Good morning, Mooresville.

On May 3, the Harmony Volunteer Fire Department held a Chicken and Pork BBQ fundraiser at 3351 Harmony Highway where volunteers cooked more than 1,000 half chickens and over 1,800 pounds of pork — proceeds will pay for a hydraulic rescue combination tool and battery-operated power tools to equip the ladder truck as it is refurbished. The fire department will host its next BBQ fundraiser on November 1 from 10:30 a.m. until sold out.

Iredell County deputies arrested Joshua Andrew Moore and Jazmin Marie Webb Tuesday after an early morning break-in near Troutman—both suspects were found hiding in a trailer behind a home on Davis Trail Lane and face charges including burglary and assault related to a break-in near Mooresville.

Planning is underway for the 10th Annual Full Bloom Film Festival which will return to Downtown Statesville from September 11 to 13—featuring special anniversary programming and expanded community partnerships.

EnergyUnited is calling on educators to submit their Bright Idea proposals for classroom projects to win up to $2,000 and improve learning.

The cooperative will award nearly $50,000 for the 2025-2026 school year + applicants must include a budget and project plan by September 15.

DACI members observed Alcohol Awareness Month as coordinator Kristin Blumenstein presented alcohol use statistics including 488 U.S. deaths each day and links to seven cancers.

The coalition will host several outreach events for drug and alcohol education — including a DACI meeting on May 19 — and partner with health groups to offer free resources to youth and seniors.

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.

Every Saturday Live Music at The Wobbly Butt

8-11 p.m. — Victory Lanes Entertainment and Events Center — No cover charge — Enjoy a rotating lineup of live bands while sipping drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.

Painting With Maria

1-3 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — All materials provided — Unleash your creativity with Maria's fun painting class for all skill levels.

Music Bingo

7-10 p.m. — Michael Waltrip Taproom — Free entry — Test your music knowledge and luck in a fun game of bingo.

Sushi Rollin' 101

6:30-8:30 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Cost not specified — Create your own sushi while learning traditional techniques with GringoNinja.

Wednesday Night Trivia at Hoptown

7-9 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free to play — Enjoy great beers and food while testing your trivia knowledge with friends.

Payton Velligan Band Performance

6:30-9 p.m. — LangTree Lake Norman — Free entry — Enjoy a night of captivating multi-instrumental music with the Payton Velligan Band.

Climbing and Conversation

5:15-7:15 p.m. — Cliff Hangers — $20 day pass — Engage in a friendly climbing session welcoming all skill levels and backgrounds.

Open House at 119 W Maranta Road

10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — 119 W Maranta Rd, Mooresville — $474,900 — Explore a spacious 4-bedroom home in a charming neighborhood with a large screen porch and private yard.

Up Yonder Dinner Meeting

5-7 p.m. — Hickory Tavern — Email required for RSVP — Connect with fellow diners for an evening of good food and conversation.