🌱Bicycling Network Plan+ Environmental Protection Committee Needs You

Hello, 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 in town, including news on:

• Mooresville needs people to serve on the Environmental Protection Committee.
• There’s a new driver for TRICON.
• Mooresville makes cyclists happy!

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Here are the top stories in Mooresville today:

1. According to a recent Facebook post on The Town of Mooresville page, "the town is looking for dedicated residents willing to serve on the Environmental Protection Committee. It consists of eight members appointed by the Town Board of Commissioners. Interested? Visit https://www.mooresvillenc.gov/.../environmental... for more information and to apply." (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
2. A 16-year-old will be driving the No. 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro. for TRICON Garage. According to SpeedwayMedia.com, " (TRICON) announced today that it has signed William Sawalich to drive in six NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races throughout the 2023 season. The 16-year-old driver will pilot the No. 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro. The Eden Prairie, Minnesota native recently announced a 20-race ARCA slate with Joe Gibbs Racing, including plans to pursue the ARCA Menards Series East championship." Congratulations William!(SpeedwayMedia.com)
3. A decade-long plan has been approved by the Mooresville commissioners to create a low-stress, connected, convenient, bicycling network. According to the Iredell Free News, "the town is currently home to 2.2 miles of multi-use paths and 7 miles of bike lanes. Three other projects are currently in development. The Pedal Mooresville Bicycle Plan includes 12 priority projects — and many more — which would greatly increase opportunities for cyclists to safely move around the town, which was identified as a priority in the One Mooresville Plan." Happy biking! (Iredell Free News)

From my notebook:

• Local History of Mooresville NC: "From Local History & Archives at MPL: Continuing with the #Mooresville150 and our look back at #textiles and the Mooresville Cotton Mill, today's images are of the people who once worked in the mill. " (Local History of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Mooresville Police Department: "January is National Stalking Awareness Month. Stalking is a prevalent form of violence and often goes unrecognized. Most times, they’re portrayed as shadowy strangers or secret admirers. But the vast majority actually know their victims and are primarily intimate partners or acquaintances. If you or someone you know is being stalked, call Mooresville Police Department at 704-664-3311." (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "Looking for a job? Think Mooresville Fire-Rescue Find out how to apply below ." (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: "Come meet members of the community and see what resources are available for you and your athlete." (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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