Jason Cole had not played pinball for years he hadn’t until he rolled one into their new arcade bar in Statesville The lights and sounds brought back memories of playing pinball as a kid He hopes customers get that same nostalgic feeling when they walk through the doors and take in the glow of neon lights and the sounds of arcade machines at the newly opened Tilt Beachcade at 121 N and Andi Chadwick at Tilt Beachcade in Statesville on Thursday “It’s just a place to either enjoy your childhood or rediscover your childhood in my case,” Cole said It caters to adults looking to enjoy a step back into an arcade There’s more than pinball inside Tilt Beachcade a claw machine and more are mixed with newer games like Guitar Hero and “The Walking Dead” game Tilt Beachcade opened on April 15 in in Statesville who also own Twisted Oak American Bar & Grill said they visited several arcade bars and loved the idea of opening one in Statesville Cole said he hopes Tilt Beachcade adds to visitors’ experience in downtown Statesville by giving them another option Pinball machines light up the room at Tilt Beachcade in Statesville pizza and appetizers with gaming-related names and puns Options include the loaded Southern Smash Dog ($6.95) or Cheddar Quest Sliders that start at four for $8.95 up to 12 for $23.95 The menu also includes Power Up Pretzels ($5.95) Funnel Frenzy funnel cake ($8.95) and Donut Royale ($4.95) Cole said those looking for a cocktail should try the Whale of a Peach ($7) A Skee-Ball game at Tilt Beachcade in Statesville Families with children are welcome until 8 p.m. when the arcade becomes an over-21 establishment Cole said that the divide allows for a family-friendly experience during the day while allowing for a more typical food and drink experience at night For more information on the Tilt Beachcade, see its Facebook page or email info@beachcade.com A Pew Pew Pepperoni Pizza ($10.95) is part of a menu of appetizers chicken tenders and more at Tilt Beachcade in Statesville With our weekly newsletter packed with the latest in everything food Email notifications are only sent once a day "We believe that this step is necessary to ensure Hillman Beer remains alive and well so that we can continue to grow and serve our communitie… Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Iredell Free News Statesville native celebrates his 103rd birthday JayLynn Morrison celebrated his 103th birthday on May 1 Clara Morrison Gabriel and Garnell Morrison Hill He graduated from Morningside High School in Statesville and earned a bachelor’s degree from Johnson C he played on the basketball and tennis teams He earned the nickname “Speedy” because of his calm and slow-moving demeanor Both were public school teachers in Newark They shared a life together for over 65 years Iredell County Crosby Scholars honors graduating seniors Iredell County Crosby Scholars hosted its annual Senior Celebration Tuesday honoring 2024-2025 graduates and awarding $20,000 in scholarships their family members and community leaders made up the crowd of around 300 people at the Statesville Civic Center The event also included a celebration of Iredell Crosby Scholars’ 10th anniversary along with a bittersweet tribute to retiring Executive Director Suzanne Wegmiller A total of 295 Iredell County seniors are graduating as Crosby Scholars as part of the class of 2024 2025 funded by Crosby Scholars and community partners like Mitchell Community College Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina Iredell Health System also contributed two scholarships for the first time this year The first was presented to a student planning a career that will benefit our local community A second $1,000 scholarship was awarded to a student joining the health care industry and was presented to Mooresville High School’s Karli Rockness “I intend to pursue a master’s degree as a registered dietician and this scholarship has empowered me to achieve my dreams,” she Karli who will attend Messiah College in the fall.  and became active in the Iredell County schools during the 2015-2016 school year A video presentation highlighted the program’s successes thousands of students have participated in academy sessions to improve study skills and prepare for college Students have visited numerous college campuses across the state More than 1,700 students have graduated as Crosby Scholars The students have completed more than 100,000 combined hours of volunteer service A touching part of the evening was a tribute Wegmiller who has led Iredell County Crosby Scholars since its inception successfully growing the program into a valuable resource for thousands of local students A video montage of supporters and past employees paid tribute to Wegmiller’s dedication to the those students you’ve done a great job building the program out of nothing,” former President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina Art Gibbell said The job that you’ve done with two school systems has been marvelous.” Wegmiller was presented with flowers and a special gift She received a standing ovation from attendees Departing Crosby Scholar Near Peer Advisor Mariah Roseboro was also honored ahead of her departure to pursue a PhD this fall The evening ended with the announcement that applications are now open for Last Dollar Grants These grants help Crosby Scholars who are attending college that face a shortfall between financial aid and the actual cost of college More information on Last Dollar Grants can be found at www.crosbyscholarsiredell.org Iredell Crosby Scholars thanked Mitchell Community College; Goodwill of Northwest Industries of North Carolina Iredell Health System and the Mooresville Rescue Squad for generously supporting local students Additional support was provided as a memorial gift in honor of Joyce Kohfeldt a long-time supporter who passed away in 2023 Jimmie Johnson’s Team Shocks NASCAR World with Epic Comeback in Texas Showdown has defied all odds and silenced their critics with a historic performance at Texas Motor Speedway After months of off-track turmoil and legal battles the team delivered a sensational display of skill and determination that left fans on the edge of their seats 43 Toyota to a remarkable fifth-place finish 42 car to an impressive eighth-place finish securing Legacy Motor Club’s first double top-10 finish at a non-superspeedway race since the team’s rebranding The