
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...
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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,...
Checkers Strike First in Eastern Conference Finals
LAVAL, QC– The Checkers got off to a quick start north of the border in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and never let off the gas, leveling Laval by a 5-1 score. The visitors set the tone less than two minutes into regulation when Ben Steeves jarred a puck...
Mooresville Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen
Mooresville, NC — The Mooresville Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating a missing juvenile. Seventeen-year-old Shakeya Jones was reported missing after she left her residence in Mooresville and did not return. According to police, her...
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The City of Statesville NC has officially moved back to a D0 Drought Status, as declared by the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (NCDMAC). D0 status means the area is considered abnormally dry. This improvement follows the recent update to the North...
Showers Early, Sunshine Later: Iredell County’s Midweek Weather Forecast
Residents of Iredell County can expect a mix of weather conditions today, with morning showers giving way to a warmer and partly sunny afternoon. Morning Conditions:The day began with drizzle and overcast skies, accompanied by temperatures around 54°F (12°C). Light...
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Drucilla Norris Davis
Drucilla Mae Norris Davis, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on August 26,1932 to Joe Ralph and Lura Mae Norris at her family home in Statesville, NC, Drucilla lived a life marked by faith,...
Virginia Parker Brigham
Virginia Ann Parker Brigham passed from this life to eternal rest with her savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. A native of Iredell County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Scottie Keith Parker and...
William Joseph Overby
William Joseph Overby, 61, of Holly Springs, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1963, in Durham County to Jacob Burton Overby, Jr. and Louise Browner Overby. William retired from the United States Air Force after over 22...
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Iredell County to Receive High-Speed Internet Expansion Through State Investment
RALEIGH – Friday – Governor Josh Stein announced $48 million in new investments through North Carolina’s Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) program. The funding will support projects in 22 counties, including Iredell County, to expand access to high-speed internet...

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Opposes Move to Prohibit States from Enforcing AI Laws
RALEIGH – Friday – Attorney General Jeff Jackson joined 39 other attorneys general from both Republican and Democratic states in opposing a congressional proposal that would prevent states from enforcing laws regulating artificial intelligence. The group argues the...

Etihad Airways Expands U.S. Network with First Flights to North Carolina
Charlotte, United States / Abu Dhabi, UAE - Etihad Airways is thrilled to announce a new addition to its growing U.S. network with the launch of non-stop flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, starting 4 May 2026. With this milestone, Etihad becomes the first...

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...
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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...