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North Carolina health system plans to buy vulnerable hospital
Iredell Health System has reached a deal to buy Davis Regional Medical Center from Community Health Systems. CHS had planned to sell the facility to Novant Health, but the plans were dropped. A vulnerable North Carolina hospital is on the cusp of getting new ownership. Iredell Health System says it...
Entries for upcoming Iredell County Agricultural Fair will be accepted August 27-28
Iredell County Agricultural Fair officials will be accepting entries for this year’s fair next week. Categories include field and garden crops, honey, canning, baked goods furnishings, clothing, arts, crafts, antiques, flowers and plants, photography, and more. Participants are encouraged to register online at https://iredellfair.com/pageserver/fair-forms. Entries will be accepted at...
NormFest At City Of Conover’s Amphitheater, Friday, Aug. 23
Conover, NC – The City of Conover is excited to partner with the Norman B. Coley Foundation to host NormFest at the Norman B. Coley Amphitheater on August 23, beginning at 6pm. The evening will feature The Lucky Clover, Lobster Dogs, and JB’s Rolling Bistro food trucks. Anna’s Sweet Treats and Kona Ice will be there to satisfy your sugar craving, and 1877 Pub and Grub will be serving beer to benefit The Norman B. Coley Foundation.
Court diversion program offers Iredell County teens a second chance
Lucas Callejas appreciates the second chance he was given. The teen was charged with simple assault after he got into a fight a school. At the time, he was living a risky lifestyle and making poor choices. “I was never a bad person, just caught up with the wrong people...
City of Statesville wins three Public Power Awards of Excellence
The City of Statesville was selected as one of 17 public power communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia to receive three 2023 Public Power Award of Excellence. Presented by ElectriCities of North Carolina, the award reflect the City of Statesville’s commitment to continuously providing outstanding electric service to...
United Way of Iredell County receives transformative gift from Mooresville couple
The United Way of Iredell County has received a transformative $500,000 life insurance gift to its Endowment for the Future from a generous couple in Mooresville. This remarkable pledge reflects the couple’s commitment to ensuring a brighter future for the community they call home. The anonymous donors’ generosity will...
Piedmont Woodcrafters Club To Feature Chris Patterson, 8/24
Hickory – The Western Piedmont Woodcrafters Club August 24th meeting will feature a presentation by Chris Patterson discussing products and techniques that are essential for good woodworking repair, that could be used on many different materials such as doors, moldings, furniture, cabinets, and much more. He will discuss different types of finishes and how to identify them. He will also address finish processes and how to get the best finish in different environments. The club will meet at 9:30 AM at Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop, 856 21st St. Drive SE, Hickory. Meetings are open to the public.
8-21-24: LT GOV Robinson Presser In Statesville
Tune in here to this Wednesday edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen!. Breaking Brett Jensen kicks the show off by talking about. Mark Robinson’s Safety Plan: North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson’s recent press conference in Statesville discussing his safety plan. Donald Trump in Asheboro: Donald Trump’s...
Project Grants Available From The Community Relations Council
Hickory – The City of Hickory Community Relations Council (CRC) is currently seeking projects to fund for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and is inviting qualified groups or individuals to consider submitting grant requests. “Hickory is one of the most generous cities in North Carolina. The Community Relations Council is...
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