euphoria and relief were palpable in the air as Jones expressed his gratitude “It would have been pretty disappointing to have a car this good… thankful for Advent Health described the race as a significant moment in his career emphasizing the team’s unwavering determination and spirit the day was not without its share of drama The Wurth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway witnessed a heated confrontation between Christopher Bell and John Hunter Nemechek in the final laps visibly incensed by Nemechek’s aggressive blocking tactics highlighting the intense competition and high stakes involved in NASCAR racing one thing became clear—Legacy Motor Club had announced their resurgence in the most emphatic manner possible The team’s remarkable performance in Texas not only showcased their competitive edge but also served as a testament to their unyielding resolve to succeed against all odds With the NASCAR season heating up and rivalries intensifying Legacy Motor Club’s triumphant comeback in Texas has set the stage for an exhilarating showdown in the races to come As fans eagerly await the next chapter in this thrilling saga one thing is certain—Jimmie Johnson and his team are back with a vengeance ready to take on whatever challenges come their way Formula One F1 - Miami Grand Prix - Miami International Autodrome 2025 McLaren team principal Andrea Stella ahead of the Miami.. Cadillac Revolutionizes Formula 1 with American Team Debut Formula 1 enthusiasts in America were in for a treat during a thrilling weekend in Miami Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit 2025 Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur ahead of practice REUTERS/Hamad.. © 2024 Motociclismo - All rights reserved Motociclismo Please enter your username or email address to reset your password © 2024 Motociclismo - All rights reserved Motociclismo but Sunday’s Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway was a definite step in the right direction for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB with both of the organization’s full-time drivers The strong performance at one of NASCAR’s most treacherous racetracks is celebration-worthy as it’s the first time that the organization has managed to place multiple entries inside the top-10 in a NASCAR Cup Series event on a non-superspeedway was the best of the bunch for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB on Sunday Michigan-native’s first top five result of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series campaign and the organization’s first top-five on a non-superspeedway since the Fall of 2023 at Kansas Speedway Jones was able to methodically work his way forward and collect a single stage point at the end of the race’s first stage it didn’t take long for that track position to slip away from the LEGACY MOTOR CLUB team 43 received a speeding penalty during the stage break Jones continued grinding in the second stage working himself up to a position inside the top 20 before disaster struck for the second time on pit road receiving an equipment interference penalty which for the second time before the halfway point of the race that was the last significant setback of the afternoon allowing Jones to continue slowly moving his way up the leaderboard through various strategy calls and a fast racecar A sequence of multiple restarts at the end of the race would allow Jones to get closer to the front of the pack allowed him to snipe a spot inside the top-five but just happy to come back from it and get a top-five It would have been pretty disappointing to have a car this good kind of our first car this year that’s been pretty strong John Hunter Nemechek also had a stellar performance on Sunday, bringing his No. 42 Dollar Tree Toyota Camry XSE home in eighth for his third top-10 result of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series campaign Two top-10s in Texas! pic.twitter.com/20k9nOLUJz Nemechek also had some struggles on pit road North Carolina-native was busted for speeding under the race’s first caution which dropkicked him down to dead-last in the running order After making some progress through the pack Nemechek and crew chief Travis Mack executed a two-tire strategy which catapulted the No A slight hiccup in fueling the Dollar Tree-sponsored entry cost Nemechek a couple of spots at the beginning of the race’s final stage the third-year NASCAR Cup Series driver methodically kept moving forward Had good long run speed – guys brought a fast Dollar Tree Toyota Camry XSE Just kind of all over the place with what we had The last couple of restarts were tough with the positions that we were in.” “I’ve got to get better from a driver’s standpoint racing up towards the front so progressing and learning,” Nemechek added Sunday provides a glimmer of hope for the organization which has been working hard to become perennial top 10 contenders in the NASCAR Cup Series since their switch to Toyota GAZOO Racing at the start of 2024 Jones hopes that this weekend’s strong showing will kick the organization into high gear heading into the Summer: “Thankful for AdventHealth and Toyota to get a good run and hopefully we can get rolling I would love this to be the start of our summer stretch and just keep it going.” Next up is another good racetrack for Jones and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB Jones secured the team’s first-ever top-five result The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER The Texas Motor Speedway became the venue for NASCAR fans to finally see defending Cup Series champion Joey Logano return to winning ways since his championship triumph last year While the win marked a significant achievement for Team Penske the event also brought positive tidings for Legacy Motor Club Nemechek finished the Würth 400 in fifth and eighth place marking a pivotal moment in the team’s history since Jimmie Johnson became a majority stakeholder of the team earlier this year racing at the Texas Motor Speedway has become more about surviving than winning The last five races in the “Lone Star State” have reached double-digit cautions Sunday’s Würth 400 saw a season-high 12 cautions the cautions did not hinder any of the progress they made throughout the race as both of their drivers finished inside the top ten The feat meant it was the first time in LMC’s history that the team had put two cars in the top ten in