Raleigh, NC Today in Charlotte, Governor Josh Stein announced an executive order reaffirming his commitment to protect women’s reproductive freedom. The executive order directs cabinet agencies to safeguard medical privacy, ensures women receive accurate information...
Traffic Alert: Vehicle Crash on I-77 Near Statesville
Drivers on Interstate 77 near Statesville in Iredell County should expect significant delays following a vehicle crash near mile marker 59. The incident occurred just past Exit 59 (Tomlin Mill Road) in the northbound direction. As a result of the crash, the right lane...
Statesville Police Investigate Series of Armed Robberies
On Sunday, January 12, 2025, at approximately 7:45 PM, officers with the Statesville Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Dollar General located at 1500 W. Front Street. Employees reported that two Black males entered the store, demanded...
Tuesday Fire in Troutman Displaces Two Residents
A fire broke out in a multi-story residence in Troutman around noon on Tuesday, prompting a swift response from multiple fire agencies in the area. Firefighters worked diligently to bring the blaze under control in just under an hour, despite challenging conditions...
Iredell Memorial Hospital Implementing Visitor Restrictions
Statesville, NC – As respiratory illnesses continue to spread in North Carolina, Iredell MemorialHospital is responding to the challenge of treating those with serious symptoms, while protectingother patients from contagious viruses. Effective Wednesday, Jan. 15,...
Iredell-Statesville Schools Closed for Students Due to Icy Roads
Iredell County, NC – Iredell-Statesville Schools announced closures for students on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, due to lingering icy patches on roadways. The decision follows overnight and early morning monitoring of road conditions by the district’s team. An optional...
Iredell-Statesville Schools Announce 3-Hour Delay Due to Icy Conditions
In response to hazardous road conditions caused by lingering ice, Iredell-Statesville Schools will operate on a three-hour delay on Tuesday. The delay aims to ensure the safety of students, staff, and families, particularly in rural areas where roads remain...
Second Vehicle Fire Today Closes Lanes on I-77 Northbound in Mooresville
Mooresville, NC – For the second time today, a vehicle fire has disrupted traffic on I-77 in Iredell County. A tractor-trailer fire on I-77 northbound near mile marker 34.8 has caused significant delays. The incident occurred at the bottom of the Exit 35 off-ramp,...
Atrium Health Implementing Visitor Restrictions to Help Protect Patients
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 13, 2025 – As respiratory illnesses rise, Atrium Health is urging everyone to take steps to protect themselves and those around them. Simple actions, like staying up to date on vaccinations, practicing good hygiene and staying home when...
Crash Closes Eastbound I-40 Near Oxford School Road
Iredell County, NC – A vehicle crash has shut down the eastbound lanes of Interstate 40 near mile marker 140, just west of Statesville. The road closure begins after Exit 138 (Oxford School Road) and is causing significant traffic disruptions in the area. Emergency...