🌱 $50,000 Grant For A New Playground + Need A New Job?

Hello there, Mooresville. I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including news on:

• The Town of Mooresville has job openings.
• Grant from Lowe's for playground.
• Good luck Rette Jones Racing.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny. High: 88 Low: 60.

Here are the top stories today in Mooresville:

1. Looking for a new job? The Mooresville Public Operations Department has a variety of positions open right now including Traffic Control & Signals supervisor. Apply now! (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
2. Lowe's helps kids get out and play. The home improvement store has given a grant of $50,000 to South Elementary School to refurbish its playground. According to Iredell Free News, "The upgrades will serve the school’s 400 students by providing a new playground structure to replace the rusted, moldy and corroded structures that are no longer used." (Iredell Free News)
3. Mooresville's own Rette Jones Racing and driver Frankie Muniz are making the trip to New York to battle the final road course race of the season in today's General Tire 100 at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International. Good luck! (SpeedwayMedia.com)

Our local sponsor has some great stuff to offer:

Gear up for an extraordinary day of cycling, camaraderie, and unity within our community! Mark your calendars for the Mooresville Fondo Charity Bike Ride, pedaling through Downtown Mooresville on September 9th. With a variety of routes designed to accommodate all riders, it's time to saddle up and pedal for a purpose, as we rally behind the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Secure your spot for this monumental event by registering here. Can't join the ride but still want to make a difference? Embrace the race atmosphere as a local sponsor, adding your cheers and support from the sidelines.

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From my notebook:

• Mooresville Police Department: "The "dip in temperatures" we are supposed to be having this week gave our Traffic Unit a chance to break out the Hot Car Thermometer at today's Car Seat Check event. Within a few minutes, the temperature inside this vehicle was almost 20 degrees higher than the outside temperature. Within 50 minutes, the temperature inside the vehicle was 136! Remember never leave children or fur babies alone in a car! " (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Visit Mooresville NC: "Downtown Mooresville is filled with unique shops, mouth-watering dining, fun events, and Instagram moments!" (Visit Mooresville NC via Instagram)
• Feed NC: "The produce is producing! Mimi’s Garden is not only giving us delicious fruits, vegetables and herbs to be used in Grassroots Grocery and Donoghue's Open Door, but it’s also a peaceful and mindful place where love and compassion grows!" (Feed NC via Facebook)

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• Taxes in Retirement Seminar on August 17th and 22nd at North County Regional Library (August 22)
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• As temperatures increase, so does roach activity! (Details)
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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Karena Garrity

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