REAL ID Starts May 7th: What You Need to Know
Starting May 7, 2025, federal agencies will enforce the REAL ID Act. To board commercial flights or enter certain secure federal buildings, individuals will need a REAL ID, a U.S. passport, or another federally approved form of identification. The N.C. REAL ID is a...
Western NC Wildfires Show Progress in Containment
Fire crews in western North Carolina are making progress in containing several wildfires that have burned thousands of acres in recent days. Cooler temperatures and higher humidity have helped slow the spread of the fires. In McDowell County, the Bee Rock Creek Fire...
Taylorsville Woman Arrested Again in Iredell County
A Taylorsville woman has been arrested in Iredell County for the second time this month. Alisa Marie Moretz, 34, was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 22, and charged with felony larceny of a motor vehicle. She was booked into the Iredell County Jail and is being...
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REAL ID Starts May 7th: What You Need to Know
Starting May 7, 2025, federal agencies will enforce the REAL ID Act. To board commercial flights or enter certain secure federal buildings, individuals will need a REAL ID, a U.S. passport, or another federally approved form of identification. The N.C. REAL ID is a...
Western NC Wildfires Show Progress in Containment
Fire crews in western North Carolina are making progress in containing several wildfires that have burned thousands of acres in recent days. Cooler temperatures and higher humidity have helped slow the spread of the fires. In McDowell County, the Bee Rock Creek Fire...
Taylorsville Woman Arrested Again in Iredell County
A Taylorsville woman has been arrested in Iredell County for the second time this month. Alisa Marie Moretz, 34, was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 22, and charged with felony larceny of a motor vehicle. She was booked into the Iredell County Jail and is being...
Winston Avenue Closure in Statesville Set for April 29–May 2
Winston Avenue in Statesville will be temporarily closed at 1109 Winston Avenue beginning Tuesday, April 29, and continuing through Friday, May 2. The closure is necessary to allow for the installation of sewer services at the new Municipal Operations Center. During...
Student Loan Collections to Resume; Repayment Options Simplified
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that collections on defaulted federal student loans will resume on May 5, 2025, ending a pause that began in March 2020. This change affects over 5 million borrowers currently in default, with an additional 4 million at...
Mpox Found in Wastewater in North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is asking people and providers to be on alert for mpox cases following the detection of mpox particles in multiple sewage samples found through routine wastewater testing. This year there have been two cases...
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Using Personal Passion for Health to Empower Your Community
By: Suzie Wilson In towns where folks gather around barbecue joints, church parking lots, and Friday night football games, health is often the subtext of everyday talk. Someone’s blood pressure is acting up again. A neighbor’s on a waitlist for a specialist that’s two...
MerleFest 2025 Returns to Wilkesboro with Star-Studded Lineup
MerleFest, the renowned roots and Americana music festival, is set to return to Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, from April 24 to 27, 2025. Celebrating its 37th year, the festival continues its tradition of showcasing "traditional plus" music—a...
Drucilla Norris Davis
Drucilla Mae Norris Davis, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on August 26,1932 to Joe Ralph and Lura Mae Norris at her family home in Statesville, NC, Drucilla lived a life marked by faith,...
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FSIS Issues Health Alert for Pork Carnitas Over Contamination Risk
WASHINGTON, April 19, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for pork carnitas products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically pieces of metal. FSIS did not...
MerleFest 2025 Returns to Wilkesboro with Star-Studded Lineup
MerleFest, the renowned roots and Americana music festival, is set to return to Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, from April 24 to 27, 2025. Celebrating its 37th year, the festival continues its tradition of showcasing "traditional plus" music—a...
Business North Carolina Names Iredell Memorial Hospital Among Best in North Carolina
Statesville, NC — Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again been placed in the top 25 besthospitals in the state by Business North Carolina. Business North Carolina hospital rankings are generated using more than 25 healthcare metricswith an emphasis on data collected...
Taylorsville Woman Arrested Again in Iredell County
A Taylorsville woman has been arrested in Iredell County for the second time this month. Alisa Marie Moretz, 34, was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 22, and charged with felony larceny of a motor vehicle. She was booked into the Iredell County Jail and is being...
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Using Personal Passion for Health to Empower Your Community
By: Suzie Wilson In towns where folks gather around barbecue joints, church parking lots, and Friday night football games, health is often the subtext of everyday talk. Someone’s blood pressure is acting up again. A neighbor’s on a waitlist for a specialist that’s two...
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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REAL ID Starts May 7th: What You Need to Know
Starting May 7, 2025, federal agencies will enforce the REAL ID Act. To board commercial flights or enter certain secure federal buildings, individuals will need a REAL ID, a U.S. passport, or another federally approved form of identification. The N.C. REAL ID is a...
Western NC Wildfires Show Progress in Containment
Fire crews in western North Carolina are making progress in containing several wildfires that have burned thousands of acres in recent days. Cooler temperatures and higher humidity have helped slow the spread of the fires. In McDowell County, the Bee Rock Creek Fire...
Taylorsville Woman Arrested Again in Iredell County
A Taylorsville woman has been arrested in Iredell County for the second time this month. Alisa Marie Moretz, 34, was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 22, and charged with felony larceny of a motor vehicle. She was booked into the Iredell County Jail and is being...