On Monday, July 7, 2025, Kaylan Obrien Brandon entered a guilty plea to multiple charges, including Death by Distribution and Involuntary Manslaughter, in connection with the November 1, 2023 overdose deaths of Brittany Peace and Heather Wilson. The case began when...
Mooresville Pet Grooming Business Under Investigation After Disturbing Videos Surface
MOORESVILLE, N.C. — A Mooresville pet grooming business is under investigation after videos surfaced online showing an employee at Classy Critters Pet Resort and Spa aggressively handling dogs. One video shows the employee slapping and possibly punching a dog. Another...
Statewide Speeding Crackdown Underway as “Speeding Catches Up With You” Campaign Begins
Motorists across North Carolina can expect an increased law enforcement presence on roads this week as part of a coordinated effort to address speed-related traffic violations. The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, in partnership with local and state...
Road Construction to Continue on E. Center Avenue in Mooresville for Water Line Replacement
Motorists traveling through downtown Mooresville should prepare for traffic delays and temporary lane closures as construction crews continue work on a water line replacement project along East Center Avenue. The project is set to resume on Tuesday, July 22, starting...
Local Elections Set for November: Candidate Filing Now Closed
With the filing period officially closed, the field is set for the upcoming 2025 municipal and school board elections in Iredell County. Voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, November 4, to elect local leaders across a variety of towns and school boards. This...
New State Law Changes Permit Requirements for Some Short-Term Rental Pools
As of July 1, 2025, an amendment to North Carolina General Statute §130A-280 exempts certain residential swimming pools used for short-term rentals from the requirement to obtain a public swimming pool permit. This change primarily affects pools listed on peer-to-peer...
Human Remains Found at Statesville Residence Identified as Local Man
On July 16, deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of human remains discovered behind a residence at 2336 Newton Drive in Statesville. The deceased has been identified as 50-year-old Kevin Scott Queen of Statesville. The 9-1-1 call was...
Three Arrested Following Drug Investigation Near Statesville Hotel
A multi-week investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division and Aggressive Criminal Enforcement (ACE) Team has led to the arrest of three individuals on drug-related charges. The investigation was initiated after local business owners near the...
Giraffe Leia Dies at North Carolina Zoo Following Medical Procedure
ASHEBORO, N.C. — The North Carolina Zoo is mourning the loss of Leia, a 15-year-old giraffe who had been part of the Zoo family since 2010. Her death comes just one day after the passing of long-time Zoo Director and CEO Pat Simmons. Leia died on Tuesday following a...
Over 67,000 Cases of Power Stick Deodorant Recalled Due to Manufacturing Issues
A.P. Deauville has voluntarily recalled more than 67,000 cases of its Power Stick roll-on antiperspirant deodorants following manufacturing concerns. The recall affects three specific 1.8 oz roll-on deodorant products: Power Stick for Her Powder Fresh Power Stick...