Category: News & Features

FROM STAFF REPORTS The N.C. Highway State Patrol has identified the man who was hit by an 18-wheeler in Mooresville early Wednesday morning. Calvin Jay May, 63, of Greenville was

FROM STAFF REPORTS Sheriff Darren Campbell on Wednesday announced that 11 suspects have been arrested in the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office’s latest drug roundup. This operation, part of ongoing investigations

FROM STAFF REPORTS A suspect has been charged with breaking into a neighbor’s vehicle and stealing a firearm following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell

Special to IFN On Tuesday evening, Union Grove Elementary Principal Keeley Ward and her staff hosted a cookout to show their appreciation for the many community partners and volunteers that

Special to IFN Iredell County’s state legislative delegation is working to block an effort by the City of Charlotte to take ownership of property in southern Iredell County without seeking

Special to IFN The Iredell County Board of Commissioners released the following statement on Tuesday in response to an Iredell Free News article reporting on an investigation into the operations

FROM STAFF REPORTS A 70-year-old man faces 10 child sexual exploitation charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Paul Howard

Special to IFN RALEIGH — As the drone industry continues its rapid growth, a new program is creating exciting career prospects for North Carolina’s high school students in the Uncrewed Ariel

BY DEBBIE PAGE Although the federal government raised the legal age to purchase tobacco products to 21 in December of 2019, North Carolina is one of eight states who have

Special to IFN The City of Statesville will host its annual Fireworks Celebration on Wednesday, July 3. The fireworks will be launched about 9:30 p.m. from the Signal Hill Mountain

BY KEVIN IMM A mobile home off Ramblewood Lane in Troutman was destroyed by an early morning fire on Tuesday. Troutman Fire & Rescue personnel responded to the scene at

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Drug-Alcohol Coalition of Iredell is continuing its efforts to prevent prescription medications from falling into the wrong hands. During the nonprofit’s June meeting, Program Coordinator Kristin

Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is seeking dedicated applicants for the Candidate Program. Individuals selected for the program will be paid an annual salary of $49,484 while

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Olivia Zsarmani’s dream of being a college gymnast nearly ended while she was warming up for a high-level club competition in Kansas City during her sophomore year

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 7 ♦ Jatana Monique Little, 32, of Park Drive, Statesville, charged with forgery of notes, checks, and

Special to IFN The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) invites the public to participate in a drop-in community event on Wednesday, June 26, from 3 to 5 p.m. The

Special to IFN Drinking a soda daily is something many Americans, including children, enjoy. According to Dr. Michael Tjahjadi, board-certified pediatrician, consuming just one of these sugary drinks each day may

BY KARISSA MILLER Fifty rising sixth- through ninth-graders showed off their rocketry prowess and learned about possible STEM career paths during Iredell-Statesville Schools’ Rockets, Rovers and Robots camp this week.

The policy of the Town of Mooresville is to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment opportunities. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color,

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 14 ♦ Elijah Kevin Jones, 27, of Glenfurness Drive, Huntersville, charged with stalking and misdemeanor domestic

FROM STAFF REPORTS Hundreds of people gathered in Downtown Statesville on Saturday for the 2024 Juneteenth Celebration. Festival-goers enjoyed live music throughout the day, an assortment of food vendors, merchandise

Deputy director fired, director suspended with pay pending outcome of review BY MIKE FUHRMAN Senior county administrators are conducting a thorough investigation of Iredell County Emergency Medical Services in response

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: JUNE 2 ♦ David Ryan Wood, 37, of E. Fenway Avenue, Mooresville, charged with kidnapping, misdemeanor resist or

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 The Town of Mooresville announced Friday that Police Chief Ron Campurciani has been appointed assistant town manager. Along with continuing to serve as chief for Mooresville Police

Special to IFN The Iredell County Board of Health, following consultation with the Iredell County Board of Commissioners, has selected Brady Freeman to serve as Iredell County health director, effective

FROM STAFF REPORTS People danced and sand -in the streets in Downtown Statesville — and inside shops and galleries — on Friday as musicians performed at numerous locations for Make

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

BY KARISSA MILLER Zootastic hosted its 16th annual Teacher Appreciation Day on Thursday, providing free admission and lunch for educators and their families. Nearly 2,000 visitors spent the day checking

Special to IFN The Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) held its annual meeting on Wednesday at the Statesville Civic Center. New Officers & Board members The following officers were approved

Special to IFN Dr. Max Walser is retiring from the EnergyUnited Board of Directors after nearly 50 years of service to cooperative members. Walser, who represents EnergyUnited members in District

Special to IFN The Mitchell Community College Small Business Center will present a free seminar for individuals interested in starting their own business on Monday, July 18, at the Iredell

Special to IFN The following cases were disposed of during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Charles McCraven pleaded guilty to two counts of Indecent Liberties with a

Special to IFN The Extension Master Garden Volunteer Association of Iredell County has awarded a $2,000 scholarship to Karleigh Dalrymple, a 2024 graduate of North Iredell High School. She plans

Special to IFN Fifth Street Ministries’ upcoming Christmas in July event will feature a drive-thru meal and an online auction. Scheduled for Sunday, July 21, Christmas in July consists of