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McHenry: Washington climate difficult

Iredell County News — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:38:51 +0000

U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry was in Mooresville on Thursday afternoon and took time to talk about the new climate in Washington since President Barack Obama took office.

Teacher garners history award

Iredell County News — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:54:35 +0000

Stephen Suther's interest in history began as a little boy when he learned about the Civil War.

Iredell celebrates employee’s work

Iredell County News — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:04:51 +0000

With the retirement of Don Breedlove on Monday, the N.C. Cooperative Extension Iredell Center lost one of its longest serving agents.

Troutman hosts annual Independence Parade

Iredell County News — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:38:39 +0000

As soon as Dennis Setzer saw the color guard carrying the American flag approaching behind the bagpipes, he signaled for his children to stand up.

Firefighters battle blaze in garage, attic

Iredell County News — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:02:25 +0000

A fire destroyed a garage and damaged a house Wednesday afternoon on Kennesaw Road north of Harmony.

About 100 entries slated for annual Troutman parade

Iredell County News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:56:31 +0000

Independence Day will come a few days early to Iredell County as Troutman kicks off the holiday on Saturday.

City leaders tout award’s benefits

Iredell County News — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:09:57 +0000

The planning was well-thought-out and coordinated by city and civic leaders; the projects used in it were carefully selected; the application essay artfully written; and the final presentation was precisely scripted, choreographed and rehearsed.

Troutman ready for annual parade

Iredell County News — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 11:39:19 +0000

A Statesville attorney and member of the U.S. Army Reserve will be the grand marshal of the fifth annual Iredell County Independence Day parade Saturday in Troutman.

Civil War veteran gets new gravestone

Iredell County News — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 11:44:28 +0000

They were there to take part in a small chapter about a larger story; a story about the South.

Fiancee mourns barge worker killed on lake

Iredell County News — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 13:10:44 +0000

MOORESVILLE Jose Figueroa and Annette Burgess met at a soccer match in Huntersville 15 years ago.

Accused drug dealers convicted

Iredell County News — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:46:49 +0000

Two men were convicted in U.S. District Court of drug conspiracy charges, and the two were part of a much larger group dealing cocaine in southern Iredell County.

Public hearing planned on county’s 2030 Horizon Plan

Iredell County News — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:56:26 +0000

The Iredell County Department of Planning and Development and the Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2030 Horizon Plan on Tuesday, July 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the Iredell County Government Center .

Citizens meet to discuss schools

Iredell County News — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:32:51 +0000

A group of area citizens is meeting to discuss concerns regarding the future of Iredell-Statesville Schools.

Woman dies after I-40 accident

Iredell County News — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:47:59 +0000

The North Carolina Highway Patrol believes rain is to blame for a deadly accident on I-40 in Iredell County.

Mooresville man dies in garage fire

Iredell County News — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:25:10 +0000

A Mooresville man died late Sunday night after a fire broke out in his garage on Rinehardt Road, authorities said.

Work on controversial gas pipeline begins

Iredell County News — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 02:01:52 +0000

A new 43-mile natural gas pipeline, which has caused rancorous land negotiations in northern Union County, consternation in neighboring Cabarrus County and a pending N.C. Utilities Commission complaint, is about one-fifth done -- and moving forward.

Body found after outbuilding fire

Iredell County News — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:19:46 +0000

An investigation is underway after a body was found inside a burned-out outbuilding in Mooresville.

Cyclists hit road for YMCA

Iredell County News — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:32:25 +0000

Steve Byrd didn't expect to make it back from the 34-mile bicycle ride quickly. As he departed on the YMCA's "Y-not for Kids Ride," he expected other riders to pass him.

Traffic Alert | Eastbound I-40 closed in Iredell County

Iredell County News — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:15:50 +0000

All eastbound lanes of Interstate 40 near Statesville are closed after a collision involving several tractor-trailers. The collision happened near mile marker 143 at about 1:25 p.m. Thursday.

Lakeshore students pitch in … for the dogs’ sake

Iredell County News — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:14:04 +0000

The donation of 14 dog houses to the Iredell County Humane Society will culminate a Lakeshore Middle School sixth grade service project that moved swiftly from a simple monetary donation to a hands-on venture.

Thunderstorm warning issued for Catawba, Iredell counties

Iredell County News — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:11:56 +0000

UPDATE: The National Weather Service has re-issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Catawba and Iredell counties until 7:15 p.m. At 6 p.m., radar showed a line of thunderstorms headed toward the east.

