The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP), launched in response to Hurricane Helene, will officially end on May 31, 2025. The U.S. Health and Human Services program has provided temporary, no-cost access to prescription medications and vaccines as well...
Gunfire Reported in Mooresville Neighborhood
On May 16, 2025, the Mooresville Police Department responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Lookout Point Place. A caller reported that multiple individuals were shooting outside their residence. According to police, gunfire was exchanged between the occupants...
Flag Theft on Richardson Greenway Leads to Charges
On May 18, 2025, the Police Department was notified of a theft involving the Walk of Heroes display on the Richardson Greenway. Witnesses reported that individuals in a green Mercury Sable had removed one of the flags from the display. Following the report, officers...
Traffic Stop on I-77 Leads to Arrest, Seizure of Drugs and Firearms
A traffic stop on Interstate 77 North near the 63-mile marker resulted in the arrest of Jerome Victor Delact, 23, of Brockton, Massachusetts. Authorities reported the discovery of more than two pounds of marijuana and four firearms during the incident, including one...
Construction Begins Today at Old Parrish Tire Site
Construction begins today at the former Parrish Tire building at the corner of Tradd Street and Front Street in Statesville. The project includes an expansion of the Statesville Police Department and the addition of a new parking deck. Two cranes will be onsite, and...
Iredell Health System Partners with Pharos Parenting to Provide Support for New Parents
Statesville, NC — Welcoming a new baby is one of the most exciting — and terrifying — moments of people’s lives. Pharos Parenting, a local parenting resource center, has teamed up with The Birth Place at Iredell Memorial Hospital to address new parent woes with...
Statesville to Begin Annual Meter Inspections June 2
The City of Statesville Meter Services Team will begin annual inspections of water and electric meters on Monday, June 2, 2025. The inspections will cover both residential and commercial properties throughout the city. These mandatory inspections are part of routine...
City of Statesville Kicks Off School Supply Drive Ahead of End of Summer Bash
STATESVILLE, NC — The City of Statesville is kicking off a new citywide school supply drive to help students start the 2025–2026 school year with confidence! From June 2 through July 18, residents can drop off donations at convenient locations across the city to...
Troutman Police Warn of Jury Duty Scam
The Troutman Police Department has issued a scam warning involving fraudulent claims about missed jury duty. Scammers are reportedly contacting victims and demanding payment of a fine through electronic methods or gift cards. To avoid becoming a victim, remember that...
Iredell County Man Charged with Murder After Reporting Fatal Shooting of Wife
On Friday, May 16, 2025, at 8:13 a.m., a call was received by Iredell County Emergency Communications from a caller, identified as Bobby Lee Collins, who said he had shot his wife around 7:00 a.m. at his home. He said he locked the door to the house when he left and...