FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces 21 felony charges as a result of a police investigation that began with a tip about inappropriate conduct on a social media site.
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MPD Chief: Lenient sentence for former officer who sexually abused minor is dangerous, irresponsible
FROM STAFF REPORTS Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani expressed his dismay on Monday with a special prosecutor’s handling of a case involving a former MPD officer who sexually abused a
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
Horizon Church to host Gideons speaker on March 30
Special to Iredell Free News God’s Mighty Men, a men’s group from several churches in Iredell County who meet weekly at Horizon Church, will host Gideons speaker Dr. Charles Patton
Sheriff: Virginia woman faces drug trafficking charges
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Virginia woman faces drug trafficking charges after the vehicle she was traveling in was stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
ICSO announces passing of Canine Lucky
Special to IFN The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of retired ICSO Canine Lucky earlier this week. The 11-year-old German shepherd passed away peacefully with his devoted partner,
‘This is my home and my family’
Editor’s Note: Iredell Health System is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. The nonprofit’s success is s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of employees, both past and present. More
Sheriff: Teen placed in secure custody after threatening to ‘shoot up’ church
FROM STAFF REPORTS A teenager faces several charges, including armed robbery and threatening mass violence at a place of worship, following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff
Youth Leadership Iredell: Students learn importance of teamwork, communication (Photos)
BY KARISSA MILLER Effective communication and working as a team are just two of the team-building skills that local students learned on a recent field trip with the Youth Leadership
Tickets now available for Heart of Jazz benefit concert featuring Mo Money
Special to Iredell Free News Did you know heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Iredell County? In fact, over 18 percent of premature deaths in Iredell
Viewpoint: Voters in 84th N.C. House District can choose a different type of leader in March 5 primary
Editor’s Note: Iredell Free News invited candidates for the 84th N.C. House District in the March 5 Republican primary election to share their qualifications, relevant experience and vision for this
Sheriff: ICSO investigation leads to drug seizure, arrest of Statesville man
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces felony drug charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Devon Joseph Jacquet, 35, of
Visitor spending in Iredell County topped $367 million in 2022
Special to Iredell Free News Domestic and international visitors spent $367.9 million in Iredell County in 2022, an increase of 12.8 percent from 2021. The data comes from an annual
Sheriff: Suspect faces felony drug charges after deputies find 55 pounds of marijuana in vehicle during traffic stop
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Cuban national faces felony drug trafficking charges after being stopped for a traffic violation by Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputies. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest
Mooresville board delays decision on rezoning for proposed townhome development
BY STACIE LETT CAIN The Mooresville Town Board voted unanimously on Monday to delay a decision on a new development proposed for the Langtree area amid concerns about the number
Statesville attorney appointed chief public defender for 32nd Judicial District
BY MIKE FUHRMAN Senior Resident Superior Court Judge Joseph Crosswhite has selected Statesville attorney Seth Johnson to serve as the chief public defender for the 32nd Judicial District. “He’s a
EnergyUnited announces results of 2024 Board of Directors Elections
Special to IFN EnergyUnited on Friday announced the results of its 2024 Board of Directors Election, which ended on September 9. The results were certified by the cooperative’s Credentials &
Iredell County to hold groundbreaking ceremony for Jennings Park project on July 28
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Parks & Recreation Department will conduct a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, July 28, to commemorate the beginning of work on Jennings Park.
Health Beat: Curbing sugar consumption key to disease prevention
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
Sheriff: ICSO, SBI investigation leads to arrests of 11 suspects involved in sale of illegal narcotics
FROM STAFF REPORTS A multi-agency narcotics investigation that began with a single undercover drug buy culminated in the arrests of 11 suspects on felony drug charges by the Iredell County
I-SS Board to consider $143.3 million bid for high school; commissioners say that’s unacceptable
BY MIKE FUHRMAN The architect for Iredell-Statesville Schools’ new high school has recommended that the I-SS Board of Education select Monteith Construction for the project and approve the contractor’s bid
Iredell County administration investigating EMS in response to employee complaints
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
Sheriff: Suspect faces 32 felony charges related to fraudulent use of employer’s fuel card
FROM STAFF REPORTS A northern Iredell County man faces nearly three dozen felony charges in connection with the fraudulent use of a company fuel card following an investigation by the
Town of Mooresville to begin administering building permits and inspections on September 5
Special to Iredell Free News Beginning September 5, Iredell County Building Standards will no longer be responsible for administering and enforcing the North Carolina State Building Codes within the Town
Iredell Memorial Hospital implements visitor restrictions due to increase in respiratory illnesses
Special to Iredell Free News As the flu, COVID-19 and RSV continue to spread in North Carolina, Iredell Memorial Hospital is responding to the challenge of treating those with serious
Sheriff: Suspect in pair of suspicious fires was on probation for previous arson conviction
FROM STAFF REPORTS A western Iredell County man faces two counts of arson in connection with a pair of fires that damaged uninhabited homes on Sunday morning. Sheriff Darren Campbell
Sheriff: Two men face charges in connection with break-in, vehicle theft in Iredell County
FROM STAFF REPORTS Two Michigan men face felony charges in connection with a residential break-in and the theft of a truck in Iredell County. On Tuesday, August 15, deputies assigned
TPD: Troutman woman faces drug trafficking charges
Special to Iredell Free News A Troutman woman faces drug trafficking charges after a vehicle she was traveling in was stopped for a traffic violation. The Troutman Police Department announced
Making a Difference: Alan Anderson’s career at Iredell Memorial spans 42 years
Editor’s Note: Iredell Health System is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. The nonprofit’s success is s a testament to the dedication and loyalty of employees, both past and present.
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
N.C. Sheriff’s Association recognizes Sen. Sawyer for work on public safety issues
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Sheriffs’ Association recently presented Sen. Vickie Sawyer (R-Iredell, Mecklenburg) with the Defender of Public Safety Award in recognition of the work
Iredell’s Happiest Day: Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont to host Pancake Day on April 18
Special to Iredell Free News The Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont has scheduled the 2nd Annual Randy Marion Pancake Day – Iredell’s Happiest Day for Thursday, April 18.
Iredell County’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.3 percent in July
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The unemployment rate held steady at 3.3 percent in Iredell County in July. Iredell County has a labor force of 98,554 individuals. Some
Board chair: I-SS will await final court ruling before implementing new Title IX regulations
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education met Monday and a significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation on Title IX. What is Title IX?
Iredell Health System opens Iredell Urology, welcomes new physician
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System, in partnership with the Iredell Physician Network, has announced the opening of a new practice, Iredell Urology. Dr. Dominick J. Carbone Jr.
Sheriff: Man charged with duct-taping elderly wife to bed
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Davidson man faces a felony charge in connection with the maltreatment of his wife. Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Grover Cleveland Meetze III,