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Mooresville
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Mooresville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On July 10, Lake Norman Lucky Cats volunteers spayed or neutered 34 free-roaming cats in the Mill Village to control the growing population—another clinic is scheduled later this month to help more animals. Mooresville Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mooresville police arrested James Joel Letarte, 67, on multiple child sexual exploitation charges after investigators received a tip and found evidence on devices seized during a July 11 search warrant at his home & he was rearrested on Wednesday and is now held at Iredell County Jail without bond. Iredell Free News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Iredell County Public Library now accepts vendor applications for Write Local: Iredell Author Fair, a literary event scheduled for September 27 from 1—4 p.m. at the Statesville library. Applications close on July 25 and accepted vendors will be notified by August 1. Iredell Free News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its July 7 meeting, Mooresville commissioners approved a memorandum with Lowe's Home Centers to secure property for a future Fire Station 7 on the town's southern side and set plans to pursue a $16 million limited obligation bond for park upgrades and library renovations. The board expects the bond to close by Aug. 28 — officials say the financing will not require a tax increase. Mooresville Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Frye Regional Medical Center welcomed 24 new graduate nurses at a signing day event today as they signed letters of intent+accepted their employment offers and began onboarding activities across several hospital departments. The new hires, drawn from various colleges, mark the start of their careers as they transition from student to practicing health care professionals. WHKY
- ➤ Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital celebrated the grand re-opening of its Gift Shop with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by President and COO Kristie Barazsu—attended by hospital leadership and volunteers. The shop, located near the visitor entrance and Market Coffee Shop, now offers a range of gifts, cards, jewelry, and personal care items with a portion of sales benefiting hospital community projects. Iredell Free News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wayne Harwell, a 46-year veteran umpire, has been chosen by Babe Ruth International to lead crews in the upcoming 9- and 11-year-old World Series tournaments. He will depart for Alabama on July 31, return on August 10 plus fly to New Jersey on August 15 while his decades in baseball show his lasting impact on youth sports. Iredell Free News
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Homeschool Bowling Club Payments
1-3 p.m. — Victory Lanes Entertainment and Events Center — $8.20 — Enjoy a fun bowling session for homeschool families.
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Open House in Reid's Cove
5-7 p.m. — 104 Hemlock Cv Ct, Mooresville, NC — Free entry — Discover this immaculate home with lake access featuring a spacious open-concept layout and five bedrooms.
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Temple Kol Tikvah Indoor Picnic 2025
12-3 p.m. — Victory Lanes Entertainment and Events Center — Tickets from $0.00 to $20.00 — Enjoy a delightful indoor picnic with friends and family in a vibrant setting.
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Music Bingo Night
7-10 p.m. — Michael Waltrip Taproom — Free entry — Come test your music knowledge and luck in a fun-filled bingo night.
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VfB Stuttgart Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — Mazeppa Park — Tickets available — Participate in various soccer camps tailored for different age groups.
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Tacos & Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Cost varies — Enjoy delicious tacos and test your trivia skills while enjoying craft beers.
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5th Sin Bistro + Music Bingo
5-9 p.m. — King Canary Brewing Co. — Family friendly — Enjoy burgers and music bingo while sipping on wine and cider.
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In-Person Free Robotics and Math Workshop for Kids
11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Aloft Mooresville — Free entry — Engage your child in an exciting day of robotics and math fun.
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The Bite Food Truck Event
1-6 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy smash burgers and fries alongside craft drinks at this family- and pup-friendly gathering.
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Monday Night Trivia with Joe
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy beer with friends during trivia night.
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