Charlotte truck driver dies in accident

Iredell County News — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 18:58:52 +0000

A Charlotte man died Thursday afternoon when the tractor-trailer he was driving collided with the rear of a second big rig in the lane to the eastbound weigh station on Interstate 40 west of Statesville.

Young GOP’s ‘happy hour’ draws criticism

Iredell County News — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:23:45 +0000

An Iredell County political organization that welcomes members ages 18 to 40 will host a "Happy Hour" event Thursday evening at a Mooresville brewery, which has attracted some criticism.

Charges filed for sex offense

Iredell County News — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:13:41 +0000

A 25-year-old Statesville man faces charges of statutory rape. Rickey Lee Lambert, 25, of Statesville, has been charged with two counts of statutory rape and two counts of indecent liberties with a child.

Truck accident snarls interstate traffic

Iredell County News — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:58:10 +0000

A tractor-trailer plunged down an embankment on U.S. Interstate 77 early Tuesday morning, causing one southbound lane to be closed for hours.

Arrest made after standoff with police

Iredell County News — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:34:08 +0000

A Troutman man is being held on attempted murder and assault charges after authorities said he fired shots at family members and held deputies at bay Saturday night.

Wreck slows I-77 in Iredell

Iredell County News — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:05:31 +0000

Southbound Interstate 77 is slowed in Iredell County this morning after an overnight wreck involving a tractor-trailer. The wreck happened about 4:15 a.m. near mile marker 47, according to the N.C. Highway Patrol.

Remaking the clock tower building

Iredell County News — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:57:58 +0000

The First National Bank building is arguably the defining landmark of downtown Statesville.

Charges filed related to marijuana

Iredell County News — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:25:48 +0000

Three people were arrested after deputies discovered a marijuana growing business in western Iredell County.

Iredell hopes to dry out, but rain in forecast

Iredell County News — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:03:19 +0000

The weather reports indicate the sun won't stick around for more than a couple of days, but Iredell County farmer Jim Dobson was taking advantage of a little sunshine Friday afternoon.

Iredell among well-off counties

Iredell County News — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:32 +0000

Statesville won't be home to the $1 billion Apple data center announced by Gov. Beverly Perdue earlier this week.

Mooresville center offers Kung Fu for cancer patients

Iredell County News — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:00:34 +0000

"We promote good health by strengthening the body, the skeletal structure and the muscles," he said.

Democrats discuss strategy for next election

Iredell County News — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:47:07 +0000

While party members are still bubbly about President Barack Obama's victory in November, members of the N.C. Democrat Party's executive committee said the work is far from over.

SPD: Grants will be used to fight gangs

Iredell County News — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:43:10 +0000

Two local police departments and a child advocacy center are the recipients nearly a half-million dollars in grant funds.

I-SS preparing for cuts

Iredell County News — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:52:55 +0000

Iredell-Statesville Schools officials have tried to hold off on making final decisions regarding layoffs and budget cuts until they have a better understanding of state and local funding for the next fiscal year.

Two charged in drug bust

Iredell County News — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:48:47 +0000

Two men face numerous charges after a joint investigation by the Rowan County Sheriff's Office and the Iredell County Sheriff's Office.

Iredell transit leader honored by state

Iredell County News — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:56:16 +0000

Ben Garrison, director of the Iredell County Area Transit System, was named recipient of the 2009 Governor's Public Transportation Award during a ceremony May 19.

Students assist Humane Society

Iredell County News — Sun, 31 May 2009 11:41:41 +0000

In just a couple of months, a group of students at Troutman Middle School collected cash and supplies that will help many animals in Iredell County.

DOT to use stimulus funds to resurface Highway 64

Iredell County News — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:36:24 +0000

The N.C. Department of Transportation is using American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds to make the drive on U.S. 64 between Statesville and Taylorsville smoother for motorists.

Hydrail conference could spark new jobs here

Iredell County News — Fri, 29 May 2009 11:26:00 +0000

According to a 2006 study, some 80 municipalities -- including Charlotte -- now have or are planning streetcar lines.

Drought over? Depends who you ask

Iredell County News — Wed, 27 May 2009 11:59:51 +0000

When it rains it pours. Literally. And as a result of all the precipitation that has fallen in the area the past several months, Iredell and just about every other county in the state has dripped and dropped its back to near normal water-level conditions.

