New North Carolina Laws Take Effect, Including “Iryna’s Law” and School Security Measures
Several new state laws took effect in North Carolina on Monday, December 1. Among them is House Bill 307, known as “Iryna’s Law,” named after Iryna Zarutska, who was killed on a Charlotte light-rail train in August. The incident drew widespread attention to public...
Cleveland Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Person Seen in Security Footage
The Cleveland Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a person captured on a homeowner’s security camera in Cleveland, North Carolina. According to police, the footage shows an individual walking through a yard and shining a light into the...
Updated Detour Implemented for Rinehardt Road Closure in Mooresville
The Town of Mooresville has announced an updated detour plan for the Rinehardt Road closure following additional discussions with NCDOT and the project developer. A new detour route has been constructed to support ongoing intersection improvements in the area....
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NCDMV Pauses License Expirations, Resumes Saturday Hours
ROCKY MOUNT – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) announces that, effective July 1, 2025, Senate Bill 391 has been signed into law by Governor Josh Stein, establishing a moratorium on the expiration of Class C driver licenses in North Carolina. Under this...
Buffalo Shoals Fireworks Incident Leads to Multiple Arrests
On July 5, 2025, deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call reporting individuals in a vehicle launching fireworks at an occupied residence on Buffalo Shoals Road. Deputy A. Leggett arrived on the scene and made contact with the victims, who...
Candidate Filing Opens for 2025 Municipal Elections
Candidate filing for the 2025 municipal elections opened on July 7 and will continue through July 18 at noon. Individuals interested in running for local office can submit their paperwork during this period. The upcoming elections will determine leadership in...
Governor Stein made the following statement on signing House Bill 546
“This bill will strengthen North Carolina's Medicaid program by providing coverage for women who have just given birth for 12 months, making telehealth services more accessible, and launching a new statewide Medicaid health plan for children and young adults served by...
Iredell Health System Celebrates 4,200 Combined Years of Employee Service
Statesville, NC — Iredell Health System recently celebrated individuals who have dedicated between 5 to 50 years of service to the community through their work within the health system, totaling 4,200 combined years. Employees celebrating 5,10, and 15 years were...
Governor Stein Provides Updates on Flooding
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein provided updates on recent flooding in central North Carolina and urged North Carolinians to stay safe and be aware of ongoing flooding and road closures in their areas. “I am grateful to the first responders who are keeping people...
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Updated Detour Implemented for Rinehardt Road Closure in Mooresville
The Town of Mooresville has announced an updated detour plan for the Rinehardt Road closure following additional discussions with NCDOT and the project developer. A new detour route has been constructed to support ongoing intersection improvements in the area....
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Statesville Fire Department to Hold Community Meeting September 25
The Statesville Fire Department will host a community meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station 1, located at 822 Fifth Street in Statesville. The meeting will take place in the station’s training room. Residents will have...
Statesville Adopts New Rules for Solicitors, Peddlers, and Panhandlers
The Statesville City Council has approved a new ordinance regulating solicitors, peddlers, and panhandlers. The second reading of the ordinance was adopted on August 4, and it is set to take effect on October 1, 2025. The updated regulations are intended to improve...
N.C., Tennessee Partner on Safe Driving Campaign
Robbinsville - Drivers need to take extra safety precautions this fall, especially folks traveling on popular winding mountain roads like a stretch of U.S. 129 known as the “Tail of the Dragon.” That’s the message officials in North Carolina and Tennessee...