FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell Free News asked each of the Republican candidates in the upcoming primary election for three seats on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners a series of

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 Iredell Free News Faced with an ongoing challenge that affects close to 20,000 Iredell County residents, the Iredell County Health Department and United Way of Iredell County are

Special to Iredell Free News Do you know an Iredell County resident who volunteers their time and efforts consistently? Someone who gives tirelessly of themselves to help others in our

FROM STAFF REPORTS The wife of a murder suspect who was shot and killed by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies during a standoff early Sunday morning faces numerous charges as

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces drug trafficking charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigation culminated with the execution of a search warrant at a Bost Street home

Special to IFN If you’re in search of community that values friendship, learning, adventure and leadership, look no further than the world of Girl Scouting. Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to

BY MIKE FUHRMAN Students from Success Institute and American Renaissance School helped dedicate the new StoryWalk at the Bentley Community Center in Statesville on Friday morning. After a ribbon-cutting ceremony,

Special to IFN WSIC Radio is proud to announce the grand opening of the new Purple Heart Homes Studio, a cutting-edge broadcasting space built to honor the station’s 76-year history

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Florida man has been charged with five counts of kidnapping in Iredell County in connection with his job as a driver for a prisoner transport company.

Special to Iredell Free News Chase Stroud, son of Randy and Susan Stroud, has been named the Tony Stikeleather Special Olympics Athlete of the Year. The award was presented at

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System and Iredell Physician Network have announced the addition of Nurse Practitioner Andora Nicholson to the staff at Family Care Center of Mocksville.

IFN Staff A Troutman man faces numerous felony charges, including statutory rape of a child, following an investigation by the Troutman Police Department. The TPD announced the arrest of Arlo

Special to Iredell Free News Starting a food business requires knowing which organization regulates the type of business you want to start. This process can quickly get complicated when more

Special to Iredell Free News The March meeting of the General Federation of Women’s Club of North Carolina (GFWC-NC) Statesville Woman’s Club was sponsored by the Arts and Culture Community

FROM STAFF REPORTS A registered sex offender faces drug trafficking charges after an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office canine alerted deputies to the presence of an illegal narcotic in the vehicle

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 Two suspects face felony drug trafficking charges after members of the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Interstate Criminal Enforcement Team seized more than 160 pounds of marijuana, four

BY SHELLIE TAYLOR The Iredell County Public Library is celebrating Black History Month as it does every year in February. Prior to working at the library, I had never conducted

Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville resident Todd Carver has filed to run for the 95th District seat in the N.C. House of Representatives. A Republican with more than 30

Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County Endowment Committee is seeking proposals that build up the Iredell County community in new ways. In particular, the committee

FROM STAFF REPORTS Two men face felony charges in connection with a residential burglary following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrests of

Special to Iredell Free News Berl’s Commercial Supply held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new warehouse in the South Fork Business Park in Mooresville on Wednesday. The warehouse is being

Special to Iredell Free News The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont in partnership with Red Buffalo. JD’s Deli and Ol’ Bob’s BBQ served lunch on Sunday to some

Special to Iredell Free News The Mooresville Rescue Squad Foundation is offering several one-year scholarships to local high school seniors who will be graduating in 2024. These scholarships range from

FROM STAFF REPORTS A western Iredell County man on probation for drug and weapon offenses faces new charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sherriff Darren Campbell

Editor’s Note: Iredell Health System is celebrates its 70th anniversary this month. The nonprofit’s success is s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of employees, both past and present. More

FROM STAFF REPORTS A Cleveland man who was on federal probation for drug offenses faces new charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell-Statesville Schools officials are urging motorists to be on the lookout for students and follow all traffic laws after an elementary school student was nearly

BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved new fire coverage plans for the Wayside Volunteer Fire District. During the pre-agenda briefing, Fire Services and Emergency

Special to Iredell Free News In observance of National Donate Life Month, Iredell Health System hosted a flag-raising ceremony on Tuesday followed by a moment of silence to honor the

BY KEVIN IMM The pilot of a small airplane was injured early Sunday afternoon when the plane crashed near Normandy Road in Mooresville. Personnel from Mooresville Fire-Rescue and Shepherds Fire-Rescue,

FROM STAFF REPORTS A call that began as a shoplifting at Phil’s Food Mart ended with a suspect being arrested on drug trafficking charges by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Memorial Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Facility has once again been named one of the Best Nursing Homes for 2023-2024 by the U.S. News & World