With winter weather expected to impact the region, several area school districts have announced closures for Wednesday. Forecasts predict a mix of snow and ice, which could create hazardous road conditions during morning and afternoon commutes. School officials cited...
Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Piedmont and Western North Carolina
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for portions of Piedmont and western North Carolina from 6 a.m. Wednesday to noon Thursday due to expected mixed precipitation. Forecasts predict up to two inches of snow and a light glaze of ice...
Duke Energy launches $500,000 grant for NC recovery
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Duke Energy today announced the launch of a new grant opportunity, offering $500,000 in funding to support organizations leading long-term recovery efforts in western North Carolina. Through Feb. 17, eligible organizations can apply for grants up to...
NC Unemployment Recipients Can Access 2024 Tax Forms Online
Raleigh, NC – North Carolinians who received unemployment benefits in 2024 can now access their IRS Form 1099-G through their MyNCUIBenefits account on the N.C. Division of Employment Security (DES) website. Paper copies will be mailed by January 31 to those who...
Statesville Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect in Downtown Jewelry Theft
Statesville, NC – Statesville Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify a suspect involved in a downtown business burglary. At approximately 1:00 A.M., an individual broke the front window glass of a business on S. Center Street. The suspect then...
Kia Recalls Over 80,000 Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Due to Airbag Concerns
Kia is recalling more than 80,000 of its electric and hybrid vehicles due to potential airbag issues, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced last week. The recall includes 2023-2025 models of the Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid...
Ford recalls nearly 273,000 Bronco Sports and Mavericks
Ford Motor Company has announced a safety recall affecting approximately 272,817 vehicles, including the 2022–2023 Ford Maverick and 2021–2023 Ford Bronco Sport models. The issue involves the vehicles' 12-volt batteries, which may experience internal weld or...
Iredell Health System Announces New Director of Wound Care Center
Iredell County, NC — Iredell Health System is pleased to announce the addition of Jackie Elliott as program director for Iredell Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center.Elliott brings with her over 20 years of experience in the medical field, including work in sales and...
President Trump to Visit Western North Carolina This Friday
Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump is scheduled to make an official visit to Western North Carolina this Friday as part of his first official trip since taking office. The trip will also include stops in California to assess the damage caused by recent wildfires...
Iredell Charter Academy Closed Today
Due to inclement weather and anticipated hazards from snowfall and ice, the school will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. All after-school care and extracurricular activities are also canceled. School officials will continue to monitor weather conditions and...