Statesville, NC, September 8, 2025 – Piedmont HealthCare is excited to announce the opening of its new Allergy, Asthma & Immunology practice. Leading the practice is Dr. Arfa Faiz, a double board-certified specialist dedicated to helping patients breathe easier,...
Labor Day Closures Announced for Statesville, Mooresville, and Troutman City Offices
City offices in Statesville, Mooresville, and Troutman will be closed Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. The closures include administrative offices and other non-emergency departments. Emergency services such as police and fire will continue to operate...
Issues Continue for Classy Critters in Mooresville
Raleigh, N.C. — A routine inspection by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Animal Welfare Section has resulted in multiple violations and civil penalties for Classy Critters Pet Resort and Spa, a licensed boarding kennel owned and...
U.S. Marshals Seek North Carolina Man Wanted on Child Trafficking and Related Charges
The U.S. Marshals Service is asking for the public’s help in locating 40-year-old Ricky Dean Clinton, who is wanted on multiple serious charges, including human trafficking of a child, indecent liberties with a child, first-degree kidnapping, sexual servitude of a...
Teresa Earnhardt Proposes Rezoning of Mooresville Acreage for Technology Park
MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Teresa Earnhardt, widow of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt, has initiated plans to rezone approximately 399 to 400 acres of her property in eastern Mooresville for development into a technology-focused industrial campus. The property, located between...
Voter Registration Deadlines Approaching for Municipal Elections
Raleigh, N.C. Voter registration deadlines are approaching for eligible North Carolinians who wish to vote on Election Day in September, October, and November municipal elections. The regular registration deadlines are as follows: 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15 for municipal...
Statesville Expands Fiber Optic Network on Stockton Street and Lakeside Drive
The City of Statesville has approved Right-of-Way Encroachment Permits for Ripple Fiber to install underground fiber optic infrastructure in multiple neighborhoods as part of a private broadband expansion project. Areas of Work Include: Stockton Street Area: Stockton...
Protest Held at Classy Critters in Mooresville Following Animal Care Concerns
Mooresville, N.C. — A group of demonstrators gathered outside Classy Critters Pet Resort & Spa on Brawley School Road Tuesday, voicing concerns about the treatment of animals at the pet care facility. The protest included former customers, pet owners, and animal...
Weather Outlook for the Week
A mostly cloudy day is expected across the region, with temperatures reaching a high near 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds will remain light and variable throughout the day. Humidity levels are around 67%, and the UV index is moderate at 6 out of 11. Sunrise was at 6:33...
E. Center Avenue to Close for Stormwater Improvements
Mooresville, NC – Beginning Monday, August 4, 2025, E. Center Avenue will be closed to thru traffic between Church Street and E. Statesville Avenue. The closure is expected to last approximately four months. The road closure will allow crews to complete culvert...