Flooding reported in northern Iredell County

Iredell County News — Tue, 26 May 2009 21:15:47 +0000

Heavy rains Tuesday morning is causing flooding problems in western and northwestern Iredell County.

Iredell remembers fallen heroes

Iredell County News — Tue, 26 May 2009 12:02:26 +0000

The small medal was hardly noticeable on the sport jacket Iredell County Manager Joel Mashburn wore Monday.

Iredell hotel projects surviving downturn

Iredell County News — Mon, 25 May 2009 11:52:51 +0000

Andy Briggs admits he was a little worried when he saw some of the modern decor Marriott issued for the new Courtyard prototype in Statesville.

Bluegrass, wine make beautiful music together at tasting

Iredell County News — Sun, 24 May 2009 11:44:11 +0000

Perhaps a mug of beer or even a jar of moonshine may have been a more fitting beverage for the concert.

Charge filed in theft of dirt bike

Iredell County News — Sat, 23 May 2009 12:29:46 +0000

A man who used a small child as a decoy to help steal a motorbike last week was charged with the crime.

SBI investigates scene of fatal ‘07 blaze

Iredell County News — Thu, 21 May 2009 12:22:19 +0000

For the past 17 months, Britt Walden has been almost paralyzed by his inability to get answers to questions about what happened at his humble lakeside home on Christmas 2007.

Grants will benefit rescue squads

Iredell County News — Wed, 20 May 2009 12:55:21 +0000

Two Iredell County rescue organizations recently received grant funds to purchase needed equipment.

Murder suspect gets new lawyer

Iredell County News — Tue, 19 May 2009 11:13:15 +0000

One of three people charged in the March 2008 shooting death of Theodore Barbone is now being represented by a Rowan County-based attorney.

More multiples being born in Iredell County

Iredell County News — Mon, 18 May 2009 11:02:35 +0000

Jackson and Reed Warner have kept their parents Chip and Hillary on their toes during the past few weeks.

CCTL graduate, 16, makes history

Iredell County News — Sat, 16 May 2009 11:35:52 +0000

Cambria Belleville can boast that she has accomplished a feat no one in Iredell County ever has.

Smoking ban gets some folks fired up

Iredell County News — Sat, 16 May 2009 03:26:00 +0000

Smoking or nonsmoking wasn't just a seating choice during lunch time on Thursday, but a heated debate topic involving the proposed smoking ban awaiting Gov.

Police arrest theft suspect in Caldwell

Iredell County News — Fri, 15 May 2009 20:48:54 +0000

A combination of following a hunch and good luck led to the arrest of a man authorities said stole a riding lawn mower in late April.

Rescue squads receive state grants

Iredell County News — Thu, 14 May 2009 20:48:50 +0000

Iredell County Rescue Squad and North Iredell Rescue Squad have been awarded state grants through the 2008 Volunteer Rescue/EMS Fund from the State of North Carolina, the N.C. Department of Insurance announced Thursday.

Inmates pick up tons of trash on Iredell roads

Iredell County News — Thu, 14 May 2009 11:50:54 +0000

Inmates from the Iredell County Detention Center are out on the roads six days a week picking up trash.

3-year-old boy still missing

Iredell County News — Wed, 13 May 2009 04:17:00 +0000

Police across the Southeast are looking this morning for a 3-year-old boy who was reported missing Monday afternoon at Signal Hill Mall in Statesville.

Judges take voluntary pay cuts

Iredell County News — Tue, 12 May 2009 18:29:19 +0000

Members of Iredell County's judiciary have agreed to take a 5 percent pay cut because of the state's budget shortfall.

County games pushed back again

Iredell County News — Tue, 12 May 2009 02:10:25 +0000

Another bout of rain postponed Iredell County's Monday high school games. Mooresville vs.

Circus coming to Troutman today

Iredell County News — Sat, 09 May 2009 19:28:54 +0000

The big top is coming to Troutman. The Esqueda Brothers Circus Extravaganza has two shows scheduled for tonight at the Iredell County Fairgrounds, after a night in Mooresville on Tuesday.

Iredell-Statesville Schools ask for $1 million in lottery funds

Iredell County News — Fri, 08 May 2009 17:49:40 +0000

Iredell-Statesville Schools officials have requested nearly $1 million in lottery funds from the state to pay for ongoing construction projects.