a single race at a non-drafting track the last time the camp was able to achieve the feat was back in 2014 given Ty Dillon only ever had one top-ten finish for the team Should one consider that as the last time the camp had all their cars inside the top ten finishers Jones and Nemechek’s achievement has ended an 11-year streak Today, @Erik_Jones and @JHNemechek finish fifth and eighth at @TXMotorSpeedway It's the first time @LEGACYMotorClub has two cars finish in the top 10 in a single race at a non-drafting track. #NASCAR pic.twitter.com/6lPPCmbWuG — Justin Schuoler (@JSchuoler) May 5, 2025 with Texas being their first top-ten finish since Atlanta It has also marked the first time since the rebranding that the team has put both its cars inside the top ten at a track other than Daytona (2023 & 2024) both drivers moved up the ladder in the drivers’ standings while Nemechek moved up three spots to P23 The feat wasn’t easy to come by either given Jones had to tread along a tricky path to finish P5 on the day He had qualified in P14 for the main race on Sunday but a pair of pit road penalties halted his progress he charged up to P10 and earned his first stage points since Martinsville before fading to P21 when the second stage ended Jones recorded his first top-five finish since last fall’s Talladega Playoff race the result also marked Jones’ first top-five finish at a non-superspeedway since the 2023 Kansas postseason event This website is unavailable in your location It appears you are attempting to access this website from a country outside of the United States therefore access cannot be granted at this time passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday Bob was the son of the late Roy Melmouth Davidson and Berta Candace Roseman Davidson he was a lifelong member of First ARP Church where his faith and fellowship were a meaningful part of his life He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing horseshoes and Rook and he found great joy in the company of those he loved His loved ones will fondly remember his favorite phrase so it is,” a reflection of his cheerful and down-to-earth spirit Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife Joey Brewer and Erin Davidson; his second wife Robin Davidson Brewer (Tony); grandchildren and Lauren Davidson Raker (Bill); and great-grandchildren Frank Davidson (Sue); and a host of stepchildren The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Tina Phillips and Jean Redmond for their devoted care and support over the past few years A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m. in the Bride Deaton Parlor at First ARP Church.  memorial contributions may be made to First ARP Church, 123 East Broad Street Troutman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Davidson family We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money The family of Sonja Faye Beaver created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Sonja Faye Anderson Beaver of Ostwalt Amity Road © 2025 Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory Made with love by funeralOne Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application passed away peacefully at her home in Statesville and inspiration to all who knew her. A devoted Early Childhood Education Teacher at Barium Springs Home for Children Mary dedicated her career to nurturing young minds with patience and kindness Her passion for education impacted countless lives leaving a lasting legacy that will be cherished by generations to come Mary had a natural affinity for nature's beauty especially evident in her love for gardening and her garden was always a fragrant and colorful testament to the care she lavished upon it Her love of travel took her to many destinations but she most eagerly anticipated her sponsored yearly trips to the casino in Atlantic City with her friends and family moments filled with laughter and joy. An active member of her community Mary was a proud member of the Order of the Eastern Star American Legion Auxiliary Earnest Post 217 Her faith and service were pillars of strength in her life and she was a guiding light for many seeking comfort and counsel. Mary was preceded in death by her parents She leaves behind a legacy of love in her surviving family: her beloved husband of 63 years Sharon Houston-Culbreath (Leonard) of Odenton North Carolina and Cheree Houston of Statesville North Carolina Kentucky; two sisters Mildred Poindexter of Charlottesville North Carolina and Andre’a King-Shippy (Jerry) of Hickory North Carolina; one grandson Brandon Hynson; three great-grandchildren North Carolina and Harvis Mathis of Rock Hill South Carolina; two sisters-in-law; Deborah Long of Atlanta North Carolina; special friends- Landa Houston Carolyn Tidline and Cynthia Clark and a host of nieces other relatives and friends. A funeral service celebrating Mary's life will be held at 1:00 p.m The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 pm to 1:00 p.m Mary will be laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery Jerry Shippy and Marvin Stanley. Mary Louise Swingler Houston was a beacon of hope Her spirit will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing her. Nicholson Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Mary Houston Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors 51-year-old Steven Lamont Bailey of Diamond Street in Statesville was arrested Monday (April 14) by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers He’s charged with felony counts of trafficking of fentanyl by possession and transport possession with intent to sell or deliver fentanyl and maintain a vehicle for the sale or use of controlled substance Bailey is also charged with misdemeanor counts of possession of oxycodone drug paraphernalia and marijuana paraphernalia On Monday a deputy conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at the intersection of Bailey Farm Road and Wilkesboro Highway due to a registration violation deputies developed probable cause to conduct a search of the vehicle The search resulted in the discovery of illegal narcotics including approximately 22.5 dosage units of ecstasy Deputies also found drug paraphernalia packaged in a manner consistent with the intent to sell and deliver Bailey was placed under arrest and transported to the Iredell County Detention Center under $250,000 secured bond A Watauga County resident is charged in