🌱'Black Mooresville: The Untold Story' + Teacher Assistant Charged

Hello all. I'm back with your fresh copy of the Mooresville Daily. Keep reading for the most important things happening in town these days, including updates on...

• Free premiere of "Black Mooresville: The Untold Story."
• A contracted teacher assistant at an elementary school was found with open alcohol.
• Get out and see these open houses!

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Here are the top three stories today in Mooresville:

1. Are you a history buff who craves to learn more? On February 11 at 2 p.m. at the Charles Mack Citizen Center located 215 N. Main Street, "Black Mooresville: The Untold Story" will debut. The premiere is free to attend. According to a Town of Mooresville Facebook post, the documentary gives residents the chance to learn about the Black community’s integral role in Mooresville." This event includes a 60-minute documentary, follow-up discussion and displays of photographs and memorabilia. Refreshments will be provided. Hope to see you there! (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
2. The saying, "if you see something say something," came into play Tuesday at Shepherd Elementary School in Mooresville when Jessica Sue Proctor, who was a contracted teacher assistant at the school, allegedly "smelled of alcohol," according to WBTV. Once made aware of the situation the principal reportedly promptly called the county resource officer and Proctor was found to be "impaired." "An open bottle was found in her purse, which deputies say students could have easily accessed." She was then "charged with misdemeanor possession of alcohol on a school campus and misdemeanor child neglect." Proctor reportedly had only worked at the school for two days. The school sent out a letter to parents explaining that at no time was any child left alone with Proctor. (WBTV)
3. Here are two Mooresville area open houses worth a look. Ready to see what's out there? To jump-start your search, we've compiled a list of the two recently listed open houses scheduled in the Mooresville area. That way, you can get a feel for what's out there prior to making the big decision. Here are the addresses, photos, prices and bedroom/bath information for all properties listed — such as one with 4 beds and 3 baths for $435,500, and another with 4 beds and 5 baths for $924,999. (Mooresville Patch)

Today in Mooresville:

• 5th Grade Play - Pine Lake Preparatory (12:00 AM)
• Dress Down Day - Pine Lake Preparatory (12:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: "Participate in this fellowship opportunity at the Selma Burke Recreation Center, and the Winnie Hooper Recreation Center." (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Feed NC: "Wondering how the PhytoRx program ended up? Take a look and go follow HealthReach Community Clinic for more updates and information! They're one of FeedNC's Community Partners and we're so proud to be helping the community along side them!" (Feed NC via Facebook)
• Mooresville Public Library: "Knitting experts, beginners, and everyone in between are invited to join us for Knitting Group on the first and third Thursday of every month at the Main Library! Upcoming dates include February 2 and February 16 at 1 p.m." (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Karena Garrity

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