North Iredell High FFA Chapter Earns Prestigious National Recognition
INDIANAPOLIS (August 15, 2025) – The North Iredell High School FFA chapter in Olin, North Carolina, has earned a 3-star ranking in the 2025 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. Fewer than 10% of FFA chapters nationwide receive this...
Hurricane Erin Brings Clouds, Humidity, and Storm Chances to the Region
Cloudy skies and humid conditions are expected across the region as Hurricane Erin approaches, bringing the potential for unsettled weather through the end of the week. On Wednesday, skies will start off cloudy with gradual clearing later in the day. A stray shower or...
FDA Issues Advisory on Great Value Frozen Shrimp Sold at Walmart
NATIONWIDE — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory warning consumers not to eat certain lots of Great Value brand frozen shrimp sold at Walmart stores nationwide. The product, processed by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (BMS Foods), tested...
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Downtown Statesville Sinkhole Repairs on Track for August Completion
The Downtown Statesville sinkhole repair project remains on track for substantial completion by mid to late August. Following a brief delay last week to perform necessary work on a water line valve, crews have resumed activity and are making steady progress. The...
Danielle Simmons Promoted to Director of Critical Care and Progressive Care at Iredell Memorial Hospital
Iredell County, NC — Iredell Health System is pleased to announce that Danielle Simmons, MSN, RN, has accepted the role of Director of Critical Care and Progressive Care units at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Simmons graduated with her associate degree in nursing from...
Iredell Home Health earns 2024 SHPBest “Superior Performer” Patient Experience Award
Iredell County, NC — Iredell Home Health, a part of Iredell Health System, has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a “Superior Performer” for achieving an overall patient experience score that ranked in the top 20% of all eligible SHP clients for...
NCDOT Receives Permits to Begin Rock Removal for I-40
A critical process has been completed permitting the N.C. Department of Transportation and its project team to extract rock necessary for reconstruction of Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge. NCDOT officials received a 404 Individual Permit from the Army Corps of...
Weekend Assault and Weapon Arrests Under Investigation in Mooresville
Mooresville, NC – On Saturday, August 2, 2025, Mooresville Police responded to multiple incidents resulting in three arrests related to assault and weapons charges. Officers were first dispatched to 132 Meadow Hill Circle for a welfare check after a caller, identified...
Weather Outlook for the Week
A mostly cloudy day is expected across the region, with temperatures reaching a high near 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds will remain light and variable throughout the day. Humidity levels are around 67%, and the UV index is moderate at 6 out of 11. Sunrise was at 6:33...
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Keith Ray Hembree
Keith Ray Hembree, 66, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, North Carolina. He was born on July 5, 1958 in Lucedale, Mississippi to the late Bennie Ray Hembree and Sherry Bolton Hembree. Keith retired from the United...
Harold Eugene Hickman
He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Diana (Penny) Hickman. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Sandra and Ned Riffle of Rockford, IL; his daughter, Tracie Hickman of Statesville, NC; his daughter and son-in-law, Carrie and David Onley of...
Ralph Clifford Lackey
On Friday afternoon, February 7, 2025 this world lost one of its finest souls as Ralph C. Lackey departed this life into the arms of his loving Father. In his 88 years Ralph lived as vibrant a life as one could; as a proud member of the United States Navy, as a kind...
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Business North Carolina Names Iredell Memorial Hospital Among Best in North Carolina
Statesville, NC — Iredell Memorial Hospital has once again been placed in the top 25 besthospitals in the state by Business North Carolina. Business North Carolina hospital rankings are generated using more than 25 healthcare metricswith an emphasis on data collected...
Tax Day, But NC Residents Have More Time
April 15 is traditionally recognized as Tax Day in the United States—the deadline for most individuals to file and pay both federal and state taxes. This year, however, North Carolina taxpayers are receiving additional time to file, with a new deadline of Thursday,...
Iredell Physician Network Opens ENT Practice with Dr. Jeffrey Brink
Iredell County, NC — Iredell Physician Network and Iredell Health System are excited toannounce the opening of Iredell Ear, Nose & Throat with Jeffrey E. Brink, MD, FACS.An open house and ribbon cutting will be held on Thursday, April 24, from 4pm-6pm. The...
FDA Issues Advisory on Great Value Frozen Shrimp Sold at Walmart
NATIONWIDE — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory warning consumers not to eat certain lots of Great Value brand frozen shrimp sold at Walmart stores nationwide. The product, processed by PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati (BMS Foods), tested...
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Upcoming Road Closures in Statesville for Major Waterline Replacement Project
The City of Statesville is advising residents, motorists, and local businesses of several upcoming road closures related to a major waterline replacement project. The work is part of a citywide effort to improve water service reliability and modernize infrastructure....
Taylorsville Apple Festival Warns of Online Scams Targeting Vendors
Organizers of the Taylorsville Apple Festival are warning vendors about a scam targeting the festival’s official Facebook page. According to festival staff, unauthorized individuals have been posting comments on official posts, instructing vendors to message them...
North Carolinians Invited to Share Their Ideas at Statewide Economic Development Listening Sessions
Raleigh, N.C. The North Carolina Department of Commerce is inviting residents across the state to help shape North Carolina’s economic future by participating in a series of public listening sessions starting Aug. 27. These sessions will give North Carolinians a...