STATESVILLE, NC – On Friday, February 7, 2025, multiple emergency response agencies will conduct a full-scale disaster training exercise at Northview Academy. The drill will take place from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and will involve personnel from the Statesville Police...
Crayola Brings Back Retired Crayon Colors for Limited Edition Release
Easton, PA – For the first time in its 122-year history, Crayola is reintroducing eight retired crayon colors, responding to years of fan requests. The Limited Edition Retired Colors 8-Count Crayon Pack will include nostalgic favorites such as Dandelion, Blizzard...
NC Senate Bill Proposes Regulations on Student Use of Wireless Devices in Schools
Raleigh, NC – A new bill introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly seeks to regulate student use of wireless communication devices during instructional time. Senate Bill 55, filed on February 5, 2025, would require public school units to establish policies...
CMPD Officer Arrested on Child Abuse Charges in Iredell County
Charlotte, NC – The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has confirmed the arrest of one of its officers, Matthew Michael, on two counts of misdemeanor child abuse. The charges involve a juvenile family member and are related to an off-duty incident....
Taylorsville woman wins first $5 million prize in scratch-off game
RALEIGH – Patricia Osborne of Taylorsville tried her luck on a $30 scratch-off and won the first $5 million top prize in the Millionaire Bucks game. Osborne bought her lucky $30 ticket from Market Basket on N.C. 16 North in Conover. When Osborne arrived at...
For first time, North Carolinians can bet on the Super Bowl
RALEIGH – For the first time, North Carolinians can place legal bets on the Super Bowl, choosing if they want to fly with the Eagles or ride with the Chiefs. Sunday's Super Bowl will be the first since the N.C. State Lottery Commission approved the start of sports...
Deadline Extended for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in North Carolina
Raleigh, N.C. – The deadline to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has been extended to March 10, 2025, for individuals affected by Hurricane Helene in 39 North Carolina counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Applications can be submitted...
Virgil Kenneth Cumby
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Virgil Kenneth Cumby on January 31, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family. Virgil was born on March 13, 1954, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to the late Kenneth and Lois Cumby. He was the...
Statesville Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop
Statesville, NC – A Statesville man was taken into custody early Sunday morning following a traffic stop conducted by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. Troy Carl Werkheiser, 56, of Doubletree Drive, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including felony...
Waffle House Implements Temporary Egg Surcharge Amid Rising Costs
Waffle House has introduced a temporary 50-cent surcharge per egg due to rising egg prices driven by a nationwide supply shortage. Signs posted in the Georgia-based restaurant chain’s locations cite the ongoing price surge, attributed to an aggressive strain of avian...