Drivers in Mooresville should plan ahead for a temporary road closure later this week as crews complete water and sewer tap installations along a section of E. Mills Avenue. According to town officials, E. Mills Avenue between Kistler Street and E. Brawley Avenue will...
Start of the Week’s Weather Outlook
The new week begins with mild and unsettled conditions across the region as a cold front pushes through. Monday will start with partly cloudy skies and morning lows in the low 60s. Clouds will thicken by midday, with highs climbing into the upper 70s. Light showers...
Panthers Suffer Blowout Loss to Patriots, 42–13
The Carolina Panthers were overpowered Sunday in Foxborough, falling 42–13 to the New England Patriots in a game where mistakes in all three phases proved costly. Carolina struck first with an early touchdown, but the momentum quickly disappeared. Patriots return man...
Former I-SS Board Member Indicted on Felony Charges
A former school board member in Iredell and Statesville, North Carolina, Max Ralston James, Jr., has been indicted on felony charges, according to multiple local news sources. At age 63, James (residing in the Olin area, Tabor Road) faces two felony counts: attempted...
Statesville Native’s 2022 Death: Suspect Arrested in Greensboro Mass Shooting
GREENSBORO, N.C. (September 26, 2025) – Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the 2022 homicide of a North Carolina A&T State University freshman who was a native of Statesville. The Greensboro Police Department’s Violent Criminal Apprehension...
Tonight’s Mega Millions jackpot rises to $474 million
RALEIGH – The Mega Millions jackpot continues its climb as it increased to $474 million for Friday’s drawing. A winner tonight would have the choice of taking home the $474 million jackpot as an annuity or $219.4 million in cash. “What a moment that would...
eCourts Transformation in October 2025
Statesville, NC – September 26, 2025 – Courts in Iredell County will undergo a historic transformation with the implementation of eCourts during October 2025. The official “go live” date is October 13, 2025. Residents should anticipate limited court services during...
Stolen RV Recovered in Troutman; Two Pennsylvania Residents Arrested
On September 25 at approximately 1:10 p.m., officers located a broken-down RV in the 400 block of North Main Street. A records check revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen from Titusville, Pennsylvania. The RV was occupied by Michael Nelson, 35, and Stephanie...
Troutman Council Enacts 30-Month Moratorium on New Residential Development
During a special meeting on Wednesday, September 25, the Troutman Town Council unanimously approved a 30-month moratorium on new residential subdivisions and multi-family development. The action, reported by Iredell Free News, also places restrictions on...
8th Annual Iredell County Walk for Recovery Set for September 27
The 8th Annual Iredell County Walk for Recovery will take place on Saturday, September 27, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the South Iredell High School Performing Arts Center, located at 299 Old Mountain Road. The free, family-friendly event is designed to celebrate...










