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Local Boy Scouts at National Jamboree

Iredell County News — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:54:25 +0000

The annual National Scout Jamboree opened Monday as more than 38,000 Boy Scouts and 3,700 adult leaders streamed into Fort A.P. Hill, Va.

Iredell teen single-handedly donates nearly 400 pounds of food to ministry

Iredell County News — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:39:37 +0000

When it came time for Davis King to select a community service project for school, he knew exactly when he was going to do.

Police seek suspects in Davidson burglaries

Iredell County News — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:39:47 +0000

Davidson police and the Iredell County Sheriff's office are investigating an apparently related series of burglaries in recent days by young men in vehicles with matching descriptions.

Highway Patrol cracks down on trucking violations

Iredell County News — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:25:33 +0000

RALEIGH Beginning today, the Highway Patrol will conduct Operation Road Watch to crackdown on motor carrier safety violations on North Carolina highways.

Storms damage property across Iredell

Iredell County News — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:16:23 +0000

Lightning sparked a fire that destroyed a home near Troutman early Tuesday morning a ' the second such case since Sunday.

Wood takes plea deal in sex abuse trial

Iredell County News — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:06:13 +0000

Rather than risk spending the rest of his life in prison, Howard Wood opted to accept a deal for a likely term of around 18 months.

Sheriff’s office confiscates over eight pounds of cocaine

Iredell County News — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:56:37 +0000

IREDELL, N.C. The Iredell County Sheriff's Office confiscated over eight pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop on Interstate 40.

Blueberries, families and joy on the farm

Iredell County News — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:51:38 +0000

The sound of children playing hide-and-seek could be heard among the tall blueberry bushes on Hazel LeMunyan's property Tuesday morning.

Howard to speak to Young Republicans today

Iredell County News — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 05:22:54 +0000

N.C. Rep. Julia Howard, whose 79th House district includes a portion of Iredell County, will be the guest speaker at tonightaa TMs Iredell County Young Republicans meeting.

Troutman leaders talk options for park projects

Iredell County News — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:23:19 +0000

Troutman town and community leaders held two different meetings Monday related to the town's plan to build athletic fields and parks.

The numbers are in on Iredell stimulus

Iredell County News — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:09:29 +0000

While most people have some awareness of -- and opinions about -- the so-called stimulus package advocated by President Obama and enacted by Congress soon after the president took office.

Statesville man faces sex charges

Iredell County News — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:04:41 +0000

A Statesville man was charged with sexually assaulting a child over the past five years.

Lightning blamed in Iredell County house fire

Iredell County News — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:50:05 +0000

Iredell County officials say they believe lightning sparked a fire that destroyed a home early Tuesday morning.

For city leaders, a home, a courthouse and City Hall have all been meeting places

Iredell County News — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 14:04:53 +0000

With major renovations planned for the Statesville City Hall building a ' and with the city council having to use the Iredell County Commissioners chambers last week because of problems with City Hall's air conditioning a ' the question has come up as to where the city fathers have met to discuss city business over the course of Statesville's 163 ...

Dog thriving after his second chance at life

Iredell County News — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 13:57:10 +0000

Seven months ago, Teddy, a Corgi mix, faced spending the rest of his life in a kennel at a no-kill animal shelter.

Church donations help ease the burden for foster parents

Iredell County News — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:43:23 +0000

For foster parents, the pile of 125 book bags in the fellowship hall of the Landmark Church of God was a blessing.

Health department to host free vaccination clinic

Iredell County News — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:38:36 +0000

In order to prepare children for the upcoming school year, the Iredell County Health Department is conducting a free vaccination clinic.

Health department to host free vaccination clinic

Iredell County News — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:38:36 +0000

In order to prepare children for the upcoming school year, the Iredell County Health Department is conducting a free vaccination clinic.

Camp-goers get special visit from TV characters

Iredell County News — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:34:00 +0000

More than 400 children from area summer camps got plenty of laughs Thursday afternoon during the "Raggs Live Dance Party" at the Statesville Civic Center.

More charges filed in Union Grove break-in

Iredell County News — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 20:25:45 +0000

A break-in at a business in Union Grove has led to several arrests in what authorities are calling a sophisticated operation.

Officials warn of alleged scammers

Iredell County News — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:03:44 +0000

A woman posing as a tree trimmer lured homeowners at two different residences out of their houses Monday while her male companion rifled through the residences, taking cash and jewelry, authorities said.

