On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of individuals attempting to cash fraudulent checks at a convenience store located at 104 Houpe Road, north of Statesville. According to the Sheriff’s Office, store employees...
Unemployment Rates Decline Across All North Carolina Counties in April
Raleigh, N.C. — Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in all 100 North Carolina counties in April 2025, according to the latest data from the state. Edgecombe County reported the highest unemployment rate at 4.9%, while Currituck and Camden counties...
NCDHHS Names New State Health Director
Dr. Lawrence Greenblatt, a distinguished physician, professor and public health champion, has been appointed as State Health Director and Chief Medical Officer for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and will begin his duties on Monday, June 2,...
Checkers Strike First in Eastern Conference Finals
LAVAL, QC– The Checkers got off to a quick start north of the border in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and never let off the gas, leveling Laval by a 5-1 score. The visitors set the tone less than two minutes into regulation when Ben Steeves jarred a puck...
Mooresville Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen
Mooresville, NC — The Mooresville Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating a missing juvenile. Seventeen-year-old Shakeya Jones was reported missing after she left her residence in Mooresville and did not return. According to police, her...
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The City of Statesville NC has officially moved back to a D0 Drought Status, as declared by the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (NCDMAC). D0 status means the area is considered abnormally dry. This improvement follows the recent update to the North...
Showers Early, Sunshine Later: Iredell County’s Midweek Weather Forecast
Residents of Iredell County can expect a mix of weather conditions today, with morning showers giving way to a warmer and partly sunny afternoon. Morning Conditions:The day began with drizzle and overcast skies, accompanied by temperatures around 54°F (12°C). Light...
Charlotte Checkers Advance to Eastern Conference Finals in Calder Cup Playoffs
The Charlotte Checkers have advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs, marking a significant achievement for the franchise. This progression follows a decisive 3-0 series sweep against the two-time defending champions, the Hershey...
Charlotte Douglas International Airport Emerges as Third Busiest U.S. Connecting Hub
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) has solidified its position as a major aviation hub, ranking as the third busiest connecting airport in the United States. In 2024, the airport handled a record-breaking 58.8 million passengers, marking a 10% increase from...
Early Morning Fire Severely Damages Mooresville Home
A residential fire broke out early Tuesday morning, May 27, on Cornelius Road in Mooresville, North Carolina, causing extensive damage to the home and prompting a multi-department emergency response. According to Iredell Free News, the fire was reported at 6:21 a.m.,...