RALEIGH – As North Carolina braces for the year's first large winter storm, state transportation officials are urging people not to travel during the storm unless it's absolutely necessary. “Travel could be treacherous across much of the state through the...
Statesville Leaf Collection Update
Leaf collection efforts in Statesville are continuing today in Area 4, with crews focusing on Lakeside Drive, Restmore Lane, and Sherwood Lane. Upcoming streets and neighborhoods scheduled for collection in Area 4 include Brookgreen Avenue, Brookdale Drive, Oakdale...
Iredell County Courts to Close Early Due to Winter Weather
In anticipation of inclement weather on Friday, January 10, 2025, all courts in Iredell County will operate on a modified schedule. Proceedings will begin as scheduled in the morning but will dismiss no later than noon to ensure the safety of staff and the public. The...
Governor Stein, HUD Announce $1.65 Billion for Helene Recovery in WNC
On Tuesday, Governor Josh Stein joined The Honorable Adrianne Todman, head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in Asheville to announce two major Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) awards, totaling more than $1.65...
Statesville Prepares Roads Ahead of Winter Weather
Statesville Public Works crews began treating roads today and will continue their efforts early tomorrow morning in anticipation of incoming winter weather. With snow, ice, and freezing rain in the forecast, the city is taking proactive measures to ensure streets...
I-77 Rest Area Near Harmony Closed for Repairs
The I-77 rest area near Tomlin Mill at mile marker 58 in Iredell County has been temporarily closed due to a water leak. The closure, affecting both northbound and southbound access, began on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 11:55 AM and is expected to last until...
Stony Point Woman Arrested for Meth After Traffic Stop
On the evening of January 7, 2025, a traffic stop on Charlotte Highway resulted in the arrest of Ann Lucas, 45, of Stony Point, for narcotics-related charges. According to law enforcement, officers conducted the stop around 7:00 p.m. in the 1000 block of Charlotte...
Attorney General Sues Six Landlords for Illegal Rent Hikes
RALEIGH – Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued six landlords for illegally working together and with the software company RealPage to raise North Carolinians’ rents. The six landlords are Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC, Blackstone’s LivCor LLC, Camden Property...
Annual Statesville Masonic Lodge Blood Drive Aims to Save Lives
The 36th Annual Statesville Masonic Lodge #27 Community Blood Drive is set to take place on Friday, January 10, 2025, at the Statesville Civic Center. This longstanding event, one of the largest Red Cross blood drives in North Carolina, provides a vital opportunity...
Free Month with Annual Membership at Iredell County Recreation Center
The Iredell County Recreation Center is welcoming the new year with a special promotion for those ready to prioritize health and wellness. Residents who sign up for an annual membership during January will receive an extra month free, adding even more value to the...