One Dead, One Charged in Iredell Co Murder

Iredell County News — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:15:43 +0000

One man is dead, another's in jail, accused of murder over the weekend. Iredell County sheriff's officials said 18 year old Desmon Pless of Harmony died Saturday night and 20 year old Joshua Wilfong of Union Grove is in the Iredell County Detention Center on a murder charge.

Five charged in power equipment theft

Iredell County News — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:57:17 +0000

A break-in at a business in Union Grove has led to several arrests in what authorities are terming a sophisticated operation.

Slow times in Love Valley

Iredell County News — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:34:12 +0000

Love Valley is known for its slow pace. People come for the quiet and to ride their horses along the winding trails.

One charged in homicide

Iredell County News — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 19:35:49 +0000

An 18-year-old died and a 20-year-old now faces a murder charge after a shooting late Saturday night.

Lake Norman homeowner faces fines

Iredell County News — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 15:21:11 +0000

A Lake Norman homeowner faces state fines of up to $25,000 a day after his neighbors complained about trees being cut down and sediment running into their cove when the man began clearing his property along Fern Hill Road in Iredell County.

Advisories

Iredell County News — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 09:01:41 +0000

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Police Investigate Shooting In Iredell County 43 min ago

Iredell County News — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 04:47:11 +0000

Police were investigating a shooting in Iredell County Saturday night. The Sheriff's Department said one person was shot several times on Harmony Blend Drive in Harmony.

Police Investigate Shooting In Iredell County

Iredell County News — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 04:47:10 +0000

Police were investigating a shooting in Iredell County Saturday night. The Sheriff's Department said one person was shot several times on Harmony Blend Drive in Harmony.

Stimulus signs spur opposition of GOP

Iredell County News — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 17:23:13 +0000

Just about everyone who has driven on an interstate highway for any appreciable length or any number of other places in the past year or so has passed a sign indicating that a driver is close to a project being funded by federal stimulus dollars.

SCS teacher to shadow Rep. Foxx in D.C.

Iredell County News — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 13:13:40 +0000

Statesville Christian School teacher Sandra McKinney will get to live what she teaches.

Church using property for community garden

Iredell County News — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:38:09 +0000

The gardeners tending their plots in the community garden at Trinity Episcopal Church have found a source of food and a sense of community.

Lowe’s announces $250,000 grant to Carolina Thread Trail

Iredell County News — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:28:27 +0000

Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation announced Thursday a $250,000 grant to the Carolina Thread Trail to support the development of Iredell County's section of the regional trail network.

New name, new look for YMCA

Iredell County News — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:23:01 +0000

The YMCA has officially changed its name a ' and logo. The YMCA, which is known worldwide for its family friendly programs, is now known, simply, as "the Y" in America.

Davidson approves new solid waste fee schedule

Iredell County News — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:13:23 +0000

DAVIDSON Davidson commissioners approved the price schedule for the town's new annual, solid waste fee schedule Tuesday night, July 13, which varies according to where people live.

Davidson mom on road to recovery after bike accident

Iredell County News — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:03:42 +0000

DAVIDSON Julie Zimmerman is contemplating her return to the streets of Davidson.

Funnel cloud spotted in northern Iredell

Iredell County News — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 02:49:19 +0000

A funnel cloud was spotted in northern Iredell County and winds downed trees on a home under construction in the southern part of the county Tuesday afternoon.

District prepares for loss in revenue

Iredell County News — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 22:34:27 +0000

Iredell-Statesville schools said Monday it will have to wrestle with a more than $5 million revenue loss during the 2010-11 school year.

Iredell leaders debate road to ‘Dream’ baseball complex

Iredell County News — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:29:50 +0000

Dirt roads, railroad spurs and hot dog stands were on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners meeting agenda Tuesday night.

Three Concord men charged in undercover operation

Iredell County News — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:15:46 +0000

Three men from Concord face felony drug charges as the result of an undercover operation.

New faces at district schools this fall

Iredell County News — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:06:16 +0000

New board members were sworn in and details of a district principal shuffle were announced during the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education meeting Monday at the Iredell County Government Center.

Iredell County Board of Commissioners agenda

Iredell County News — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:32:52 +0000

Iredell County Board of Commissioners Notice of meeting Iredell County Government Center, 200 S. Center St., Statesville Tuesday, July 13, 2010 7 p.m. regular meeting, Commissioners' Meeting Room A G E N D A I. CALL TO ORDER II.

