The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $700 million for the upcoming drawing on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This comes after a $643 million jackpot on Wednesday, August 20, went unclaimed, pushing the prize to its current level. The winning numbers from the...
Carolina Panthers Preseason Raises Concerns Ahead of Regular Season
The Carolina Panthers wrapped up a winless preseason, finishing 0–3 after a 19–10 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in their final game. The stretch of games has raised questions about the team’s readiness as the regular season approaches. The preseason began with a...
Sheriff Warns of Phone Scam Targeting Iredell County Residents
Authorities are warning Iredell County residents about a recent phone scam in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers. In recent days, scammers have used personal information, spoofed local numbers, and made threats of arrest or criminal charges. Some...
Bridge Replacement Project to Begin on Wood Bridge Road in Iredell County
A North Carolina Department of Transportation contractor will begin work next week to replace an aging bridge in Iredell County. R.E. Burns & Sons is scheduled to start Monday, August 25, on a $1.5 million project to replace the 63-year-old bridge over Third Creek...
Governor Stein Forms Gang Prevention Task Force, Expands Violence Prevention Efforts
Raleigh, NC Yesterday Governor Josh Stein signed Executive Order 21, taking steps to improve public safety and prevent gang violence. The Governor announced the continuation of the Office of Violence Protection and the establishment of the Gang Prevention and...
Solid Waste Decal Distribution Delayed; 2025 Stickers Still Valid
The distribution of the 2026 Solid Waste window decals, which are normally included with annual property tax bills, has been delayed this year. County officials announced that residents should continue to use their 2025 decals until the new ones arrive. The decals are...
Statesville Begins Greenway Repairs, Closures in Effect
Yesterday, pavement repair work began on the Fourth Creek Greenway in Statesville, between the Statesville Fitness & Activity Center and East Broad Street. During this time, portions of the greenway will be closed. The access parking lot on East Broad Street will...
Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Suspects in Dirt Bike Theft
Deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after six dirt bikes were reported stolen from a garage in western Iredell County on Tuesday, August 19. According to investigators, the homeowner discovered the break-in and notified deputies....
Issues Continue for Classy Critters in Mooresville
Raleigh, N.C. — A routine inspection by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Animal Welfare Section has resulted in multiple violations and civil penalties for Classy Critters Pet Resort and Spa, a licensed boarding kennel owned and...
North Iredell High FFA Chapter Earns Prestigious National Recognition
INDIANAPOLIS (August 15, 2025) – The North Iredell High School FFA chapter in Olin, North Carolina, has earned a 3-star ranking in the 2025 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. Fewer than 10% of FFA chapters nationwide receive this...