connection to the death of a Hickory man… 34-year-old Timvoski Ware of Morganton was arrested Sunday (May 4) by Morganton Public Safety Officers… Suspects wanted in connection to a stabbing are being sought City of Statesville Career Opportunities (May 2) The City of Statesville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, non-disqualifying disability or age. Applications are being accepted online only. Apply for open positions online by clicking HERE of Statesville passed away peacefully at her residence on April 27 2025 surrounded by her family after a battle with colon cancer She committed herself to the nursing profession for 40 years where she was not just a caregiver but a source of inspiration for countless patients and colleagues and her unwavering dedication to her work and her patients illustrated her compassionate spirit and love for others Wanda’s legacy extends beyond her professional career She was a vibrant light in the lives of her family and friends Her faithfulness to God shone through in everything she did and her hobbies reflected her nurturing nature where boogie boarding made her spirit soar Wanda was exceptionally gifted in crafting and crocheting always ensuring her yard was alive with seasonal blooms Wanda’s family was her pride and joy She leaves behind her devoted husband of 40 years Lindsey Galliher (Charlie) and Rachel Adkins (Justin) Wanda is also survived by her loving mother who have been sources of support and strength throughout her life Wanda was also a proud dog mom and shared her home with two Boston Terriers A Celebration of Life will be held in her honor on May 2 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Western Avenue Baptist Church Wanda’s radiant spirit and loving heart will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her In every flower that blooms and every wave that crashes upon the shore reminding us of the beauty and light she brought into the world In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Wanda’s memory to the Colon Cancer Coalition https://giving.coloncancercoalition.org/page/FundraiseYourWay?fundraiser=NDLHJNYU&member=SHWHNBNH or by clicking here or to the Iredell Memorial Hospital Guardian Angel Program (https://ihfdonate.org/GuardianAngel) or by clicking here Nicholson Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for the Bryan family City of Statesville announces office closings and sanitation schedule changes for Good Friday City of Statesville offices will be closed on Friday Please note that there will be no garbage collection on that day ♦ Revised Residential Sanitation Schedule (April 14-18): Monday and Wednesday routes will operate on their regular schedule Thursday and Friday routes will be collected on Thursday ♦ Revised Commercial Sanitation Schedule (April 14-18): For businesses with roll-out carts or garbage containers Saturday routes will operate on their regular schedule The Statesville Fitness & Activity Center and Bentley Community Center will be closed on Friday City of Statesville: Advertisement for Bids A request to obtain Sealed Proposals for the Land Application of Residual Solids will be sent out on Monday and will be received by the City of Statesville at 693 Bell Farm Rd NC 28625 at or before 2:00 PM EST on May 16 at which time and place the bids shall be publicly opened and read The website address to view and download the RFP documentation is: https://www.statesvillenc.net/bid-postings The City of Statesville reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to accept any bid which is deemed to be in the best interest of the City of Statesville Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInCHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A pedestrian was killed in a north Charlotte hit-and-run early Monday morning, according to police The collision happened around 1:30 a.m. on Monday, April 28, along Old Statesville Road near West W.T. Harris Boulevard Officials said the pedestrian who was struck died at the scene of the crash while the driver fled before authorities arrived Police advised that the roadway was shut down for hours while crews investigated It was not immediately clear what led up to the wreck The deadly crash was the first of two involving a pedestrian on Monday morning in Charlotte --> Related: Pedestrian struck, killed by car in northeast Charlotte, police say You’re urged to contact law enforcement with any information about this deadly collision Queen City News IREDELL COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY HOMETOWN) — Time is measured differently depending on who you ask it’s counted in the rhythm of passing cars or all the keepsakes collected along the way time is marked by something even more noteworthy.“I was thinking this morning… 11 presidents since I’ve started business And I’ve survived them all,” she said while laughing Hager learned her first lesson in business.“Well a lot of people didn’t read in Statesville so it’s been an evolution,” she said and home décor—Hager didn’t know it at the time but GG’s Art Frames Gifts was going to become a Statesville staple.“We try to have something for everybody at kind of all price points But the main purpose of this store is that it’s got to be a happy place,” she said leveling nearly an entire block of historic downtown Statesville Three businesses were gone within just a couple of hours just an empty pit where her shop once stood.“Everyone thought I was crazy because they thought I should retire and we had this building rented two days later,” she said Her new location is just a couple of storefronts down from where she was.“Thank you so much for supporting us,” she said while handing a receipt to a customer For all of the unpredictable things that life has thrown at Hager—a devastating fire even political changes—there has been one change that she can rely on: growth.“It’s amazing that all of these people are finding out about GG’s,” she said The city where she has lived her entire life and built and then rebuilt her business in is experiencing a population boom.“And I’ve loved every minute of it the concept that started it all—books—is back on her shelves.