Cause of fatal Mooresville fire undetermined

Iredell County News — Fri, 08 May 2009 11:04:27 +0000

Fire officials said this morning they weren't able to determine what caused Sunday's fire on Wildiris Drive that killed Joshua Waynick, 20, when he went into his home to try to rescue the family's dog.

Teens back home

Iredell County News — Thu, 07 May 2009 10:55:43 +0000

Two teenaged girls, who left home Saturday night, were returned to their parents late Monday night.

Tornado warning in effect for Iredell County until

Iredell County News — Thu, 07 May 2009 00:25:35 +0000

The National Weather Service has extended a tornado warning for eastern Iredell County until 6:15 p.m. The storm that hit Statesville earlier in the afternoon is now moving east toward northwestern Rowan County and Davie County.

I-SS to present leaner budget

Iredell County News — Wed, 06 May 2009 20:12:54 +0000

After months of planning, cutting and then cutting some more, Iredell-Statesville Schools officials are finally ready to present the district's proposed 2009-10 budget to the Iredell County Commission.

Reluctant Mooresville commissioners fund 83X for 6 months

Iredell County News — Wed, 06 May 2009 12:12:38 +0000

A reluctant town board will fund 83X express bus service to Charlotte for another six months, but Mooresville commissioners warned CATS riders this would be the last time unless a new funding source materializes.

20-year-old dies after trying to save dog from house fire

Iredell County News — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:45:34 +0000

A 20-year-old Mooresville man died Sunday after running back into his burning house in an attempt to save his dog.

Man dies trying to save dog from NC house fire

Iredell County News — Mon, 04 May 2009 11:44:41 +0000

Authorities say a 20-year-old North Carolina man died trying to save a pet dog from his parents' burning house near Lake Norman north of Charlotte.

Flu forces rule change at I-SS

Iredell County News — Sun, 03 May 2009 11:16:22 +0000

In an effort to prevent the N1H1 virus from closing down a local school, Iredell-Statesville Schools officials have relaxed the district's attendance policy for students who exhibit flu or flu-like symptoms.

Flu’s name hurts farmers

Iredell County News — Sat, 02 May 2009 20:22:17 +0000

Health officials have asked that the porcine appellation attached to the world's current health threat be dropped in lieu of something more meaningless to the average person.

Schools advise parents on flu procedures

Iredell County News — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:14:46 +0000

Mooresville school officials sent letters home with students Thursday advising parents about symptoms and procedures for dealing with the nationwide alert about H1N1 Flu, also known as swine flu.

Iredell residents mixed on Obama’s first 100 days

Iredell County News — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 11:36:11 +0000

On Wednesday, President Barack Obama crossed the telltale 100-day mark for time in office.

115 tickets issued in one day at four notorious intersections

Iredell County News — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:34:05 +0000

Nearly 10 dozen traffic citations were issued Monday in Mooresville as the Mooresville Police Department partnered with other law enforcement agencies to monitor several troublesome intersections in town.

Troutman waste water system receives stimulus help

Iredell County News — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:54:49 +0000

The Town of Troutman will get federal stimulus funds. Statesville will not. At least, not yet.

Suspects caught in race shop robbery

Iredell County News — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:41:33 +0000

The Iredell County Sheriff's Department has arrested eight people in connection to a break-in at Braun Racing in Mooresville.

Charges dropped against ex-assist. principal

Iredell County News — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 09:25:10 +0000

STATESVILLE Lamar Lewis is finally getting his name back. A year after the Charlotte man was charged with two sex offenses involving a 16-year-old student, the Iredell County District Attorney's office has dropped its case against the former South Iredell High School assistant principal.

Family *s home destroyed after storm sparks fire

Iredell County News — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:09:29 +0000

The storm moved from Iredell County, sweeping across a chunk of Rowan, dumping heavy rain and a barrage of lightning, before going north into Davie County.

Charges levied after break-in

Iredell County News — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 14:10:18 +0000

A Statesville man faces several charges after authorities said he broke into a home in the Harmony area and took some weapons.

Which train will come first: UNCC or Lake Norman?

Iredell County News — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:05:22 +0000

A light-rail extension to University City is viable and can likely be built with federal money, despite costing as much as $1.12billion, the Charlotte Area Transit System said Wednesday.

