BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell said while he is the face of the organization, the men and women who answer the calls, work at the detention center,
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Blue Jeans, Beats & Bling: Crosby Scholars event to raise money for scholarships
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Crosby Scholars will hold 2nd Annual Blue Jeans, Beats and Bling fundraiser at the Crawford Farm on Saturday, September 9. This is a
Vandor Corporation purchases Statesville facility
Special to Iredell Free News Vandor Corporation has agreed to purchase the plastics injection molding assets of RPM Plastics on Speedball Road in Statesville. The Richmond, Ind.-based manufacturer plans to
Bridging the Digital Divide: How Iredell Schools Are Enhancing Tech Education
CONTRIBUTED Technology is the driving force behind modern education, transforming classrooms into hubs of innovation and creativity. But what happens when not all students have equal access to these opportunities?
Nicholson Internal Medicine is now Statesville Internal Medicine
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System announced that Nicholson Internal Medicine has moved to a new location and changed the practice name to Statesville Internal Medicine. Statesville Internal
Applications being accepted for ICSO Citizens Academy
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office invites residents to sign up for the upcoming Citizens Academy, a community-oriented program designed to provide interested citizens with quality
Iredell commissioners planning for continued growth, increased demand for services
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Iredell County commissioners on Wednesday began turning their attention to establishing the county’s budget priorities for fiscal year 2024-2025. Framing the discussion during the Board of Commissioners’
Matthews announces campaign for seat on Iredell County Board of Commissioners
Special to Iredell Free News Angela Wokatsch Matthews has announced her campaign for a seat on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners. “Iredell County is my home. I was born
Cora Compton
Cora Mae Rumple Compton, 87, of Statesville, N.C., passed away at the Gordon Hospice House of Iredell County on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. She was born in Troutman, N.C., to
Sheriff: Two suspects charged with stealing aluminum wire from Duke Energy substation
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two suspects face felony charges in connection with the theft of aluminum wire from a Duke Energy substation following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Iredell Health System honors longest-serving team member
Editor’s Note: As Iredell Health System celebrates its 70th Anniversary on May 1, it’s not just a celebration of passing time. It’s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of the
Iredell commissioners to consider plan to borrow $40 million to help pay for construction of new I-SS high school
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday will consider a request from the Finance Department to begin the process of borrowing up to $40 million to
Statesville Chamber announces Leadership Statesville, Class of 2023-2024
Special to Iredell Free News The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and the Leadership Advisory Board have announced the 2023-2024 Leadership Statesville class. Leadership Statesville is dedicated to fostering and
Iredell Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center recognized for patient satisfaction, clinical excellence
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System is pleased to announce that Iredell Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center has been named a recipient of the Center of Distinction Award
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)
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
Emergency Management officials urge Iredell residents to update emergency plans and kits
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.
Gov. Cooper champions public education during address at Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce annual banquet
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Speaking at the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet on Thursday evening, Gov. Roy Cooper called on local business leaders to become vocal advocates for public
Sheriff: ICSO canine leads deputies to suspects in Dollar General break-in
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Denton man and a teenage runaway face charges in connection with a burglary at a Dollar General store in Iredell County over the weekend. On Sunday,
Iredell County Community Foundation awards $185,500 to assist veterans, address learning loss, support human services and more
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Community Foundation recently awarded $185,500 in grants to 27 nonprofits. The grants will support projects and programs that address learning loss, veterans
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)
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
SPD: Three men charged with arson in connection with house fire in which woman was seriously injured
FROM STAFF REPORTS Three suspects have been charged with arson in connection with a house fire in which a Statesville resident suffered severe burns. Following an investigation by the Statesville
Renard Barnette Westmoreland
Renard Barnette Westmoreland, 70, of 495 New Salem Road, Statesville, N.C., passed away unexpectedly in North Myrtle Beach, S.C., on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. He was born in Iredell County
Iredell County Government Career Opportunities ($2,500 Sign-On Bonus)
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
Iredell County Health Department to address vital concerns at Community Health Forum
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Health Department will host a community forum on Tuesday, November 7, to address critical health issues facing county residents. This event will take
I-SS Board moves ahead with Weathers Creek High School project
BY KARISSA MILLER Iredell-Statesville Schools is inching closer to beginning construction of Weathers Creek High School after the school board approved a plan to reduce the cost to meet the
Iredell Health System recognized as one of the Healthiest Employers in Charlotte region
Special to IFN Iredell Health System has been recognized in the 2024 Healthiest Employers of Charlotte, an awards program created to honor people-first organizations that prioritize the wellbeing of their
EnergyUnited Foundation closes out record year of giving
Special to Iredell Free News The EnergyUnited Foundation celebrated a record year of giving in 2023 with more than $900,000 in grants to individuals, families and nonprofit organizations. As a
Statesville Woman’s Club welcomes ICPYC literacy program coordinator
Special to Iredell Free News Peyton Barrows, literacy program coordinator for the Iredell County Partnership for Young Children (ICPYC), was the guest speaker at the April meeting of the Statesville
New ICSO canine joins staff at Third Creek Middle School
Special to Iredell Free News Third Creek Middle School Resource Officer Jason Kohnstamm has a new partner. Creek, a 2-year-old English Labrador Retriever, is the fifth Iredell County Sheriff’s Office
12th annual Rumble Quake to honor military service members who made ultimate sacrifice
Special to Iredell Free News A motorcade to salute the ultimate sacrifices made by hundreds of thousands of U.S. military service members will end in Statesville on Saturday, May 25.
Local History: Hidden Lakes, Northpoint developments encroach on historic sites
Editor’s Note: This is part II of a two-part series. The first column is available HERE. BY SHELLIE TAYLOR I had a huge response to the first article in this series,
Charlot Fox McCoy
Charlot Lorene Fox McCoy, 81, of Statesville, N.C., passed from this life into eternal life on Thursday, June,6, 2024, at the Gordon Hospice House following a lengthy illness. She was
United Way, Piedmont HealthCare and Iredell Health System team up to strengthen Iredell Rescue Squad’s emergency response
Special to Iredell Free News United Way of Iredell County, Piedmont HealthCare, Iredell Health System, and Iredell Rescue Squad have formed a strategic partnership aimed at addressing a critical need
Sheriff: Statesville man charged with sexually abusing juvenile following ICSO investigation
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man who recently served time in federal prison after being convicted of cyberstalking faces news charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.
Pauline Campbell
Pauline Campbell blew out the candles on her 87th birthday cake on May 28, 2024, celebrating with family and friends. The afternoon of June 14, 2024, she breathed her last
Iredell County Health Department to host seminar on substance misuse support
Special to Iredell Free News Substance misuse remains a significant challenge affecting individuals and communities worldwide. As part of its effort to provide support and resources for those affected, the