“And I’m back I have lots of books because they are reading more now,” she said with a smile these are the actual most popular baby names so far in 2025 Whether it’s a short vacation or they’re jetting off to begin their career show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift National Teacher Appreciation Week begins May 5 take advantage of these freebies and deals Sealed bid proposals for Statesville Sidewalk Construction Project 2025 will be received by the City of Statesville at 227 S Center St. NC 28677 at or before 2:00 PM (EST) on May 9 2025 at which time and place the bids shall be publicly opened and read in the Planning Conference Room Bidder is responsible for timely delivery of their bid A minimum of two (2) bids must be received to open all bids The website address to view and download the ITB documentation is: https://www.statesvillenc.net/bid-postings Pursuant to General Statute 143-48 and Executive Order #150, The City of Statesville invites and encourages participation in this procurement process by businesses owned by minorities, women, disabled, disabled business enterprises and non profit work centers for the blind and severely disabled. The City of Statesville reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to accept any bid which is deemed to be in the best interest of the City of Statesville. 40-year-old Khristina Eve Blackwood of Sagebrush Road in Statesville was arrested Sunday (April 27) by Newton Police Officers. She’s charged with identity theft, financial card theft and obtain property by false pretense. Blackwood was incarcerated in the Catawba County Detention Facility under $5,000 bond. A District Court date was scheduled today (April 28). Suspects wanted in connection to a stabbing are being sought. On Monday, (May 5) at… 33-year-old Kelley Lamont Allison, Jr. of Cline Street in Statesville has been arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Deputies on felony counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a schedule I controlled substance, along with misdemeanor counts of carrying a concealed weapon, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Late last Friday evening (April 4), Deputies conducting a motor vehicle violation checkpoint on Highway 64 West near Tarlton Road saw a vehicle abruptly turn around in an apparent attempt to avoid the checkpoint. Moments later, a Deputy spotted the vehicle after the driver, Kelley Lamont Allison, Jr., turned off the headlights and pulled into a driveway on Tarlton Road. The Deputy made contact with Allison and noticed the strong odor of marijuana was coming from the vehicle. The Deputy also saw an empty handgun holster in plain view. A search of the vehicle turned up about 10 dosage units of M.D.M.A., a small quantity of marijuana, and a handgun. Allison is a convicted felon and is prohibited by law from possessing a firearm. The suspect was placed in the Iredell County Detention Center with bond set at $25,000, secured. He’ll appear in District Court on April 25. Allison is currently on probation on felony counts of possession with intent to sell or deliver a schedule II controlled substance, felony possession with intent to sell a schedule VI controlled substance, and felony offering bribes. The Iredell-Statesville Schools (I-SS) Board of Education approved a plan to cut $3 million from its proposed budget for 2025-2026 during Monday’s (April 14) board meeting the board voted unanimously to approve the proposed spending plan presented by Chief Finance Officer Adam Steele and other I-SS administrators at the Committee of the Whole meeting last week a dozen teaching positions will not be filled next school year who spoke during the public comment period asked the board to reconsider the recommendation to close the virtual academy at the end of the school year Hickory Public Library will host a special ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the… The City of Newton Fire Department has started conducting routine fire hydrant flow testing throughout… Morgan announces candidacy in Statesville mayoral race announced his candidacy on Thursday morning nearly a week after Mayor Costi Kutteh told Iredell Free News that he would not seek a record sixth term in office “There are things I’d like to see done that haven’t been completed yet,” Morgan said “We need to ensure that Statesville remains a city where business can thrive and there are opportunities for success created for everybody.” Voters in Statesville will elect a mayor and two at-large city council members in the November 4 election 3 and 5 will also elect their representatives on the city council The official candidate filing period is July 7-18 Morgan said his priorities would be supporting public safety agencies and ensuring the city has the necessary infrastructure — including roads and parks — to handle the surge in residential development that has begun and is expected to continue for years “I want to build upon our successes and work hard for the best Statesville for all of us,” he said “Working people deserve a chance at a good job Businesses deserve a solid infrastructure and cooperation from City Hall Retirees on fixed incomes deserve low taxes and quality services “I will work hard to make all of this and much more a reality I care about all the people in our city,” he added Morgan vowed to work to keep city property taxes low and county leaders to ensure that Statesville gets its fair share of funding for city services “I’ll put in as much time as I think it’s going to take,” said Morgan who is the CEO of the Capital Management Group of the Carolinas a wealth management firm based in Statesville has extensive experience as a civic leader he was mayor pro tempore for his final three years.  