Celebrated Iredell photographer Max Tharpe dies

Iredell County News — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:28:28 +0000

Celebrated photographer and Statesville native Max Tharpe died Saturday at his home in Florida.

Tornado warning issued for north Mecklenburg

Iredell County News — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:45:04 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for northern Mecklenburg County, southeastern Iredell County, eastern Lincoln County and Cabarrus County until 1:45 p.m. today.

Nutritionist focuses on right way to read labels

Iredell County News — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:30:36 +0000

Donna White was exposed to a grocery aisle in Bi-Lo on Wednesday that she didn't know existed.

Drought map: Iredell ‘abnormally dry’

Iredell County News — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:40:15 +0000

High temperatures and less rainfall are starting to take a toll on Iredell County soil.

Neighbors continuing to fight proposed go-kart track

Iredell County News — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:20:40 +0000

Neighbors of a proposed go-karting facility on Mazeppa Road northeast of Mooresville are appealing a decision by Mooresville town commissioners to grant a conditional use zoning permit for the business.

‘Sweepstakes’ games likely to end by Dec. 1

Iredell County News — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:06:07 +0000

Late Wednesday, the State House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly a ' 86-27 a ' and in a bipartisan way to ban "sweepstakes" games that have become popular in Statesville and across North Carolina.

Fire destroys riverfront cottage in Iredell County

Iredell County News — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:06:53 +0000

Iredell County fire investigators are on Carriage Road in southwest Iredell this morning trying to determine what caused a massive fire that destroyed a riverfront cottage.

Lake Norman house goes up in flames

Iredell County News — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:33:10 +0000

A large lakefront home was engulfed in flames late Wednesday evening in Iredell County.

County looks to fill job openings

Iredell County News — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:13:31 +0000

This Sunday will be the first in which the Statesville and Harmony branches of the Iredell County Library will be closed due to a reduction in the work force.

YMCA reports solid financials after rough 2009

Iredell County News — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 18:08:44 +0000

The YMCA of Iredell County's leader says the agency is back on solid footing a year after financial trouble left its future in question.

Bowling for Fur will help Humane Society

Iredell County News — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:04:19 +0000

On July 18, you can knock a few pins down for pets in need at Iredell County Humane Society's Bowling for Fur benefit.

Iredell response to census ‘great’

Iredell County News — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 08:55:45 +0000

The U.S. Constitution mandates that people stand up and be counted. But, for a number of reasons, some people just don't want leave the coziness of their metaphorical seats, and U.S. Census workers have to go out and find them.

Troutman parade honors Gold Star Mothesr, veterans

Iredell County News — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 04:41:09 +0000

Sara Lena Sharpe wasn't the least bit shy as she rode down Main Street during the Iredell County Independence Day Parade on Saturday.

Statesville-made hot-air balloon is sailing proud

Iredell County News — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 16:07:27 +0000

By the time the sun hit the horizon, a seven-story red, white and blue hot-air balloon adorned with part of the U.S. Constitution Preamble was towering over Keith Gantt's house in western Iredell County.

Pills found in car engine after I-77 stop

Iredell County News — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:29:25 +0000

Iredell County sheriff's investigators said they discovered 855 prescription pain pills in the engine area of a 2004 Nissan car they stopped on northbound Interstate 77 Thursday for a routine traffic infraction.

Habitat fundraiser includes cow kissin’

Iredell County News — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 13:15:15 +0000

Somebody's kissing a cow on Monday. Who that person will be will depend on who has the most money in their fundraising jar during a Habitat for Humanity fundraiser at 7 p.m. Monday at the Statesville High School baseball field.

City putting finishing touches on new codes

Iredell County News — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 21:34:51 +0000

Talk of creating a new development code in Statesville started nearly five years ago, when a whole different growth picture was being painted in and around the city.

A new fiscal year, a new set of challenges for city, county

Iredell County News — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 17:20:20 +0000

Iredell and its county seat survived another difficult fiscal year. But today, an even tougher one begins.

Fireworks spark concern

Iredell County News — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 13:10:40 +0000

While many people look forward to the spectacle of fireworks for the Fourth of July, fire officials dread the danger those fireworks pose.

Sheriff’s website now includes crime map

Iredell County News — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:17:47 +0000

Local residents can now access crime information via the Iredell County Sheriff's Office web site, www.iredellsheriff.com . The crime reporting program gives anyone with Internet capabilities access to read what incidents have been reported to the sheriff's office within 24 hours after that report is received, said Sheriff Phil Redmond.

