Commissioner Causey sets hearing date for proposed automobile insurance rate increase
RALEIGH North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has set Sept. 22 as the hearing date for the North Carolina Rate Bureau’s proposed 23% automobile insurance rate increase. “We are not in agreement with the Rate Bureau’s proposed increases filed on Feb. 3. The...
State of Emergency Declared in North Carolina
The Governor of North Carolina has declared a state of emergency following the outbreak of multiple wildfires and the presence of drought conditions across the state. The declaration, issued on March 26, 2025, responds to active wildfires within the Black Cove Fire...
Statesville Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges
A Statesville man has been arrested on several felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. James Lanier Smith, Jr., 60, who is listed as homeless, was taken into custody on one count of larceny, five counts of identity theft, and...
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Commissioner Causey sets hearing date for proposed automobile insurance rate increase
RALEIGH North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has set Sept. 22 as the hearing date for the North Carolina Rate Bureau’s proposed 23% automobile insurance rate increase. “We are not in agreement with the Rate Bureau’s proposed increases filed on Feb. 3. The...
State of Emergency Declared in North Carolina
The Governor of North Carolina has declared a state of emergency following the outbreak of multiple wildfires and the presence of drought conditions across the state. The declaration, issued on March 26, 2025, responds to active wildfires within the Black Cove Fire...
Statesville Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges
A Statesville man has been arrested on several felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. James Lanier Smith, Jr., 60, who is listed as homeless, was taken into custody on one count of larceny, five counts of identity theft, and...
Statesville Police Investigating Fatal Collision Involving SUV and Motorcycle
The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at approximately 10:09 p.m. The incident took place at the intersection of E. Broad Street and Eastside Drive and involved a Porsche SUV and a...
Arrest Made in Connection to Breaking and Entering Case
An arrest has been made in connection to a breaking and entering case that was initially reported earlier this month. The investigation was conducted by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division and was assigned to Detective R. Olson. During...
Novant Health Lifts Visitor Restrictions for Children Under 13
Novant Health will lift its temporary visitor restrictions for children under the age of 13 at its North Carolina hospitals beginning March 27 at 7 a.m. The restrictions were initially put in place due to a rise in respiratory illnesses. Dr. David Priest, senior vice...
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Dorothy Jarvis Tucker
A true middle child, Dorothy was the seventh of 13 born to Clarence and Polly Mae (Nicholson) Jarvis of Union Grove, NC in northern Iredell County. She is survived by two sisters, Mary Ferriaola, and Carolyn Morgan, and by three brothers, Wayne Jarvis, Ronald Jarvis,...
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Novant Health Lifts Visitor Restrictions for Children Under 13
Novant Health will lift its temporary visitor restrictions for children under the age of 13 at its North Carolina hospitals beginning March 27 at 7 a.m. The restrictions were initially put in place due to a rise in respiratory illnesses. Dr. David Priest, senior vice...
Frito-Lay recalls Tostitos chips in 13 states because they may contain undeclared milk
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North Carolina Approves $311 Million in Disaster Assistance for Farmers
RALEIGH North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler has announced the approval of a $311 million agricultural disaster assistance program aimed at helping farmers recover from losses suffered during the 2024 farming season. The funding was approved by state...
Statesville Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges
A Statesville man has been arrested on several felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. James Lanier Smith, Jr., 60, who is listed as homeless, was taken into custody on one count of larceny, five counts of identity theft, and...
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Small Fixes, Big Savings: The Yearly Home Maintenance Tasks That Prevent Costly Repairs
Owning a home is a lot like owning a car. Ignore regular maintenance, and you’ll find yourself dealing with costly repairs at the worst possible time. A house isn’t just four walls and a roof—it’s a living, breathing entity that needs attention to stay in good shape....
Advocating for Change: How Communities Can Support Vulnerable Children – By: Suzie Wilson
Every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment that fosters their growth and potential, yet many vulnerable children face significant challenges that hinder their ability to thrive. From poverty and homelessness to neglect and limited access to education, these...
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Commissioner Causey sets hearing date for proposed automobile insurance rate increase
RALEIGH North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has set Sept. 22 as the hearing date for the North Carolina Rate Bureau’s proposed 23% automobile insurance rate increase. “We are not in agreement with the Rate Bureau’s proposed increases filed on Feb. 3. The...
State of Emergency Declared in North Carolina
The Governor of North Carolina has declared a state of emergency following the outbreak of multiple wildfires and the presence of drought conditions across the state. The declaration, issued on March 26, 2025, responds to active wildfires within the Black Cove Fire...
Statesville Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges
A Statesville man has been arrested on several felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. James Lanier Smith, Jr., 60, who is listed as homeless, was taken into custody on one count of larceny, five counts of identity theft, and...