As a council member Morgan worked with federal and state lawmakers to secure over $10 million in grants for the Statesville Regional Airport and helped secure development of Larkin Regional Commerce Park which could ultimately add more than $800 million to the city’s tax base He’s also proud of his efforts to help establish and fund career development programs for Statesville police officers and firefighters A current board member of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina he has also served on the Statesville Planning Board His community involvement includes service as a board member for Big Brothers/Big Sisters work on the Campaign Committee for the United Way and as a board member for the Dove House Children’s Advocacy Center He is also a past president of the Fourth Creek Rotary Club and a former board member of the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce Morgan has done graduate course work at the UNC School of Government He and his wife Tina have one adult daughter The Morgans are members of Statesville First Presbyterian Church Morgan has done good things for the city in the past I hope there is not a stealth agenda to make Statesville a proxy battleground for MAGA culture wars We get enough of that from the school board nowadays Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInSTATESVILLE (WBTV) - One person was killed and a portion of a Statesville road shut down after a vehicle reportedly hit a building and started a fire City officials confirmed the driver of the car died at the scene Officials said that no one inside the laundromat was hurt Emergency crews asked everyone to avoid the area while they worked to clear the area Anyone with information or who saw the crash should call the Statesville Police Department at 704-878-3406 Get the latest updates sent straight to your device by downloading the free WBTV News app today Sheriff: Statesville man faces drug trafficking charges after being stopped by an Iredell County Sheriff’s Office deputy for a vehicle registration violation Sheriff Darren Campbell announced the arrest of Steven Lamont Bailey Lee conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at the intersection of Bailey Farm Road and Wilkesboro Highway due to a registration violation on Monday The search resulted in the discovery and seizure of approximately 22.5 dosage units of Ecstasy Deputies also located multiple items of drug paraphernalia Bailey was placed under arrest and transported to the Iredell County Detention Center He is charged with Felony Trafficking Opium or Heroin (Fentanyl) by Possession Felony Trafficking Opium or Heroin (Fentanyl) by Transport Felony Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule II (Fentanyl) Felony Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule I (MDMA) Felony Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule IV (Alprazolam) Felony Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver Schedule II (Morphine) Felony Maintain a vehicle for the Sale or Use of a Controlled Substance and four misdemeanor drug offenses the suspect’s criminal history includes the following charges: Felony Possession with Intent to Manufacture or Deliver Marijuana; and two counts of Misdemeanor Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInSTATESVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - Surveillance video from a business near the scene of a deadly crash in Statesville Wednesday showed the aftermath of the situation The wreck happened around 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, March 6 at C&H Laundry along Shelton Avenue near Old Charlotte Road A car reportedly drove into the building and started a fire City officials confirmed the driver of the died at the scene and that no one inside the building was hurt Footage shared with us by Iredell Auto Repair showed first responders flock to the scene as dark smoke began moving downwind Shelton Road was shut down as emergency crews asked everyone to avoid the area while they worked to clear the wreckage Trent resigns District 3 seat on Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education Vice Chair Abby Trent has resigned her position on the board said that she had moved out of Iredell County due to concerns for the safety of herself and her family.  I made the choice to move to another county for my safety as well as my daughters,” Trent said in an email to the I-SS board “I have been the victim of yet another instance of harassment and stalking It became so extreme that I feared for mine and my daughters’ well-being There are some who are aware of what is going on and have asked if this is a temporary move Since I have no plans to move back to Iredell County I feel that it is necessary for me to resign from this board Please accept this as my formal resignation.” Chairman Doug Knight announced Trent’s resignation on Monday ahead of the board’s Committee of the Whole meeting the Iredell County Republican Party Executive Board will meet later this month to nominate Trent’s replacement.  After the nominee for the District 3 seat is presented to the I-SS board The I-SS board will select a new vice chair during its meeting on April 14 Knight said that Trent has been a valuable member of the school board contributing her expertise and passion for education to serve students The District 3 seat will be on the ballot in 2026 Trent demonstrated a willingness to learn the role and adjust her leadership style And kudos to her for supporting the schools by showing up to many events I’m sorry you are having to leave under these circumstances and pray for your safety Not sure why she states “yet another” when the first accusation had no ground to stand on and therefore the case dismissed this sounds like a bad situation and I hope she is able to find peace in her new home Perhaps she can appear on the puppet master’s radio show with her mommy and explain That won’t be happening…use deductive logic Her moving away definitely lends credibility to what she currently alleges falsely accusing a school board member of the same allegations is reprehensible I’d like to believe this current situation is not a matter of crying wolf Imagine what other family members & others have been through as well because of the same person purpose with the nomination of Cindy Hanes that must be coming soon She is the best candidate to replace Ms Trent Please select her and start to right this ship at the Gordon Hospice House in Statesville to Roman Lee Lucas and Daisy Collette Liles She is survived by her husband of 56 years Trevor Batchelor (Renee Jewell) of Statesville; and Brother-In-Law Earl Wilson of Black Creek she is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews Gail was an active member of Rocky Mount Church of Mooresville She was known for the hundreds of prayer shawls that she knitted that provided comfort to those enduring illnesses She was also known for her legendary coconut cake especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren The family would like to offer their appreciation to the LVAD team of doctors and nurses at Carolinas Medical Center (Atrium Health) who became an extension of her family over the past eleven years They would also like to acknowledge the care team at the Gordon Hospice House of Statesville who allowed