The Town of Mooresville will host a special ceremony to recognize the retirements of two longtime police K9s, Kato and Ramon, in a public event scheduled for Monday, June 2, at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place on the lawn of Mooresville Town Hall, located at 413...
Public Hearing Scheduled for Iredell County 2025–26 Budget
Iredell County has scheduled a public hearing to review and discuss the proposed budget for the 2025–26 fiscal year. The hearing will take place on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room, located at 200 South Center Street in Statesville....
Three Arrested in Iredell County Forged Check Scheme; Two More Wanted
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...
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...
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...
Toyota Recalls Over 443,000 Trucks for Reverse Light Issue
Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain MY2022-25 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. Approximately 443,000 vehicles are involved in this recall for the U.S. Due to moisture intrusion over time, both reverse lamps on the subject vehicles can stop...
Commissioner Causey urges North Carolinians to prepare for active 2025 hurricane season
RALEIGH With hurricane season beginning Sunday, June 1, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey urges residents to get ready now, as forecasters are predicting another extremely active season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts 19 named...
NCDHHS Launches New Vaccine Provider Map
Raleigh As families across North Carolina prepare for summer camps and back-to-school requirements, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is making it easier for those who are eligible to find free childhood vaccines through the Vaccines for...
Hurricane Helene Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP) Ending May 31
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...