Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Mooresville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lake Norman BookPalooza will take place on Saturday, April 25 at Liberty Park (255 E. Iredell Ave), featuring over 50 authors, 35 vendors, and family-friendly activities. The free festival, co-sponsored by Fred and June’s Books and the town, benefits the nonprofit Books on the House which expands free book access. Mooresville Citizen
- ➤ EnergyUnited Foundation donated over $200,000 in Q1 2026 to support nonprofits, individuals, and families with urgent needs in the service area, including a $10,000 grant to A Storehouse for Jesus for food aid and $5,000 to Children’s Hope Alliance for crisis support. Iredell Free News
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Fourth Creek Rotary Club and District Attorney’s Office honored Candy Feimster of Dove House Children’s Advocacy Center with the Service Above Self Award — recognizing her 24 years supporting children and families through the court process. Iredell Free News
- ➤ The Laura Laws Memorial Golf Tournament (in its 23rd year) will take place Sept. 17 at Statesville Country Club; the event will raise funds for student scholarships and honor Laura Laws’ dedication to golf and helping children. Iredell Free News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Town of Mooresville has announced the return of the Rock the Park Summer Concert Series, which will take place from May through September at Liberty Park and feature free Friday shows with live music, food vendors and family-friendly fun. Iredell Free News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Becky Wagner is retiring from Iredell Health System after more than 40 years in nursing — her long career has made a lasting impact on local health care and is celebrated by colleagues in the community. Mooresville Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday’s high school softball games showed strong performances across local conferences — Hibriten scored 16—6 against East Burke, Bunker Hill led with 13, and Northwestern matchups featured Alexander Central and South Caldwell posting scores of 12 and 13 respectively. WHKY
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Lake Norman Philharmonic Spring Concert
7 p.m. - 1 a.m. — The Charles Mack Citizen Center — Free entry — Celebrate spring with an evening of iconic movie music performed live by the Lake Norman Philharmonic.
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Polyvagal Theory Workshop: Nervous System Regulation
1-3 p.m. — Lifeworks Chiropractic — Free entry — Explore tools for nervous system regulation and stress management through somatic practices.
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Spay/Neuter Clinic
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM — Lake Norman Humane — Appointment required — Ensure your pets are spayed or neutered with a convenient transport service.
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Iredell Senior Games: Doubles Bowling
2:00 PM — New Victory Lanes — $4/game including shoes — Experience the excitement of doubles bowling during the Iredell Senior Games.
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Topsail Steamer Seafood Boil & Brews
4-7:30 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Ticket required — Experience a hands-on seafood boil with fresh catches and local brews!
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Pine Lake Prep Girls Varsity Soccer Match
6-7:45 p.m. — Community School of Davidson — Free entry — Catch the Pine Lake Prep girls take on CSD in an exciting varsity soccer showdown.
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Bunco Night at Hoptown Brewing
7-10 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Roll the dice and enjoy great brews in this fun and social dice game event.
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Let's Talk Veins Mooresville
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — USA Vein Clinics - Mooresville — Free entry — Get a free vein screening and enjoy a complimentary lunch while learning about vein health solutions.
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Lake Norman Charter vs. Pine Lake Prep Girls Varsity Soccer Match
6-7:45 p.m. — Pine Lake Preparatory — Free entry — Watch as Pine Lake Prep hosts Lake Norman Charter in an exciting conference showdown.
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Spay/Neuter Clinic at Lake Norman Animal Shelter
6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Lake Norman Humane — Pre-payment required — Ensure your pets are healthy and help control pet overpopulation at this efficient and organized clinic.
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