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Turnersburg is an unincorporated community in Iredell County, located in the rolling Piedmont region of North Carolina. Its origins trace back to the mid-19th century when the area's farms, mills and stores began to cluster along Rocky Creek and other waterways. The name Turnersburg reflects early landowner and entrepreneur Wilfred Turner, whose family operated a cotton manufacturing business and general store in the area, and after whom the community, and the adjacent Turnersburg Township, were named.

During the latter half of the 19th century, Turnersburg was shaped by agriculture, small‐scale manufacturing and trade. A gin and general store served local farmers, and in 1890 a mill was rebuilt after a fire, reflecting the community's resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. The local economy bridged agriculture and industry: farms produced cotton, livestock and grains, while the mill and store provided processing, goods and social space for the community. These combined rural and proto‐industrial functions defined Turnersburg's early identity.

Infrastructure improvements gradually connected Turnersburg to the wider region. The establishment of the Turnersburg Township in 1868 formalized its place in county governance. Roads improved and the community benefitted from proximity to Statesville and other transport routes. While the area never grew into a large town, its layout of homes, churches, stores and mills represented a typical Piedmont village. Utilities, local schools and communal institutions arrived gradually through the 20th century, aiding quality of life and supporting gradual residential development.

Over time the character of Turnersburg shifted toward a residential and rural-residential community. While farming remains present, new subdivisions and homes built on larger lots provide options for people seeking country living within reach of larger centers. Schools, churches and volunteer organizations maintain the local identity, and open space, wooded lots and creeks still define the setting.

Today Turnersburg is valued for its blend of rural tranquility, historical roots and accessibility to larger employment centers. Residents enjoy a quiet lifestyle, without forgoing access to amenities in Statesville, Mooresville and nearby corridors. The area is appealing to families and individuals seeking land, heritage and a slower pace of life in the Piedmont region of North Carolina.