Statesville, N.C. — Authorities are searching for three individuals connected to a shooting incident that occurred on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in the 1000 block of Wall Street near Statesville. The Iredell County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of gunfire after a...
One Dead, Multiple Injured in Iredell County Crash on I-77
Iredell County, N.C. — One person is dead and several others were injured following a multi-vehicle crash late Saturday night on Interstate 77 North near mile marker 43. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to the scene at approximately 10:20 p.m. on May...
Traffic Stop in Troutman Leads to Arrest for Possession of Stolen Firearm
TROUTMAN, N.C. — On May 28, 2025, law enforcement officers conducted a traffic stop on Charlotte Highway in Troutman for a moving violation. The vehicle was being operated by Brien Moore, 35. During the stop, officers developed probable cause to search the vehicle....
Law Enforcement Investigates Possible Road Rage Incident with Shots Fired in Statesville
STATESVILLE, N.C. — On Thursday afternoon, law enforcement officials responded to a reported road rage incident near the intersection of Wall and Hull streets, where shots were allegedly fired. According to the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office, no injuries have been...
80 New Driver License Examiners to Help Improve Service at DMV Offices
ROCKY MOUNT – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles today welcomed 80 new driver license examiners to their ranks as part of an annual graduation ceremony that took place at the DMV headquarters. These 80 employees, following a five-week training program, will be...
Mooresville to Honor Retiring Police K9s Kato and Ramon at Public Ceremony
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...
NCDHHS Names New State Health Director
Dr. Lawrence Greenblatt, a distinguished physician, professor and public health champion, has been appointed as State Health Director and Chief Medical Officer for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and will begin his duties on Monday, June 2,...