Statesville City Council approves rezoning and annexation for a proposed 48-home Moose Club Road subdivision near Wildewood, despite concerns over fire response times, infrastructure and city growth.

Looking for your next great read? Explore locally owned bookstores across Iredell County and the Lake Norman region! From independent bookstores in Statesville and Mooresville to new and used bookshops in Davidson and Cornelius, discover local bookshops, book clubs, coffee and books, and unique literary finds. Support local businesses and find your next favorite read with this guide to bookstores in the Lake Norman area and North Carolina.

North Carolina traffic fatalities fell 12% in 2025, with Iredell County also reporting fewer crash-related injuries. Explore statewide crash data, teen driving risks and safety trends.

Discover Mooresville artist Charlie Anthony, a contemporary impressionist painter inspired by architecture, travel and the beauty of everyday life in Lake Norman, NC.

Lake Norman Record has compiled a list of trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat locations around Iredell County this Halloween season!

Learn how ALAS builds community in Iredell County through Spanish-language programs focused on wellness, financial literacy, leadership and cultural connection.

Discover what’s happening in Iredell County this weekend with Lake Norman Record’s roundup of local events, festivals, family activities and things to do in Statesville, Mooresville and the Lake Norman area.

Learn what’s on the ballot in Iredell County for the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm elections, including local races, judicial contests and three proposed NC constitutional amendments.

Lake Norman Record Editor Samantha Hill reflects on 110 days of independent local journalism, announces a weekly Wednesday newsletter, and shares updates on community partnerships, local events and ways to support free news in Iredell County and the Lake Norman region.

Discover things to do in Iredell County Oct. 16-18, 2026, including Carolina BalloonFest, live music, fall festivals, local markets and community events in Statesville and Mooresville.

Discover local events happening this weekend in Statesville and Mooresville, NC. Explore festivals, live music, arts and community events with Lake Norman Record.

October is here and Lake Norman Record has curated some scary films for you! Check out this list of films.

Discover the best fall coffee drinks in Iredell County, from pumpkin spice lattes to seasonal favorites at local coffee shops in Statesville, Mooresville and Troutman.

September is National Sign Up for a Library Card Month and Lake Norman Record sat down with Jenny Levins-Hertel to learn more about library cards.

Discover North Carolina artist Anne Harkness and her journey from graphic design to oil painting, finding inspiration in everyday moments, light, color and personal stories.

Rock Star Records is bringing physical media back through selling vinyl records and CD's in Downtown Mooresville.

On Monday, Mayor Chris Carney announced that he will be stepping down from his seat as mayor of Mooresville on September 23.

Welcome to Written Here, a space for local authors and bookish news to come alive around you. As a reader and advocate for promoting local authors, literature and local arts, Written Here is a new section within Lake Norman Record to do said platforming.

Write Local & Support Local Authors: Iredell County Local Author Fair takes place on Oct. 3, 2026.

Statesville artist Tony Griffin is bringing his passion for art and unique perspective to an upcoming exhibition with Mooresville Arts, where his work will be featured alongside other local artists.