Morning
Mooresville
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Mooresville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 27, 2025, the Chamber’s First Responders Appreciation Day at Mooresville Ford treated over 300 first responders to a catered barbecue lunch and raised $20,000 for Mitchell Community College’s First Responder Foundation; the event will return on Oct. 26. Mooresville Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School board members, local leaders and community members broke ground Tuesday on the new Parkertown Elementary School at 218 Parkertown Road in Mooresville — the building is designed to serve 720 students with modern facilities like a gymnasium and media center and will open in fall 2027. Iredell Free News
- ➤ A new county report shows child care costs nearing $11,000 per child are straining families, as only 80 licensed programs serve 2,000 of over 10,000 local children—leaving a gap in care. The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children launches hotlines and job boards to help families access support. Iredell Free News
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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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Wednesday Music Bingo Night
9-11 p.m. — The Kilted Buffalo — Free to play — Enjoy a lively evening of music bingo with chances to win prizes and great drinks.
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Radio Nowhere Live at Wobbly Butt Taproom
6-10 p.m. — Wobbly Butt Taproom & Eatery — Free entry — Support local music with Radio Nowhere as they bring their sound back to Mooresville.
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Public Speaking Confidence Workshop
6:30-7:30 p.m. — New Victory Lanes — Free entry — Enhance communication skills and boost leadership confidence with supportive guidance.
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Spay/Neuter Clinic at Lake Norman Animal Shelter
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM — Lake Norman Humane — Reservations required — Ensure your pet's health with a safe spay/neuter service.
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Wednesday Music Bingo Night
9-11 p.m. — The Kilted Buffalo — Free to play — Enjoy a lively music bingo night with prizes and great drinks.
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Friday Karaoke Fun at Kilted Buffalo
9 PM – 12 AM — Kilted Buffalo Langtree — Free to sing — Enjoy a lively night belting out your favorite tunes with friends in a fun atmosphere.
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Lake Norman Humane Community Day
11 AM – 5 PM — Lake Norman Humane — Free entry — Enjoy local vendors, games, food trucks, and activities for the whole family.
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BUNCO Night at Hoptown Brewing
7-10 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Roll the dice, sip brews, and enjoy an entertaining evening with friends and neighbors.
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Public Speaking Confidence Workshop
6:30-7:30 p.m. — New Victory Lanes — Free entry — Enhance your public speaking skills and leadership abilities in a supportive environment.
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