Good morning, Mooresville.

Thanks to donations from many local supporters, United Way of Iredell County reached 94% of its 2024–2025 giving campaign goal by raising $863,826 of the $925,342 target.

The effort supports 57 local nonprofits that help people in need and asks donors to contribute before the campaign ends.

Troutman will hold its 20th Annual Independence Day Parade on June 28 with a start at 11 a.m. along Main Street/Highway 21—veterans and active-duty military can join the float as Grand Marshal.

A fireworks show will take place on July 3 at Iredell County Fairgrounds—gates open at 6:30 p.m. with fireworks beginning around 9:30 p.m.

The N.C. State Highway Patrol said a 2002 Chevrolet S-10 truck lost control on I-77 south near mile marker 39 Friday night when speed and impairment contributed to the crash that struck a tree and killed Conover resident Timmy Hillard Hartsoe Jr.+ the truck’s driver, Floyd Dale Davis II of Newton, was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and I-77 was closed for two hours.

At about 8:20 p.m. on May 30, troopers responded to a crash on I-77 South near mile marker 39 in Iredell County when a 39-year-old man allegedly speeding while driving impaired lost control of his 2002 Chevrolet S-10—resulting in non-life-threatening injuries to him and the fatal injury of his 43-year-old passenger, with charges pending.

Troutman Police arrested three suspects after traffic stops on Charlotte Highway on May 28 and 29; a man aged 29 faced drug charges after fentanyl was found during a stop, a man aged 41 was charged after officers discovered methamphetamine in his vehicle, and a man aged 35 faced gun charges after a stolen Ruger pistol was found — his bond was set at $7,500.

Third Creek Elementary School held a ceremony on the last day of school to dedicate a bench in memory of teacher Michael Gerycz, who passed away earlier this year.

His family, staff and students gathered to honor his legacy, and his sisters (wearing Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys) joined the event to remember his lasting impact on learning.

Monday Night Trivia with Joe

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your trivia skills while enjoying a variety of beers and cocktails.

On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Terrabella Lake Norman — Free entry — Explore a top-rated senior living community featuring exceptional care and dining options.

Wednesday Night Trivia at Hoptown

7-9 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled trivia night with food trucks and a variety of beers on tap.

Music Trivia - Name That Tune

7-11 p.m. — Boondoggler's Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your music knowledge across multiple genres and win prizes in a fun trivia night.

Lobster Dogs at King Canary Brewing

4-9 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Tasty seafood rolls and refreshing drinks — Enjoy amazing lobster, crab, and shrimp rolls along with great beverages.

Fried Stuff With Cheese Event

1-6 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Beer & food available — Enjoy smash burgers, chicken sandwiches, and mozzarella sticks from a food truck.

Monday Music Bingo

7-9 p.m. — Gold Leaf Cigar Lounge — Free to play — Enjoy smooth vibes and music while competing for prizes at Music Bingo Night.

Cycle Club at Hoptown

6:00-8:00 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Join a no-drop cycling club with varied pace groups every Tuesday and Thursday evening.

Sit. Stay. Laugh. Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Victory Lanes Entertainment and Events Center — $20.50 total — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the comedic stylings of J Bliss.

Rattle and Hum

6:30-9 p.m. — LangTree Lake Norman — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of U2 hits performed by an acclaimed tribute band.