Christopher Torres Sentenced in Child Abuse and Sex Offense Case
On February 17, 2024, the Statesville Police Department responded to Iredell Memorial Hospital after a 13-month-old child was brought in unresponsive. The child was later transferred to Wake Forest Baptist Hospital for further treatment. A joint investigation...
Statesville Officials Warn of Door-to-Door Utility Scam Reports
The City of Statesville and Statesville Public Power are warning customers about reports of individuals going door-to-door asking about high electricity usage and offering ways to reduce power bills. Officials say there is no confirmed information about the person or...
Traffic Stop on I-77 Leads to Drug Trafficking Arrest in Iredell County
On August 12, 2025, Deputy W. Wiedenmann of the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement (ACE) Team conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling north on Interstate 77 for a traffic violation. The driver was identified as 27-year-old Peyton...
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Nighttime Maintenance to Cause Moving Lane Closures on I-77 in Mooresville
Mooresville, NC — The North Carolina Department of Transportation has scheduled nighttime maintenance on Interstate 77 in Iredell County, which is expected to significantly impact traffic. The work will take place on both northbound and southbound lanes between mile...
Statesville Fire Department Launches New Community Risk Reduction Vehicle
The Statesville Fire Department is proud to unveil a newly designed Community Risk Reduction (CRR) vehicle – an eye-catching tool that will help bring life- saving safety education directly to neighborhoods across the city. This vibrant vehicle is more than...
City of Statesville’s Vinnie Francica Graduates from Prestigious CGCIO™ Program
The City of Statesville proudly announces that Nicolas “Vinnie” Francica, Assistant Director of Information Technology, has graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s nationally acclaimed Certified Government Chief Information...
Walmart Recalls 850,000 Ozark Trail Water Bottles Over Safety Hazard
New York — Walmart is recalling approximately 850,000 stainless steel water bottles after reports that the lids can “forcefully eject” and hit users, causing injuries including permanent vision loss for two people. The recall involves the Ozark Trail 64 oz Stainless...
Nighttime Lane Closures Scheduled for I-77 in Mooresville for Maintenance Work
Mooresville, N.C. — Drivers traveling on Interstate 77 through Iredell County should prepare for significant overnight traffic impacts due to scheduled maintenance work. A moving lane closure will take place in both northbound and southbound directions on I-77 between...
Statesville Man Gets Prison Term For Property Crimes
Jasmine Deshon Holmes, 44, of Statesville, was sentenced to serve six to eight years in prison following his conviction for obtaining property by false pretense greater than $100,000 and continuing criminal enterprise during Catawba County Superior Court on Thursday,...
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Iredell County man charged with obtaining property by false pretense
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Timothy Scott Gilbert, 60, of 2242 Shelton Ave., Statesville. Gilbert was charged with obtaining property by false pretense, a felony. According to special agents with the Department of...
Enticing Events Lineup Slated for Carowinds in 2025
CHARLOTTE, NC – January 29, 2025 — Carowinds will open for its 52nd season March 15. In addition to the park’s expansion of Camp Snoopy with two new family rides, the amusement park will feature a diverse lineup of special events for the 2025 season....
Frontier makes another bid for Spirit Airlines
Denver, CO – Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC), the parent company of Frontier Airlines, confirmed on January 29, 2025, that it made a proposal to merge with Spirit Airlines, Inc. through the issuance of newly issued Frontier debt and common stock. The...
Traffic Stop on I-77 Leads to Drug Trafficking Arrest in Iredell County
On August 12, 2025, Deputy W. Wiedenmann of the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office Aggressive Criminal Enforcement (ACE) Team conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling north on Interstate 77 for a traffic violation. The driver was identified as 27-year-old Peyton...
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NC Department of Labor Recovers Over $2.5 Million in Unpaid Wages for North Carolina Workers
Raleigh, NC The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) has recovered more than $2.5 million in unpaid wages on behalf of workers across the state. This milestone, achieved under the leadership of Labor Commissioner Luke Farley, reflects the department’s unwavering...
NCDOT Seeks Public Input for 2028–2037 Transportation Improvement Plan
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is in the early stages of updating its State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), a long-range plan that outlines construction funding and scheduling for transportation projects across the state over a...
FBI Warns Public of Jury Duty Scam Involving Fake Arrest Warrants
The FBI Charlotte Field Office and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina are alerting the public to a jury duty scam involving fake federal arrest warrants. In this scheme, scammers contact individuals by phone,...