Man Nearly Runs Over Victim During Attempted Robbery

Iredell County News — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 18:18:06 +0000

A man was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon after he nearly ran over a woman he was trying to steal from, Iredell County deputies said.

United Way sets 2011 allocations for member agencies

Iredell County News — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 22:40:04 +0000

United Way of Iredell County has come up with allocations for 2011 for its 23 member agencies.

Troutman welcomes new fire, EMS station

Iredell County News — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:30:22 +0000

Iredell County Commission Vice-Chairman Steve Johnson said Sunday's ribbon cutting and official dedication of the Troutman Fire Department's newest station 2 on Perth Road was more than three years in the making.

Former FBI agent running for Iredell sheriff

Iredell County News — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:15:06 +0000

Former longtime FBI special agent Robert "Skip" Alexander has collected enough signatures to appear on the Nov.

Ham radio operators take part in 24-hour relay

Iredell County News — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:52:57 +0000

Whiskey-Four-Sierra-November-Charlie a ' the call sign of the Iredell Count Amateur Radio Society was heard up and down the eastern United States and in Canada early Saturday afternoon.

Iredell Dems to name commission candidate Monday

Iredell County News — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 04:53:21 +0000

On Monday night, Iredell Democrats will make a decision that will double the number of that party's candidates in the field for a seat on the Iredell County Board of Commissioners when party leaders select a person to serve out the term of the late commissioner, Godfrey Williams, in November.

Iredell jobless numbers improve

Iredell County News — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 15:20:01 +0000

For the third month in a row, Iredell County's unemployment rate fell in May. The rate slipped down to 11.7 percent from 12.1 percent in April, with 258 fewer people being counted as unemployed, according to the latest survey results released by the Employment Security Commission of North Carolina.

Tip Leads Investigators To Stolen Merchandise

Iredell County News — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 11:05:12 +0000

Investigators in Iredell County and Charlotte credit Crime Stoppers tips for helping them to recover $12,000 in stolen equipment.

Stolen property recovered in Charlotte

Iredell County News — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 06:55:57 +0000

A large majority of the property stolen from a Union Grove business earlier this week has been recovered in Charlotte.

Is your child’s car seat safe?

Iredell County News — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:35:58 +0000

Stacey Briggs braved the heat and disturbing her 15-month-old son David to make sure he is completely safe when riding in the family's sport utility vehicle.

Fur flies over garbage costs, Langtree bonds

Iredell County News — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 22:20:56 +0000

Mooresville government officials have been on the giving and receiving end of some criticism this week.

Fourth Fun: Here’s area’s holiday lineup

Iredell County News — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:01:39 +0000

Independence Day is fast approaching and there will be numerous opportunities to celebrate in South Iredell and North Mecklenburg.

Rabid fox bites Statesville man

Iredell County News — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:51:35 +0000

A 20-year-old man is undergoing treatment after being bitten by a rabid fox Monday at a home on Devon Lane.

Third candidate files for Iredell sheriff

Iredell County News — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 09:36:56 +0000

Mooresville resident Robert E. "Skip" Alexander filed late Thursday afternoon as an unaffiliated candidate for Iredell County sheriff.

Port-a-Pit earns kudos from Our State

Iredell County News — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 05:32:26 +0000

Port-a-Pit BBQ is no longer Statesville's best-kept secret. The East Statesville restaurant/caterer earned a mention in the July Our State magazine cover story, "100 Foods You Must Eat in 100 Counties." Port-a-Pit a ' well-known locally a ' was chosen as Iredell County's representative.

Burglars Steal $15K In Merchandise From Equipment Store 22 min ago

Iredell County News — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:27:46 +0000

Sheriff's deputies are searching for six men who they said stole from a power equipment store in Union Grove.

Two charged in residential break-in

Iredell County News — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:23:12 +0000

Two people face charges in connection with a home break-in on Moonglow Lane. Casey Shane Reed, 24, of Troutman and Kassey Marie Smith, 22, of Mooresville were each charged with felony breaking and entering and felony larceny after breaking and entering.

Senate passes ’sweepstakes’ gaming ban

Iredell County News — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:13:49 +0000

A bill that would ban Internet sweepstakes-type gaming received nearly unanimous support in the North Carolina State Senate on Monday.

Emergency officials plan disaster response

Iredell County News — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:19:05 +0000

The crash of a jet airplane, loaded with nearly 50 people, was the fictional scenario local emergency officials dealt with during an exercise Wednesday at the Iredell County Agriculture Resource Center.

