Good morning, Mooresville.

On April 21, a deputy stopped a vehicle on I-77 near mile marker 61 after a traffic violation, which led to a search that found 460.51 grams of marijuana and drug paraphernalia and resulted in the arrests of Francisco Javier Velazquez and Holly Marie O’Dowd, who each face multiple felony and misdemeanor drug charges.

Iredell County deputies charged three people after a vehicle search found 1 pound of marijuana—one woman was arrested on outstanding warrants while two face trafficking charges.

A Mooresville man was charged with trafficking cocaine & marijuana following a traffic stop, according to police reports.

Iredell County Sheriff’s Officers arrested 28-year-old Francisco Javier Velazquez of Bethel Church Road and 26-year-old Holly Marie O’Dowd of Juniper Lane on felony charges for possession with intent to sell marijuana plus misdemeanor charges for paraphernalia after stopping their vehicle for a moving violation on Interstate 77 near mile marker 61 on April 21 and setting $25,000 secured bonds with court appearances scheduled for May 12.

Iredell County deputies charged three people after a vehicle search uncovered one pound of marijuana—one woman was arrested on outstanding warrants while the other two were charged with trafficking.

Jimmy Buffett’s ‘Escape to Margaritaville’ will open next Friday, May 2 at The Green Room Community Theatre, offering a tropical musical with hits like ‘Cheeseburger in Paradise’.

The show will run through May 18 with performances on Fridays+ Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 3 p.m.

Troutman Town Manager Ron Wyatt told council that rapid residential growth is outpacing wastewater capacity, so the town will draft a moratorium on new homes.

He blamed the City of Statesville for breaking a sewer treatment promise—Troutman officials plan upgrades and rate increases to improve service.

Pine Lake Prep girls soccer team enters a new era as more than half its players are freshmen—senior captain Avery Garrett recorded 15 assists—and the team holds a record of 9 wins and 2 losses while junior striker Sadie Peterson leads with 21 goals.

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.

Music Bingo Night

7-10 p.m. — Michael Waltrip Taproom — Free entry — Test your music knowledge and luck for a chance to win prizes.

Name the Music!

7-10 p.m. — Wobbly Butt Taproom & Eatery — Cost information unavailable — Test your music knowledge in a fun-filled night of tunes.

Wednesday Music Bingo at Kilted Buffalo

9-11 p.m. — Kilted Buffalo — Free to play — Enjoy a lively night of music bingo with prizes and great drinks.

Community Pet Food Pantry

3-6 p.m. — Lake Norman Humane — Free assistance — Help keep pets in their homes with donated pet food for Iredell County residents.