State of Emergency Declared in North Carolina
The Governor of North Carolina has declared a state of emergency following the outbreak of multiple wildfires and the presence of drought conditions across the state. The declaration, issued on March 26, 2025, responds to active wildfires within the Black Cove Fire...
Statesville Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges
A Statesville man has been arrested on several felony charges following an investigation by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office. James Lanier Smith, Jr., 60, who is listed as homeless, was taken into custody on one count of larceny, five counts of identity theft, and...
Statesville Police Investigating Fatal Collision Involving SUV and Motorcycle
The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at approximately 10:09 p.m. The incident took place at the intersection of E. Broad Street and Eastside Drive and involved a Porsche SUV and a...
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Iredell Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Earns CAP Reaccreditation
Iredell County, NC — The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has once again awarded accreditation to Iredell Memorial Hospital’s main laboratory in Statesville, North Carolina. This recognition follows a recent on-site inspection...
Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots total over $800 million
RALEIGH – Mega Millions and Powerball players in North Carolina can try their luck this week on jackpots totaling $805 million. A Powerball winner tonight would have the choice of taking home the $461 million jackpot as an annuity or $217.2 million in cash. A...
Road Work at Main Street and Wilson Avenue in Mooresville
Today, stormwater crews will begin repairing a sinkhole near the railroad tracks at S Main Street and E Wilson Avenue in Mooresville. The work is expected to take two days to complete. While the road will remain open, one lane will be closed during the repairs....
Iredell County’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.6% in January 2025
Iredell County's unemployment rate increased to 3.6% in January 2025, up from 3.1% in December 2024, according to the latest data from the North Carolina Department of Commerce. The rise reflects a broader trend across the state, where unemployment rates increased in...
Statesville Announces Holiday Closures and Adjusted Sanitation Schedule for Good Friday
City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. As a result, there will be no garbage collection on this day. Revised Residential Sanitation Schedule (April 14-18): Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday routes will operate...
Iredell Memorial Hospital Welcomes First Internal Medicine Residency Class
Iredell Memorial Hospital has announced the selection of its inaugural class of internal medicine resident physicians. This group of seven residents will begin their training on July 1, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the hospital as it transitions into...
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James Edward Gaither
James Edward Gaither, 77, of Harmony, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, in Statesville. He was born on August 15, 1947, in Iredell County, to Ernest Owens Izell Gaither and Novella Turner Gaither. James attended Houstonville Elementary School...
Jordan Leigh Elliott
April 5, 1990, in Iredell County. She graduated from West Iredell High School and attended Mitchell Community College. Jordan was preceded in death by her father, Brennan Farrell Elliott; brother, Matthew Stephen Elliott; and sister, Kimberly Compton Elliott. She is...
Faye Grant Fox
Faye Grant Fox, a devoted mother and cherished member of the Taylorsville, NC community, formerly known as Faye Grant Cain of Statesville, NC, peacefully passed away on February 22, 2025, at the age of 85. Faye lived a life filled with love and dedication to her...
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Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy and Plans to Close All U.S. Stores
LOS ANGELES -- F21 OpCo, LLC, the operator of Forever 21 stores and licensee of the brand in the United States, has announced that it and certain U.S. subsidiaries have filed for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the...
General Motors Recalls Nearly 100,000 Vehicles Over Transmission Issues
General Motors (GM) has issued a recall affecting nearly 100,000 vehicles due to potential transmission issues that could pose a serious safety risk. The recall includes more than 90,000 Cadillac and Chevrolet Camaros, manufactured with faulty transmission systems...
Iredell Health System Welcomes Director of Provider Relations
Iredell County, NC — Holly Murzyn, MHA, has been named Director of Provider Relations at Iredell Health System. This newly appointed role will serve as a liaison between the health system and providers, fostering communication, identifying growth opportunities, and...
Statesville Police Investigating Fatal Collision Involving SUV and Motorcycle
The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at approximately 10:09 p.m. The incident took place at the intersection of E. Broad Street and Eastside Drive and involved a Porsche SUV and a...
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North Carolina Approves $311 Million in Disaster Assistance for Farmers
RALEIGH North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler has announced the approval of a $311 million agricultural disaster assistance program aimed at helping farmers recover from losses suffered during the 2024 farming season. The funding was approved by state...
SFD Converts Surplus Vehicle into Fully Operational Brush Truck
Statesville, NC – The Statesville Fire Department is proud to announce the successful conversion of a 2008 squad truck, previously slated for surplus, into a fully functional brush truck. This project exemplifies the department’s commitment to innovation, efficiency,...
Iredell Health System Hosts Flag Raising for National Donate Life Month on April 2
Iredell County, NC — In observance of National Donate Life Month, Iredell Health System, in partnership with HonorBridge organ donation services, will host a flag-raising ceremony on April 2, 2025, at Iredell Memorial Hospital. The ceremony will begin at 10:00...