Royall announces an unaffiliated candidate for Yadkin sheriff

Iredell County News — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:04:30 +0000

Republican and long-time law enforcement officer Jeff Royall has filed as an unaffiliated candidate for sheriff of Yadkin County.

Ham radio operators busy this weekend

Iredell County News — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:55:28 +0000

Amateur Radio operators, also known as "hams," will be showing off their wireless capabilities during an event this weekend at McClure Park, 1230 Museum Road, Statesville.

News from the Iredell Senior Center

Iredell County News — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:40:57 +0000

Iredell Senior Center, a project of the Iredell Council on Aging, serves people 60 years of age and better and is a "Center of Excellence" as determined by the NC Div.

Agencies learn signs of possible gang activity

Iredell County News — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:31:28 +0000

For many of the mental health and family service providers in the audience, the knowledge that gangs are already making some headway in Iredell County was a little shocking.

Incumbent Klein squeaks by in Lincoln

Iredell County News — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 04:16:53 +0000

In regional GOP runoffs, an incumbent Lincoln County commissioner edged out a challenger and in Iredell County a tea party coordinator turned away a former longtime commissioner.

Meetings, Etc.

Iredell County News — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 23:07:29 +0000

Dunbar High reunion A reunion of graduates of Mooresville's former Dunbar High School will be held Saturday, July 3. Events will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Winnie Hooper Center on Sherrill Street and from 8 p.m. to midnight at American Legion Post 76 on Oak Ridge Highway.

Man charged with assaulting former girlfriend

Iredell County News — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:47:50 +0000

A Statesville man was charged with assaulting his ex-girlfriend. Timothy Daniel Lytton, 30, of Statesville was charged with first-degree burglary, assault on a female, assault with a deadly weapon and injury to real property.

District will wait on state budget

Iredell County News — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 18:26:00 +0000

As expected, Iredell-Statesville Schools received less money than it asked for from Iredell County as commissioners approved the 2010-11 spending plan last week.

Suspects Arrested following Fraudulent Spree through North and South Carolina

Iredell County News — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:42:41 +0000

By Jason Saine LINCOLNTON, NC - Keisha Petty and Michael Henderson, both of Boiling Springs, NC, were arrested and charged last week for a number of crimes throughout both states.

Numerous charges placed after car chase

Iredell County News — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:58:39 +0000

A 25-year-old Troutman man faces numerous charges after authorities said he led a Troutman police officer on a vehicle chase Friday morning.

Numerous charges placed after car chase

Iredell County News — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:58:39 +0000

A 25-year-old Troutman man faces numerous charges after authorities said he led a Troutman police officer on a vehicle chase Friday morning.

School personnel train for volatile situations

Iredell County News — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 01:30:02 +0000

Maneuvering through a maze of desks and tables in the hallway at West Iredell Middle School, the four-person team came upon two frightened girls.

Two tangle Tuesday for final GOP ballot spot

Iredell County News — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:20:25 +0000

Iredell County Elections Director Becky Galliher hopes she gets a big surprise Tuesday during North Carolina's runoff elections.

Two injured in Selma Drive fire

Iredell County News — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:11:36 +0000

Two people were injured, one seriously, in a Wednesday afternoon fire blamed by officials on "carelessness with smoking materials." Mooresville firefighters and Iredell County EMS were called to 42 Selma Drive at 4:49 p.m. in reference to a burn injury.

Senate hopeful Cunningham stops in Iredell

Iredell County News — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:11:27 +0000

Cal Cunningham knows the road ahead of him is a rough one. He just hopes it's a relatively long one.

Historic Fort Dobbs Will Bring Jobs, Impact Region

Iredell County News — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 18:13:09 +0000

Fort Dobbs State Historic Site is making history again. It's the first time in a generation an important piece of North America's history will be completely reconstructed on the original site.

Budget cuts force city library to close on Sundays

Iredell County News — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:03:38 +0000

History tells us that the free library concept has been blossoming in the United States since soon after Founding Father Benjamin Franklin founded the first quasi-public facility in Philadelphia 270 years ago.

State honor surprises Vaughn

Iredell County News — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:01:07 +0000

At a recent Iredell County Commissioners regular meeting, Ken Vaughn showed up to discuss an agenda item related to a proposed refurbishment project at the county fairgrounds.

Iredell seminars to educate on gang activities

Iredell County News — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:03:05 +0000

A group of local agencies is combining forces to present a workshop on gang activities.