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Special to Iredell Free News Southern Star, the award-winning line of bourbons and rye whiskeys from North Carolina-based Southern Distilling Company, is preparing to release a special edition Southern Star

FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville native Garrison Bennett is headed to Hollywood following his impressive “American Idol” debut on Sunday night. Bennett, who lives in Hickory, advanced to the next round

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON Piedmont HealthCare held the company’s annual bowling event on Saturday. The outing supports Yokefellow Ministry. Various local businesses donated items for a silent auction and for the

Special to Iredell Free News The United Way of Iredell County has launched HIVE, which stands for Helping Iredell Volunteers Engage. This new volunteer center is focused on offering a

Special to Iredell Free News The Rotary Club of Statesville inducted three new club members on March 12. Club members, club officers and District Governor Deb Corbett were present to

Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The State of North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted February 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from January’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.2

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

FROM STAFF REPORTS Career Academy and Technical School Masonry Instructor Robert Waugh and four Masonry I students competed in the South Central 42nd Old Castle Adams Top Trowel and Line

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

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

BY DEBBIE PAGE The Iredell Homeless Collaborative chair opened the March meeting by reminding members that there is no normal. “Things are constantly changing, and we have to keep up

FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: MARCH 8 ♦ Christopher Brandon Gay, 38, of no fixed address charged with parole violation. MARCH 12

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,

BY BRANDY TEMPLETON The 2024 Spring Art Crawl showcased more than 60 artists in 50 different galleries, shops and businesses scattered throughout Downtown Statesville on Saturday. Photo Gallery

BY KARISSA MILLER Students, parents and teachers filled the cafeteria at Coddle Creek Elementary, an International Baccalaureate World School, on Thursday night to enjoy music performances during Multicultural Night. Music

Special to Iredell Free News During National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, six child-centered agencies in Iredell and Alexander counties will work together to bring increased awareness to a

Special to Iredell Free News Iredell Health System announced the hiring of Chris Petsko as the new assistant vice president of the Iredell Physician Network. Petsko received his bachelor’s and

Special to Iredell Free News Roots in the Round will host its first fundraising event, Brunch & Bluegrass, on Sunday, March 24. This event, which will be held at the

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

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