her comfort and rest in her final days The family is deeply grateful to her church family and many special friends who kept her in their thoughts and prayers daily There will be a graveside service at Rocky Mount Church (1739 Perth Road donations can be made to the Hospice and Palliative Care of Iredell County Cavin-Cook Funeral Home, Mooresville is proudly serving the Batchelor family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com Kathryn “Kay” Mackenzie Miller to the late Commander Alexander James Mackenzie and Elizabeth Rees-Warton Mackenzie she arrived in America largely growing up in the Carolinas where she graduated from Newton-Conover High School and Davis Hospital School of Nursing where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing She was employed as a Registered Nurse at Davis Hospital and Statesville Medical Group/Piedmont Healthcare for many years and was a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church she married her best friend and the love of her life Caroline Miller Yon (Keith) of Charlotte; sisters NC and Charlotte Catherine Wilkins of Cambridge several nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents Kay has been active in the community her entire adult life serving in numerous organizations.  She has assisted at church in several efforts most recently with chairing the meal teams and the list goes on.  She has held several officer positions within her service sorority developing lifelong friendships she has treasured with her co-members.  She was active in the Jaycees when there was a separate women’s chapter serving as president during the same year her husband was president of the men’s chapter.  She was also active for a brief time in the Junior Service League in Statesville.  Kay has used her nursing background in many places both in and outside of her employment providing assistance with many vaccination clinics teaching nursing clinicals and many other opportunities for helping wherever she could She was involved in her children’s school life and various classrooms often serving as one of the “grade-mothers.”  Her life included fellowship and fun in so many places one of which has been a very special group of ladies who started with a trip together to the coast solidifying those as lifelong friends who have meant so much to her.  Kay has always loved people from all walks of life cultivating friends and comrades along the journey but what has meant most to her is the love and privilege of becoming a friend sharing the highs and lows in each person’s life as they have done so with her.  Her generous nature of compassion was evident in all the areas of service in which she has been involved.  She has been devoted to her husband and family and within her communities.  Collectively a likely agreement to describe the Kay Miller known to so many would illustrate that well known phrase “To know her was to love her.” Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday March 7 at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church The family will visit with friends following the service at Statesville Country Club from 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm Burial in Oakwood Cemetery will be prior to the funeral hour The family would like to give special thanks to Dr and the staff of the Gordon Hospice House for their love and care of Kay memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society Troutman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kay Miller The Rock gym in Statesville is opening its doors again now with a café and recovery spa at its new location at 970 Davie Ave Owner Amanda Hoover-McClelland said people can still expect to get their exercise on the treadmills and ellipticals lift weights and work out with gym equipment The difference now is the gym’s offering of a healthy bite to eat or a moment of relaxation in the recovery spa as part of a holistic approach to fitness Amanda Hoover-McClelland stands next to workout equipment at The Rock in Statesville on Friday “We’ve always wanted something that you could and that’s cool with us,” Hoover-McClelland said The gym was previously located in downtown Statesville but Hoover-McClelland decided to expand The Rock at a new location She bought Rock Fitness from the previous owner in 2021 but this version of the gym dropped fitness from its name It is now about more than just pumping iron We think that if you’re going to live healthy it needs to be a lifestyle,” Hoover-McClelland said Hoover-McClelland said the gym is a family affair and other family members helped with converting the new space and help run the gym She said the business’s approach is born out of her and her family’s experiences “We want to find a way to live better and live healthier I have rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia and my husband has multiple sclerosis and he has arthritis,” she said ‘How can we live better?’ We might not be able to make it go away or we might not be able to take it away completely The transition from Meeting Street to Davie Avenue took more time and effort than expected She is still working on the finishing touches As the gym reopens to those who are already members she hopes others see the more holistic and open approach of the gym as a reason to check it out The café and recovery spa features don’t require membership percussive massage and other body work therapies Amanda Hoover-McClelland stands outside The Rock gym in Statesville on Friday The gym recently moved to Davie Avenue and added a café and recovery spa to its offerings “You have these other things that can maybe bring in a different clientele but maybe I just want to (get a) smoothie,” Hoover-McClelland said “We told people even if you don’t use any of our services and you need a place to just breathe or decompress for a second A massage chair at the spa at The Rock in Statesville on Friday Hoover-McClelland said when it feels like our bodies are constantly in fight-or-flight mode it’s important to have spaces where people can take a deep breath and not feel pressure The gym is open and offers a $30 per month membership and day and week passes for the gym For more information on The Rock, see its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/TheRockStatesville, call 704-761-8249, or email therockstatesville@gmail.com An iced matcha on the counter of the café area of The Rock in