Good morning, Mooresville.

On April 17, Iredell County Community Foundation & United Way of Iredell County, with Iredell Health Foundation, awarded a $100,000 check to launch the Whole Child, Whole Family, Whole Community Collaborative to help vulnerable children and families in our county.

The initiative will begin with a Family Navigator Program at the Boys & Girls Club & plans for a long-term business model to support children from Title I schools.

Two men face drug charges — Iredell County deputies found 3 lbs. of crystal meth mailed from California at a house.

Iredell County Sheriff's Office arrested Lander Bustle (48) of Harmony and Darran Lyons (39) of Mocksville after investigators followed a tip about a suspicious package from California that led to the seizure of about three pounds of crystal meth from a residence on Ivydale Road; Bustle faces felony trafficking and conspiracy charges while Lyons faces felony possession with intent to sell.

Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers arrested 48-year-old Lander Herber Bustle III of Ivydale Road in Harmony and 39-year-old Darran Deshawn Lyons of West Side Drive in Mocksville on felony meth charges after investigators received a tip on April 14 linking a suspicious package from California to about three pounds of crystal meth, a handgun, and a small amount of marijuana + Bustle faces charges of felony level III trafficking by possession and conspiracy + Lyons is charged with felony possession with intent to sell or deliver methamphetamine, with both set to appear in court on May 7.

East Iredell Elementary held its annual Leadership Day on Friday, drawing nearly 400 parents who saw students share presentations, performances, and bilingual readings to include non-English speakers — a sign of the school’s strong focus on leadership.

Students from all grades displayed projects in music, science, and robotics that underscored the school’s ongoing commitment to empowering every student.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville has named Kristie Barazsu as president and chief operating officer effective immediately—she brings over 20 years of health care experience and will lead the 123-bed facility as part of Duke University Health System.

Nurse Practitioner Hannah Brooke Brown has joined the Family Care Center of Statesville, part of the Iredell Physician Network, and is now accepting new patients at 1410 Fern Creek Drive.

She brings extensive experience in cardiovascular intensive care, palliative care, urgent care, free clinics, and family medicine — and aims to empower patients to make informed health decisions.

Jeff Shaw Live at Comedy Zone Mooresville

7:30-9 p.m. — Victory Lanes Entertainment and Events Center — Cost not specified — Experience an evening of laughter with stand-up comedian Jeff Shaw.

Shoals Grill Jeep Night

6-9 p.m. — Shoals Bar & Grill — Food & Drink Specials — Enjoy a fun evening with DJ Bob and fellow Jeep enthusiasts.

Muchachos Tacos Food Event

4-9 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Cost not specified — Enjoy savory tacos and refreshing drinks in a family and pup-friendly atmosphere.

Harmonic Awakening Breath & Sound Experience

4-6 p.m. — Good Soul Hot Yoga — Visit website for cost info — Immerse yourself in a journey of breathwork and live music for profound self-discovery and inner exploration.

LCA Girls Varsity Soccer Match

7-10:30 p.m. — Pine Lake Preparatory — Free entry — Witness an exciting varsity soccer match as Pine Lake Prep takes on Langtree Charter Academy.

Free Health Talk on Sleep Disorders

5:30-7 p.m. — Lake Norman Pulmonary & Sleep — Free entry — Explore insights on sleep apnea and innovative treatment options including the Inspire implant.

Tacos & Trivia Night

6-8 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Food truck prices vary — Enjoy tacos and compete in trivia while sipping on cold drinks.

Hey L’80s Concert

6:30-9:00 PM — LangTree Lake Norman — Check venue for prices — Experience the infectious energy of catchy new wave hits from the 80's.

Climbing and Conversation

5:15-7:15 p.m. — Cliff Hangers — $20 day pass — Enjoy climbing for all ages and experience levels while engaging in friendly conversation.

Local Author Launches New Thriller

4 PM — Barnes & Noble — Free entry — Discover Hope Andersen's thrilling new novel, MotherLove, with readings, Q&A, and signings.