BY MIKE FUHRMAN School Resource Officer Robert Mountain got the full celebrity treatment on Thursday afternoon. Nearly two hours after most of the staff at Celeste Henkel Elementary School had
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Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club recently presented a portion of the proceeds from the annual geranium sale to Iredell County Partnership For Young Children’s Pampered Pantry.
BY DEBBIE PAGE The Evening Exchange Club of Lake Norman, the Troutman Exchange Club, and the Town of Troutman hosted the second annual Walk of Heroes flag display along the
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Fort Dobbs State Historic Site, known for being “the only permanent provincial fort in the colony of North Carolina,“ is valuable to Iredell County in terms of
Special to Iredell Free News The Hiddenite Arts & Heritage Center is thrilled to present N-Spire Band from Statesville as the headliner for this year’s Juneteenth Celebration on June 15.
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Fire Department will conduct a live-burn training exercise at 168 Wayside Road on Friday, May 31. The structure located at 168 Wayside Road
FROM STAFF REPORTS County Manager Beth Mull has presented a proposed $321.8 million general fund budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 to the Iredell County Board of Commissioners. The spending plan,
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.
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: MAY 17 ♦ Lisa Mae Cape, 35, of York Road, Stony Point, charged with possession of methamphetamine,
Special to Iredell Free News The theme for the 27th annual Allergy & Asthma Day on Capitol Hill (AADCH) was “Breaking Barriers: Advancing Health Equity for All.” The AADCH event,
Special to Iredell Free News The Statesville Woman’s Club recently held an induction ceremony for new members at the club’s historic clubhouse. Twelve new members were recognized, including Debra Turner
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
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Mooresville Police Department reported the following felony arrests: APRIL 30 ♦ Michael Joseph Butera, 43, of E. Decatur Avenue, Mooresville, charged with speeding to elude arrest.
BY JABRIA WILLIAMS As members of the South Iredell High School graduating class prepared to head into the next chapter of their lives, they first recited together the four principles
BY KARISSA MILLER As more than 190 members of the Statesville High School Class of 2024 walked out in their caps and gowns on Saturday morning, a stadium full of
BY DEBBIE PAGE More than 500 Mooresville High School seniors marched across the stage at Joe Popp Stadium on Saturday morning to receive their diplomas, cheered on by a standing-room-only
BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Graduates in North Iredell High School’s Class of 2024 had their eyes on the future Saturday morning as they gathered in Raider Ravine to celebrate their commencement.
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Friends and family filled Lake Norman High School’s football stadium on Saturday morning to celebrate the bright futures of more than 500 members of the Class
BY KARISSA MILLER Guest speaker Rev. Bobbie Samuels congratulated Class of 2024 at the Northview Academy graduation Friday afternoon. “In just a few short minutes, you will be a graduate
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 community is invited to attend a send-off party on Friday, May 31, for Iredell County athletes headed to Raleigh/Cary for the Special Olympics North Carolina
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Statesville Police Department is investigating a double homicide and suicide that occurred early Friday morning in the Larkin community. Officers responded to a report of shots
Special to Iredell Free News Iredell County Animal Services is entering its busiest season of the year and is asking for the public’s help as it relates to owner surrender
BY KARISSA MILLER The Iredell-Statesville Schools Virtual Academy graduation ceremony held Thursday at Unity Center in Statesville was a rite of passage for 28 students — and a moment of
BY DEBBIE PAGE The 11th commencement ceremony for the Career Academy and Technical School honored 41 graduates, the largest class yet for this unique program that provides specially tailored high
FROM STAFF REPORTS Members of the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Squad on Tuesday arrested 21-year-old twin brothers, one of whom was wanted in multiple jurisdictions. Sheriff Darren Campbell announced
Special to Iredell Free News GA-20, the trailblazing trio at the forefront of the traditional blues revival, will perform at the Iredell Arts Council in Statesville on Friday, May 24.
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man faces charges in multiple jurisdictions after being arrested by Troutman Police Department officers in connections with a residential break-in. The TPD announced the arrest
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man accused of firing a handgun at a vehicle during a road rage incident has been charged with a felony and two misdemeanors. Clifton Lamont
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — As summer approaches, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is emphasizing the importance of safe swimming, heat safety and safe grilling
BY STACIE LETT CAIN Nearly 200 people gathered at the Statesville Civic Center on Wednesday evening to learn more about the proposed Holland Farms development. Despite the detailed description of
FROM STAFF REPORTS A man who fired a handgun in the direction of an occupied vehicle after a road rage incident on Wednesday afternoon has been taken to a local
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
Special to Iredell Free News Mooresville Police Department officers recovered two stolen vehicles and arrested two suspects on Tuesday with the assistance of the department’s automatic license plate reader (ALPR)
FROM STAFF REPORTS A 16-year-old suspect has been detained in connection with the shooting of a 13-year-old in Statesville on Tuesday evening. Officers were dispatched for a report of a