Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Mooresville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nancy Keith received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award at the Farm City Week Banquet on Tuesday, honored by her former work family for her many years in agriculture. The ceremony celebrated her lifelong commitment to farming — a passion that has helped drive a $600 million local economic impact. Iredell Free News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Iredell Arts Council awarded $64,152 to 12 grassroots arts organizations on Tuesday through its Grassroots Arts Grant program—groups supporting music, theatre, visual arts and youth engagement celebrated the funding at a local social event. The grants will help boost arts programming, education and community access across Iredell County. Iredell Free News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Mooresville Graded School District hosted its first LEGO League Regional Qualifying Tournament on November 15 at Selma Burke Middle School with over 160 students and coaches taking part in STEAM judging sessions and a Robot Game competition. Awards were given for achievements like Engineering Design and Motivate—highlighting strong support from community partner Corvid Technologies. Iredell Free News
- ➤ Mooresville business owner Bob Gates was honored as North Carolina Champion of Education on Nov. 12 for his long-standing support of public schools (including scholarships, career programs, and efforts to revive the masonry program). His work with the Mooresville Foundation for Excellence in Education has been a key factor in expanding opportunities for local students. Mooresville Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pine Lake Prep’s girls cross country team won its first state championship while the boys finished third at states, marking record seasons for both teams—Coach Gary Fravel said the strong finishes, with the girls’ top five runners among 136, set up a promising outlook for next season. Mooresville Citizen
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Copperline Reboot Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — Wobbly Butt Taproom & Eatery — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of music with Copperline Reboot at this popular local venue.
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The Bite Food Truck Event
1-6 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — Family friendly — Enjoy delicious smash burgers, fries, and a variety of beverages in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Line Dance Class
6-8 p.m. — Talbert Recreation Center — $5 — Enjoy fun and fitness with dance every Monday evening.
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Sushi Rolling Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — King Canary Brewing — All you can eat — Create your own sushi and learn the art of rolling with GringoNinja.
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Line Dance Class
6-8 p.m. — Talbert Recreation Center — $5 cash or CashApp — Enjoy fun and fitness with The GlowGetters Soul Steppas in a welcoming environment.
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SoulFire Live at The Barrel
7-9 p.m. — THE BARREL — Enjoy an evening of mellow, soulful tunes and great wine in a cozy setting.
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Ben Gatlin Band Live at Wobbly Butt
6-9 p.m. — Wobbly Butt Taproom & Eatery — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with the Ben Gatlin Band in a local favorite spot.
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Monday Music Bingo at Gold Leaf Cigar Lounge
7-9 p.m. — Gold Leaf Cigar Lounge — Free to play — Enjoy smooth vibes and music bingo with prizes every Monday night.
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Tuesday & Thursday Cycling Club at Hoptown
6:00-8:00 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Free entry — Join a no-drop cycling club that welcomes all skill levels and promotes safety.
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Wednesday Night Trivia at Hoptown
7-9 p.m. — Hoptown Brewing Company — Food truck available — Grab a friend for a fun-filled trivia night with great beer and food.
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