Statesville Swears in New Mayor and City Council Members
During its meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025, the City of Statesville welcomed its newly elected leadership. Honorable Judge Joseph N. Crosswhite, Senior Resident Superior Court Judge, administered the oath of office in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The...
Christmas Celebrations Planned in Downtown Statesville
Downtown Statesville will host two festive events this week as the community prepares for the holiday season. The annual Christmas Tree Lighting will take place on Thursday, December 4, 2025, followed by the Downtown Shop & Stroll on Friday, December 5. Both...
Missing Statesville Teen Found Safe, Police Say
The Statesville Police Department announced Wednesday that 16-year-old Bryson Smyre, who had been reported missing since November 26, has been located and is safe. He was found by the Cornelius Police Department, according to officials. In a statement, SPD thanked...
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Heat and Humidity Continue This Week with Isolated Storms Possible
Today will bring morning sunshine followed by a chance of isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 94°F, with northwesterly winds at 5 to 10 mph. There is a 30% chance of rain. Due to high humidity levels (63%) and strong...
Suspicious Vehicle Investigation Leads to Arrest on Perth Road
On July 18, 2025, law enforcement officers conducted an investigation into a suspicious vehicle in the 800 block of Perth Road. Upon approaching the vehicle, officers reported detecting a strong odor of marijuana, prompting a probable cause search. During the search,...
Drowning Reported in Lake Norman, 16-Year-Old Victim Recovered
On Thursday, July 17, 2025, at approximately 3:20 p.m., the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible drowning in Lake Norman, near Catalina Drive in the Mooresville area. Upon arrival, deputies were informed that a 16-year-old male had been...
Statesville Celebrates Completion of Phases I & II at the Municipal Operations Center
The City of Statesville held a ribbon cutting ceremony today to celebrate the official opening of Phases I and II of the new Municipal Operations Center (MOC), located at 1105 Winston Avenue. The event was attended by members of City Council, City staff, and...
Water Service Temporarily Affected During Overnight Project Work in Statesville
During overnight work on the ongoing Waterline Replacement Project in Statesville, contractors encountered unexpected issues that required the temporary use of reserve water supplies. As a result, water service was briefly interrupted. Impacted residents and...
Suspect Sought in July 16 Larceny in Statesville
The Statesville Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying a suspect connected to a larceny that took place on July 16, 2025. The individual is described as a Black male wearing a black t-shirt, light-colored pants, a jacket, and athletic shoes....
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Missing Statesville Teen Found Safe, Police Say
The Statesville Police Department announced Wednesday that 16-year-old Bryson Smyre, who had been reported missing since November 26, has been located and is safe. He was found by the Cornelius Police Department, according to officials. In a statement, SPD thanked...
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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...




