FROM STAFF REPORTS An Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation into illegal drug activity at a residence in Harmony culminated with the arrest of three suspects. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the
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BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell County commissioners on Tuesday approved a $167,387 economic development incentive for an automotive supply manufacturer based in Mooresville. MacLean Fogg and MacLean Curtis are planning to
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
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department has successfully completed a comprehensive inspection conducted by the N.C. Association of Rescue and EMS. The inspection has resulted in the
Special to Iredell Free News Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont will host its Spring 5K event on Sunday, April 28, at North Iredell High School. Participation in
Special to Iredell Free News Poverty is a reality for many individuals and families. But unless you have experienced poverty, it is difficult to understand. The Christian Mission, in partnership
Special to Iredell Free News Edward Jones Financial Advisor Brian Sohovich of Statesville recently qualified for the firm’s Impact conference, which celebrates the contributions and achievements of 413 successful financial
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Police Department detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile. Hannah LaForge, 15, was last seen after being dropped off
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Statesville City Council on Monday approved a rezoning request for a 500-plus unit housing development planned for a 100-acre parcel off Mocksville Highway. The proposed
Special to Iredell Free News For over 15 years, Haunted Statesville has presented ghost walks designed to offer a distinctly memorable experience. Participants will learn the true haunted history of
Special to Iredell Free News Energage has presented EnergyUnited with its 2024 Top Workplaces USA Award. The Top Workplaces program has a 15-year history of surveying more than 20 million
BY KARISSA MILLER Rescue Ranch, a humane education center in Iredell County, is unique because every animal that comes through the nonprofit’s doors has a forever home at the ranch.
Special to Iredell Free News The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital announced the following births: MARCH 7 ♦ A boy, Kade Maxton Porter, born to Kyle Porter and Kaysie
Special to Iredell Free News Bobcat Company has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s 2024 Most Innovative Companies. The Most Innovative Companies honor places Bobcat in the spotlight among
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County has hired Rodney Harris to serve as assistant county manager. He will begin work on April 22. Harris has served as deputy county
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners recognized one long-time employee Linda Hicks on Tuesday for her dedicated service to the county. Hicks, who works in the Tax
BY DEBBIE PAGE Chief Financial Officer Angie Davis presented the proposed 2024-2025 budget to the Mooresville Graded School District Board on Tuesday night. The $27,658,284 budget, which reflects a $1,157,960
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Adult Correction has learned of a phone scam targeting family members of incarcerated individuals. Scammers have contacted family members of
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County commissioners on Monday continued to delay moving forward on two major capital improvement projects. While the board has set aside $22.4 million to pay for
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Town Board of Commissioners on Monday approved an economic development incentive for MacLean-Fogg Co. and MacLean Curtis, which is planning a $16.35 million expansion of
Special to Iredell Free News National touring artist Bing Futch will return to Statesville on Thursday, March 21, for a special performance in the Old Jail Listening Room The show,
FROM STAFF REPORTS Career Academy and Technical School Transition Coordinator and Exceptional Children Specialist Lee Cope was honored as the 2024 Distinguished Service Award Winner on March 11 during the
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department is seeking public’s assistance locating Kyron Montrail Baker, 34, of Mooresville. Baker’s last known address is 545 Kelly Avenue. Baker is
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville Arts & Events Division invites the public to attend the 2nd Annual Mooresville Day on Saturday, March 23,. The free festival,
FROM STAFF REPORTS A former candidate for Iredell County commissioner has filed a grievance with Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Chairman Bill Howell over the conduct of I-SS Board member
Special to Iredell Free News Colorectal cancer, often referred to as a “silent killer,” can develop and progress quietly within the body, often without any noticeable symptoms. However, despite its
BY ERICA CRANE Mooresville Service Unit 136 held its first annual Rope Runner Derby on March 15, 2024, at the Selma Burke Recreation Center. This exciting St. Patrick’s Day themed
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Of all the items that Isabella DiFiore puts into the backpacks that she assembles for children who have been sexually abused, a little square of inspiration stands
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON A small group of local business supporters descended on Downtown Statesville on Wednesday evening to help a new shop and a well-established brewery. Participants in the Downtown
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man has been charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of Tasheka Reid Aleryani. Members of the U.S. Marshal’s Carolina Regional Fugitive Task
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: MARCH 11 ♦ Marcus Antonio Ferguson, 42, of W Sharpe Street, Statesville, charged with malicious conduct by
Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Police Department will hold its semi-annual free shredding event on Saturday, April 27. The event is set for 9 a.m. to 12 noon
BY JAIME GATTON Food trucks bring the world to our tastebuds, meeting us in local neighborhoods, breweries and festivals with everything from buttery Maine lobster rolls, soy-glazed Asian dumplings, and
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Special to Iredell Free News EnergyUnited is excited to announce its four delegates for the 2024 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour and Cooperative Leadership Camp programs. Abbi Thompson of Lexington and