescue Squad hosted a weekend training session February 20-22, involving members from  agencies such as Iredell County Search & Rescue, Harmony Fire, and Davie County

BY DEBBIE PAGE Fifty community members packed the Troutman Town Hall to express their concerns about a proposed Home Run Market planned for a 4.5-acre tract at the corner of

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Sandra Houston Hunt wanted a hot dog and a Coke when she sat down at the lunch counter at the Statesville Woolworth’s some 66 years ago. She

Special to IFN Iredell Christian Ministries is grateful to announce a special partnership with Justin Hagan, art teacher at East Iredell Elementary School, celebrating the creativity and imagination of his

Special to IFN Iredell Health System announced on Friday that visitor restrictions at Iredell Memorial Hospital have been lifted, effective immediately. The health system implemented the restrictions on December 29,

BY JEFF CORBETT Two friends—a scientist and a city-dweller—were walking down a crowded Manhattan sidewalk at lunchtime. Taxis blared. Vendors shouted. A construction crew jackhammered somewhere nearby. The whole street

BY DEBBIE PAGE During its annual awards luncheon on Tuesday, the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce honored Mike Cook of Cavin-Cook Funeral Home with the Mooresville Ford Citizen of the

BY KEVIN IMM Mooresville, Shepherds, Troutman and South Iredell fire rescue personnel, along with Iredell County EMS, responded to a report of a structure fire with people trapped on Roseland

Special to IFN Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC) invites families across Iredell County to celebrate literacy at its annual Read Across America events, featuring two free, in-person celebrations

Special to IFN NC Works and The Christian Mission have partnered to host a free career fair on Tuesday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 919 North

BY MIKE KUBINIEC In the last election cycle, our district did not get the voice it deserved. When the previous representative stepped aside late in the filing period, the race

Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday introduced its newest canine officer, Waldo. A 2-year-old Goldendoodle, Waldo will work primarily at the Iredell County Detention Center. Specially

Special to IFN The Exchange Club of Troutman invites the community to enjoy a day of classic cars, motorcycles, great food, and community spirit at the Second Annual Car Show.

Special to IFN RALEIGH — The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has released its 2025 Fire Fatality Report, and the numbers are sobering: 159 North Carolinians lost

BY DEREK DEVOS Most people believe they would recognize PTSD if they saw it. They picture flashbacks, panic, or someone unable to function day to day. But, in real life,

IFN Staff Two men face felony drug charges after a Mooresville police officer encountered them outside of a town recreation center and then found nearly a pound of marijuana in

Special to IFN The Rotary Club of Top of the Lake–Mooresville on Tuesday announced the successful sponsorship and chartering of the Rotary Club of Greater Nebbi in Uganda. The new

CORRECTION: An earlier version of this article mischaracterized what GOP Chairman Sean McGowan said about the next step in the process of filling the vacant seat on the I-SS Board

IFN Staff A current candidate for a seat on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners and a former candidate for Statesville City Council have been ordered to pay $1,000 to

BY KEVIN IMM Fire Department recently conducted a live burn fire training at a donated property off Ashbrook Road. Personnel from Troutman, Monticello, Cool Springs, Stony Point, Statesville and Central

IFN Staff Two suspects face felony charges after Mooresville police officers seized an assortment of narcotics and a firearm from a vehicle after responding a call for service on Alcove

BY KEVIN IMM South Iredell, Mooresville, Shepherds and Atwell fire and rescue personnel responded to a structure fire on Linwood Road about 2:31 p.m. on Monday. Mooresville Engine 1 was

IFN Staff A convicted felon faces two felony firearm charges in connection with a disturbance that occurred near Statesville over the weekend. On Saturday, February 21, Iredell County Sheriff’s Office

BY REP. TODD CARVER I would like to take a moment to talk about the importance of voting in this primary season. Early voting runs through Saturday, February 28. During

Special to IFN Veteran fire investigator Kevin Aube has been appointed Iredell County fire marshal. Aube, who has nearly two decades of fire service experience, advanced investigative credentials, and a

Special to IFN Iredell Physician Network, a part of Iredell Health System, has welcomed Amy Kilpatrick to Iredell Psychiatry. She recently served as case management coordinator for Iredell Davis Behavioral

BY KEVIN IMM Troutman Fire Rescue was alerted for a vehicle fire on Talon Trail about 7:57 p.m. on Saturday. Responding units were notified that the fire was burning the

BY MIKE FUHRMAN The Iredell County Republican Party’s Executive Committee has some important work to do on Monday evening. At the risk of sounding over-dramatic, nothing less than the future

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IFN Staff The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: FEBRUARY 2 ♦ Rebecca Ann Johnston, 32, of Amity Hill Road, Statesville, charged with possession with intent to sell

BY KARISSA MILLER East Iredell Elementary School was filled with students and proud family members last week as the school hosted its annual Academic Day. “We love welcoming our parents

Special to IFN Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is accepting applications from artists who are interested in participating in the Spring Craft Art Crawl. The event is scheduled for 2 to

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The annual Statesville Wedding Expo was held at the Statesville Event Center on Sunday afternoon. A diverse group of vendors were on hand to help couples plan

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD During their winter budget retreat in Hickory on Thursday, Statesville City Council members talked about a three-year capital improvement plan, held a strategic plan review, and discussed

Special to IFN The Statesville Woman’s Club is now taking orders for the Annual Geranium Sale that will be held on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Special to IFN Fair View United Methodist Church in Mt. Mourne recently observed Scout Sunday with Scouts and Scout Leaders from Cub Scout Pack #173 and Scouts BSA Troops #173

Special to IFN The Mooresville Police Department has launched its new Drone First Responder (DFR) program, designed to get eyes on the scene faster and enhance public safety. The MPD

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: FEBRUARY 11 ♦ Rodney Lynn Southworth, 75, of Damascus Church Road, Hiddenite, charged with manufacture or possess a

IFN Staff A Statesville man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a Bobcat compact loader from a construction site following an investigation by the Troutman Police Department.

Special to IFN The Town of Mooresville will host its fourth annual Creek Week March 9-14. The Town’s Stormwater Division will be working with various town departments, as well as

Special to IFN When you or a family member gets hurt, knowing where to seek care can make all the difference. While emergency rooms are essential for life-threatening injuries, severe

Special to IFN The Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell (DACI) will present its annual “In The Know: A Community Conversation on Substance Misuse” event on Tuesday, March 10, at the Statesville

Special to IFN Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC) recently received a $979.52 donation from JMS Southeast Inc. through the company’s employee-supported vending machine fundraising initiative. Each month, JMS

Special to IFN Let’s Talk Strength Inc. will present the 6th Annual 5K & Mission Fest on May 16 in Downtown Mooresville. The event, which supports military mental health and suicide

Special to IFN The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: JANUARY 29 ♦ A boy, Axel Lee Fontaine, born to Liam Fontaine and Madison Simpson of

Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) Board approved $25.86 million in funding for transportation projects during its meeting on February 18. These funds support 16 projects

Special to IFN Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Jeff James, community leaders, educators, and residents will gather at South Iredell High School Performing Arts Center on Sunday, February 22, for an interactive