BY DEBBIE PAGE Before a room packed with concerned neighbors on Monday night, the Troutman Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended against approval of a request from MI Homes to
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Special to Iredell Free News The following cases were disposed of during recent terms of Iredell County Superior Court: ♦ Daniel Butterhof pleaded guilty to Felony Breaking or Entering Motor
Special to Iredell Free News Friends, family members and colleagues came together for a Retirement Celebration on Wednesday to honor the remarkable careers of City of Statesville employees Kevin Rankins
FROM STAFF REPORTS Following a pair of performances that won hearts here at home and across the country, Statesville musician Dani Kerr was eliminated from “America’s Got Talent” during a
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper on Tuesday announced an investment to help tackle North Carolina’s school bus driver shortage crisis by allocating $1 million in
Special to Iredell Free News Sri Hatharasinghe-Gerschler, a seasoned expert in education and child development, is now offering a groundbreaking suite of services aimed at empowering parents and caregivers. With
Special to Iredell Free News The City of Statesville is gearing up for leaf collection season. Crews will be picking up bagged leaves and loose leaves. Bagged Leaf Collection The
BY DEBBIE PAGE Two pristine white sand volleyball courts, with beautiful green turf surrounded by white pebble stone and brand new nets, now grace Troutman ESC Park after the donations
FROM STAFF REPORTS Statesville native Dani Kerr delivered a soulful performance in an appearance on “America’s Got Talent” Tuesday night that had the crowd cheering and two of the judges
Special to Iredell Free News The Iredell County Fire Marshal’s Office has completed its investigation of a home explosion that claimed the life of an NFL player’s father earlier this
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — Medicaid expansion will no longer launch October 1 as the N.C. General Assembly failed to take needed action to meet that date. The
Special to Iredell Free News The 2023 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series will conclude Friday night with performances by Chicago Rewired: The Premiere Chicago Tribute Band and
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Mooresville man faces multiple felony charges in connection with the sexual abuse of a child following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Darren
Special to Iredell Free News The 6th Annual Iredell County Walk for Recovery will be on Saturday, September 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. at ESC Park, located at 338
To the Editor: I am a super senior a the CCTL early college in Statesville. For my graduation project, I decided to place two hand-built dog treat boxes at Stumpy
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is reminding customers of Friday Health Plans of North Carolina Inc. (FHP-NC) that they have until the end
Special to Iredell Free News The Rotary Club of Greater Statesville delivered a truck full of school supplies — with the help of Flow Toyota — to Third Creek Elementary
FROM STAFF REPORTS Iredell County Sheriff’s Office investigators have obtained a warrant charging a Charlotte man with murder in connection with the 2020 shooting death of a Harmony man. Sheriff
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — North Carolina’s seasonally adjusted July 2023 unemployment rate was 3.3 percent, unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage
BY KARISSA MILLER New Principal Todd Russo is putting his own stamp on the Agriculture and Science Early College in an effort to strengthen the sense of community and improve
FROM STAFF REPORTS The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office reported the following felony arrests: AUGUST 18 ♦ John Ross Alexander, 40, of E. Wilson Avenue, Mooresville, charged with three counts of
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 DEBBIE PAGE Thrills and yummy fair food will abound as the 87th Iredell County Agricultural Fair opens on Friday, September 1, at 5 p.m. with the official ribbon-cutting ceremony
PHOTOS BY NICOLE RHYNE The Statesville Greyhounds dropped another close game on Friday night, falling to visiting Lake Norman 14-13. Statesville (0-2) will host South Iredell next Friday. Meanwhile, Lake
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
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FROM STAFF REPORTS A western Iredell County resident faces arson and animal cruelty charges in connection with a fire at a residence off Murdock Road in Troutman. The Troutman Police
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
Special to Iredell Free News RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has become aware of a potential scam targeting Food and Nutrition Services beneficiaries. Within the last
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
FROM STAFF REPORTS A Statesville man is charged with sexually assaulting a woman he lured to the campus of Northview Academy early Wednesday morning. The Statesville Police Department announced the
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville is partnering with the United Way of Iredell County and other local organizations as part of a new statewide program focused
BY KARISSA MILLER Before the 2023 season opener, North Iredell High School held a dedication ceremony for the new artificial turf field. Principal Diana Jones asked Career Development Coordinator Maribeth
BY BRUCE A. JOHNSON Nearly three years ago, I was sworn in as a member of the Board of Commissioners for the Statesville Housing Authority (SHA) and the Iredell Statesville
Special to Iredell Free News The Town of Mooresville announced the resignation of Town Manager Randy Hemann on Thursday. Hemann, who has led the town’s administrative staff since September of
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