Iredell to take household hazardous waste

Iredell County News — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:38:10 +0000

The Spring Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Saturday at the Iredell County Solid Waste Facility located at 354 Twin Oaks Road in Statesville.

Drug charges filed against teens

Iredell County News — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:25:00 +0000

Deputies responding to a fight in progress Thursday instead found marijuana and cash, and charged a total of seven teens with drug charges.

Charges dropped in asst. principal sex case

Iredell County News — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:08:58 +0000

Authorities have dropped charges against a man who was fired last year as an assistant principal in the Iredell-Statesville Schools, saying the accuser's story had inconsistencies.

Federal style dominates Iredell homes

Iredell County News — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:29:38 +0000

During the 19th century, new homes in Iredell County were built in a wide variety of styles determined by terrain, climate, available materials and fashion.

Farm interests, developers trying to find common ground in Iredell

Iredell County News — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 11:13:42 +0000

The man Rowan County hired to do a land-use plan for western Rowan is finishing up a county-wide plan for Iredell County.

Charges filed against former Iredell GOP chair

Iredell County News — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 11:01:04 +0000

A former chairman of the Iredell County Republican Party is facing charges after a woman alleged he sexually battered and assaulted her.

Sentence given for murder

Iredell County News — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 21:16:23 +0000

Three teens charged with beating a man to death in downtown Statesville have been sentenced to prison after entering guilty pleas in Iredell County Superior Court.

Iredell residents voice displeasure with government at ‘TEA parties’

Iredell County News — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:11:26 +0000

The sounds of protesters yelling and car horns answering in resounding agreement echoed around the corner of Front and Center streets Wednesday.

Partnership for Young Children gets clean bill of financial health

Iredell County News — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:02:20 +0000

The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children, Inc. has a "clean bill" of financial health, according to the Office of State Auditor.

Housing seminar provides tips, help

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:15:57 +0000

Habitat for Humanity of Iredell County, I-CARE, Statesville Housing Authority and Wesley Community Development held a foreclosure prevention and affordable housing expo Tuesday.

Senators reject mo-ped provision

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:15:33 +0000

Here's how the following will observe the Easter holiday: Mecklenburg ABC stores: Open today, Saturday, Monday.

Iredell Rattlers shake grappling ranks

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:15:09 +0000

Chalk one up for the up-and-coming youth. Last month, the area-based Iredell Rattlers Wrestling Club did what all other Amateur Athletic Union Wrestling Teams have failed to do for the past eight yearsa 'beat the state's perennial powerhouse Police Athletic League Pitbulls from Charlotte.

Iredell Rattlers shake grappling ranks

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:14:32 +0000

Troutman set to get town’s first bar

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:12:27 +0000

The Troutman Board of Aldermen has paved the way for the opening of the first sports bar in the town's history.

WeeBoogie event to support Dove House April 25

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:12:05 +0000

WeeBoogie, a division of Playgroups USA, brings its 'Swing into Spring' event to Statesville.

Struggling economy hinders Larkin project

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:10:45 +0000

Not a shovelful of dirt has been turned at Larkin. Two years ago, plans for the massive multi-use development project just south of Statesville's city limits were moving into high gear.

United Way forced to cut agency funding by 20-30 percent

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:10:26 +0000

Months after its 2008 fundraising campaign officially ended, the United Way of Iredell County is cutting its losses.

Neader family keeps McBusiness booming

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:10:06 +0000

Mike Neader was 12 or 13 years old the first time he ate at McDonald's. He doesn't remember what he ate during those trips with his family in 1973, when his father Jim was researching the growing chain, which included about 3,000 locations at the time.

Thieves grab cash during store break-in

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:09:37 +0000

Someone broke into the Market Basket Store on Taylorsville Highway in Stony Point on Saturday, causing more than $4,900 in damage and stealing an unknown amount of cash.

North Iredell graduate Matt Matheny relishes new role as head coach

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:09:11 +0000

Even after all these years, Matt Matheny still has the same routine when he drives past Olin on Interstate 77.

Tea Party rally planned in Mooresville on Wednesday

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:08:45 +0000

Citizens in Iredell County are organizing a TEA Party rally in front of the Post Office on Williamson Road from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on tax day, April 15.

Tea parties planned for Iredell

Iredell County News — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:08:21 +0000

Before officially handing their tax dollars over to the federal government today, members of several local citizens groups will voice their disapproval today with how the federal government has been spending taxpayers' money.