A Utah man was killed in a crash early Thursday morning, May 16, in Iredell County, North Carolina. Authorities identified the deceased as 31-year-old Eric Anthony Pompa of Layton, Utah. The crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. on Interstate 77 North near U.S. 21 at Mile...
Ford Recalls Over 270,000 SUVs for Brake System Issue
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of 273,789 vehicles in the United States due to a potential brake system defect that could reduce braking performance and increase the risk of crashes. The recall affects 223,315 Ford Expeditions and 50,474 Lincoln Navigators...
Iredell County Manager Presents Balanced FY 2025-26 Budget Plan Amid Rapid Growth
STATESVILLE, NC – Iredell County Manager Beth Milton presented the recommended Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget to the Board of Commissioners on Tuesday night, outlining a conservative but strategic financial plan aimed at managing the county’s rapid growth while...
Missing Juvenile Reported in West Statesville
The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old, Kato Glenn Perry. Kato was last seen around 11 p.m. in the 500 block of Eufola Road in West Statesville. He is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing...
Mooresville Encourages Citizens to Join Local Boards and Committees
The Town of Mooresville is inviting residents to take an active role in local government by serving on various boards and committees. These groups provide citizens with an opportunity to contribute their education, experience, skills, and interests while gaining...
Renovation Begins at Historic Moor Park in Mooresville
Preliminary site work has begun at Historic Moor Park in Mooresville as part of a planned renovation project aimed at expanding opportunities for year-round events and enhancing the southern gateway into the downtown area. Initial preparations include the installation...
Carolina Home & Outdoor Expo Comes to Troutman This Weekend
Troutman, NC — Outdoor enthusiasts and homeowners alike are gearing up for the Carolina Home & Outdoor Expo, set to take place this weekend, May 3–4, at the Iredell County Fairgrounds in Troutman. Organized by WAME Radio, this premier event promises a...
REAL ID Starts May 7th: What You Need to Know
Starting May 7, 2025, federal agencies will enforce the REAL ID Act. To board commercial flights or enter certain secure federal buildings, individuals will need a REAL ID, a U.S. passport, or another federally approved form of identification. The N.C. REAL ID is a...
City Offices Closed for Good Friday
City offices in Statesville, Troutman, and Mooresville will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. In Statesville, the closure includes the Statesville Fitness & Activity Center and Bentley Community Center. Troutman town administrative...
Crash Closes Three Lanes on I-77 South Near Statesville
A vehicle crash on southbound I-77 in Iredell County caused significant traffic disruptions Wednesday morning, April 9. The incident occurred near mile marker 52, approximately one mile south of Exit 51 for I-40, close to the Statesville area. As a result of the...










