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BY JABRIA WILLIAMS In a touching ceremony that blended tradition with innovation, Mitchell Community College honored its 2024 nursing program graduates during the annual pinning ceremony on Wednesday evening. Held

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell Arts Council will host the 2nd Annual Street Concert on Saturday, May 11, promising an evening filled with electrifying performances and vibrant community

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Troutman Town Council is preparing to present its 2024-2025 budget for public consideration, with the public having a minimum of ten days to examine the budget

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department and the Exchange Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman will hold a National Police Week Ceremony on Wednesday, May 15. The event, which

BY DEBBIE PAGE More than 500 people gathered at Beulah Baptist Church on Tuesday morning to honor fallen officers across North Carolina at the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony.

BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council met before a packed gallery on Monday to discuss several rezoning requests by developers looking to rezone and possibly annex nearly 520

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education is considering a proposed increase to some of the fees the district charges for community use of its indoor and outdoor

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper and Democratic legislative leaders held a press conference on Monday outlining new legislation that would place a moratorium on more taxpayer-funded

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners on Monday agreed to spend $7.62 million to complete the development of Cornelius Road Park. Commissioners approved a $7.33 million contract

BY KARISSA MILLER There were squeals of delight and smiles on children’s faces inside the gym at Troutman Elementary School on Monday afternoon as a giant rainbow parachute was lifted

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Troutman woman has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that occurred on Sunday at the Sheetz store on Charlotte Highway in Troutman. The Troutman Police

Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: APRIL 18 ♦ A boy, Jacob Jose Romero Hernandez, born to Jose Romero and

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 18 ♦ Zakai Lamont Nwonye, 18, of Shearers Road, Mooresville, charged with arson, misdemeanor assault on a

Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Community Appearance Commission (SCAC) has announced the recipients of its Spring Appearance Awards, honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to enhancing the

Special to Iredell Free News As Iredell Health System celebrates its 70th anniversary, it’s not just a celebration of passing time. It’s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of

BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools recently hosted its annual robotics competition for elementary and middle school students over two days at the Unity Center in Statesville. Teams of students have

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: APRIL 28 ♦ Ryan Scott Carpenter, 46, of 15th Street NE, Hickory, charged with obtaining property by

Special to Iredell Free News Cub Scout Pack #173 in Mt. Mourne held its annual Cub Scout Olympics recently at the Fair View United Methodist Church. The Cub Scouts participated

Special to Iredell Free News Two local students have earned Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarships from EnergyUnited to attend summer basketball camps at two of the state’s most prestigious college

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Emergency Management officials encourage residents to plan and prepare for hurricanes and other severe weather by updating their emergency plans and supply kits.

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Special to Iredell Free News Mitchell Community College will honor over 700 graduates with an associate degree, diploma and/or certificates during the annual commencement exercises planned for this May. To

BY MIKE FUHRMAN The 14th Annual Timmy Belcher Memorial Rainbow Kidz Ride & Run — minus the Ride part, which was canceled due to the threat of inclement weather —

BY KARISSA MILLER High-fives and lots of cheering rang through the halls for a couple of minutes as older students, dressed in graduation caps and gowns, walked the hallway of

FROM STAFF REPORTS Sheetz held the grand opening for its new store at 195 Old Mocksville Road in Statesville on Thursday. The new location is their fourth location in Statesville

Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell-Statesville School District recognized 127 employees whose work earned them school and district honors on Friday at the Unity Center. These employees excelled in

BY DEBBIE PAGE Though suicide and self-harm are serious problems in North Carolina, effective prevention strategies and community support systems can reduce the number of tragic deaths and injuries, according

N.B. Mills Elementary School students enjoyed a day of fun Friday.  BY KARISSA MILLER Under blue skies, N.B. Mills Elementary School students spent most of their day outside at Field

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Following a triumphant first year, the Moonshine and Motorsports Trail in North Carolina is expanding. The Moonshine and Motorsports Trail, conceived in the 2021

The City of Statesville offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment. You’ll have the chance to work alongside talented individuals who share a common goal of improving the lives of

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man was arrested on various charges on Sunday after he was detained on the campus of Emory University in Atlanta, Ga., during a protest over

Special to Iredell Free News Congressman Patrick McHenry was recognized as a Fiscal Hero of the 118th Congress by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. McHenry, a Republican who

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Memorial Hospital has earned an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog organization that serves as a voice for

Special to Iredell Free News The Troutman Police Department and Troutman Fire & Rescue, in partnership with Troutman Parks & Recreation, will host the 3rd Annual Red and Blue 5K