Category: News & Features

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Leigh Ann Darty and Meredith Fleming are two incredible difference makers in our community. For children across Iredell County who have lost a friend or loved one,

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education recognized community members and parents Beth Packman and Jennifer Christian during the board’s October 10 meeting for their support, service and

Special to Iredell Free News Motivational speaker Tyronna Hooker was the guest speaker at the October meeting of the Statesville Woman’s Club. She spoke about “Women Making a Difference,” asserting that

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Iredell Homeless Coalition members have several upcoming events and collection drives to assist those who are homeless or housing insecure or in need as winter and

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 Statesville High School and Western Carolina University have formed a new partnership through a program called Students to Teachers Through Educator Pathways (STEP) to help recruit students from

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Iredell Health System, raised more than $56,000 for local heart health at its first annual Heart of

TOWN OF TROUTMAN CLAY PIPE SEWER SYSTEM AIA REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SERVICES The Town of Troutman is seeking professional engineering services for design, permit approval, bidding, construction observation and

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The weather was absolutely perfect for the opening day of the 47th Flow Carolina BalloonFest. The event, which runs through Sunday, features live entertainment, a wine and beer

Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE. Current Openings Assistant Director of Planning Planning Department Assistant Facility Supervisor- Marketing/Programs Recreation/Parks Department Athletic Supervisors (Part-Time)

BY KARISSA MILLER Celeste Henkel Elementary teacher Sarah Cope confronted the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education earlier this week about the board’s focus on the dress code rather than the

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com At the beginning of Thursday night’s meeting, Town Manager Ron Wyatt asked the Troutman Town Council to delay consideration of the River Rock attached ranch home

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department began receiving reports in late September from residents about being victims of fraud while attempting to sell items on social media.

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Iredell Domestic Violence Task Force raised awareness about the epidemic of domestic violence during its annual “Walk-A-Mile in Their Shoes” event in Downtown Statesville on

FROM STAFF REPORTS Three men face charges as a result of an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation of a drug-related shooting that occurred outside a home near Mooresville last month.

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education approved changes to the district’s meal policies on Monday. The updated policy will eliminate a provision that students who have unpaid

Special to Iredell Free News Seniors who are aging into Medicare or want to explore their options for 2023 can attend a virtual seminar from the comfort of their own

BY KARISSA MILLER Bobcat Co., a global leader in the compact equipment industry, marked the completion of its new $70 million manufacturing facility expansion in Statesville on Wednesday with a

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com Troutman Council members addressed recent criticism about town growth and infrastructure during the council’s agenda briefing on Monday afternoon, correcting a misinterpretation of a state law

Special to Iredell Free News Greg Atkinson of Atkinson Acres Farms will host HempStock, a fall festival, on Saturday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free

Special to Iredell Free News Brevard Street will be closed between First Avenue and Stockton Street for approximately two weeks beginning Monday, October 17. The Stormwater Division will be replacing

TOWN OF TROUTMAN WATER SYSTEM AIA REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) ENGINEERING SERVICES The Town of Troutman is seeking professional engineering services for design, permit approval, bidding, construction observation and contract administration

FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County resident faces multiple counts of larceny of a motor vehicle following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced

BY KARISSA MILLER Statesville Christian School has hired a new athletic director to manage all facets of the school’s athletics program, including scheduling, working with coaches and marketing the school’s

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — In recognition of the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, N.C. Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Mike Causey is urging everyone

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department will host a drug and syringe take-back event on Saturday, October 29, as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s National

FROM STAFF REPORTS During the month of September, Troutman Elementary School students had the opportunity to learn first-hand how milk is an excellent source for protein and essential nutrients to

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education on Monday unanimously approved a resolution supporting the creation of an early college program on the campus of the Career Academy

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: SEPTEMBER 10 ♦ Rondale William Mitchell, 26, of Carriage Club Drive, Mooresville, charged with obtaining property by false

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

Eligible individuals who want to cast their ballot on Election Day 2022 must register to vote by Friday, October 14. Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Eligible individuals who

BY DEBBIE PAGE debbiepage.iredellfreenews@gmail.com The Troutman Ruritan Club, which formed in June, had its first community project on Friday, providing a free spaghetti dinner and school supply drive in the

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is working collectively with more than 100 statewide partners to improve the health of all

Special to Iredell Free News If you’re a patient of any kind, you want those caring for you to understand your situation and perspective. You need someone to not only

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department has announced the promotion of Capt. Pete Morrison to fire marshal, Lt. Danny Fisher to captain, and Firefighter Tanner Goodin to