Statesville Sign up here to get the latest health & fitness updates in your inbox every week “Anybody of an age can come out and play,” Vestuti said This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Iredell’s Happiest Day returns to Statesville Civic Center on April 3 The griddles will be hot and the food will be plentiful all day at the 3rd annual Randy Marion Pancake Day – Iredell’s Happiest Day fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of the Piedmont on Thursday The event is an all-you-can-eat meal that can be enjoyed at breakfast It includes pancakes and sausage as well as a choice of drink Organizers hope to serve 2,500 people at this year’s event “We found out very quickly that this became a community day we have church groups coming in and the Rotary Club coming in as a group It has taken on a very community-oriented feel but also a day to celebrate community,” Boys & Girls Club Director of Development Brady Johnson said A dedicated group of local “gourmet chefs,” which includes Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh professional football player Breon Borders Mitchell Community College president Tim Brewer and many more have signed on for this year’s event including a few “Gourmet Chefs,” are being recruited for this year’s event It takes 200-plus volunteers to run an event of this size To help make the theme “Iredell’s Happiest Day” come to life will have a hot air balloon tethered on the ground outside of the civic center The Boys and Girls club mission “to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive The fundraiser provides “much-needed funding” for the club’s after school and summer camp programs according to Executive Director Cory Knight including 509 students at the Cochran Street campus in Statesville and 57 students at the satellite campus at Shepherd Elementary School “The need for youth services in our community is so great,” Knight said The summer camp program runs all day for eight weeks at the main campus “We are in the middle of planning our summer camp The cost is around $30 per day to fund a child for the full day The goal is to raise $135,000,” Johnson said Potential sponsors and volunteers for Pancake Day can find additional information at www.piedmontbgc.org Tickets for the event are $10 and can be purchased at the Club, 1001 Cochran Street), online at www.piedmontbgc.org For additional information contact Brady Johnson at bjohnson@piedmonybgc.org or call (704) 397-2427 Spring Art Crawl to showcase more than 100 artists in Downtown Statesville on March 22 The 2025 Spring Art Crawl will showcase more than 100 artists in 49 different galleries shops and businesses scattered throughout Downtown Statesville on Saturday invite everyone to come downtown and stroll through the shops and enjoy many different styles and mediums of art Art Crawl deepens the community’s commitment and appreciation for the arts by highlighting talented artists of all levels and experience and drinks at one of Statesville’s many restaurants and bars A program/map directing attendees to all the locations and listing all participating artists will be available at each location The Spring Art Crawl this year is focused more on the crafty arts  Reminder that there is now a Social District where pedestrians to walk the sidewalks with beverages purchased at participating locations and in the proper containers Nicolas Gilliam with Cordian Wealth – Ameriprise Financial is the Supporting Sponsor Stop by Wine Maestro and meet Nicolas and see his work Additional sponsors are Jenkins Cleaners and Merrill Lynch Parking for the Art Crawl is available on street and the nine public lots throughout the business district who is listed as a homeless person from Statesville has been arrested by Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers on one felony count of possession with intent to sell or deliver methamphetamine and one misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia a Deputy stopped a vehicle at the Market Basket store on the Taylorsville Highway for a fictitious registration plate violation The driver of the vehicle was issued a citation the Deputy spoke with the driver and a passenger The Deputy described Ritchie’s behavior as suspicious leading to the discovery of individually packaged plastic bags containing approximately 7.2 grams of meth Ritchie claimed ownership of the drugs and paraphernalia which were found in the vehicle’s passenger area Ritchie was jailed in the Iredell County Detention Center under a $7,500 secured bond She’ll appear in District Court on March 25 Ritchie has a criminal history that includes felony counts of conspiracy and neglect or child abuse with serious physical injury She is currently on probation for felony conspiracy Photo Gallery: City of Statesville hosts Arbor Day Celebration The City of Statesville held its annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday at the Statesville Soccer Complex. There were fire trucks utility trucks and SPD vehicles for kids to explore. Food Lion provided healthy fruits and the Statesville Family YMCA provided flowers for kids to plant STATESVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Two suspects have been arrested for an armed robbery at a store in Statesville over the weekend the Statesville Police Department responded to an armed robbery at 1924 Newton Drive The suspects demanded money and instructed the employee to open the register Investigators were able to identify the suspect’s vehicle as a black 2001 Honda Accord leading to the identification of one of the suspects as Joseph Nicholas Sherrill Investigators learned the suspect’s vehicle had been seen in Wilkesboro and notified the Wilkesboro Police Department Wilkesboro officers located the vehicle parked at an apartment complex on Monday Officers later observed the suspect leaving the complex and conducted a traffic stop at a nearby convenience store the driver was identified as Joseph Nicholas Sherrill and the passenger as Thomas Joshua Byers A handgun believed to have been used in the robbery was also recovered from inside the vehicle Both Sherrill and Byers were subsequently transported to the Iredell County Detention Center and charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon and felony conspiracy They are currently being held without bond pending their first court appearance take advantage of these freebies and deals!