🌱Bubba Wallace Changes Numbers + Loss By Suicide Support Group

Morning, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in Mooresville today. Let's have at it...

First, today's weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 88 Low: 64.

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Here are the top five stories in Mooresville today:

1. Change is here! According to ESPN, "Bubba Wallace is switching numbers, just like his famous car owner Michael Jordan did. Wallace will drive the No. 45 Toyota for 23XI Racing the rest of the season instead of his usual No. 23." The team announced the move Wednesday. The switch was made because the No. 45 car, previously driven the by the injured Kurt Busch, is competing for the owners championship. (ESPN)
2. If you’re looking to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your life, look no further than these Mooresville area shelters for a pet you can take home. About 6.5 million pets are taken in each year by animal pounds nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. However, only around half of all shelter pets are adopted each year, according to ASPCA data. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Mooresville area — are still waiting for their forever homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week’s list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you’re looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family.(Mooresville Patch)
3. September is National Suicide Prevention Month! To help those who have lost someone close to them to suicide Carolina Caring is offering an eight-week Loss by Suicide online support group beginning Sept. 7 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. The group will continue to meet every Wednesday in September and October. According to the Mooresville Tribune, the group intends to serve as a safe, compassionate place for healing. This virtual group will meet via Zoom, but space is limited and registration is required. To register, visit carolinacaring.org/support, email wspurling@carolinacaring.org or call 828-466-0466, ext. 3201. Carolina Caring serves Iredell County and 11 other counties across western North Carolina and the Charlotte region. For information, call 828-466-0466 or visit carolinacaring.org. (Mooresville Tribune)
4. A North Carolina solar company blames its partner for safety devices that blew up, costing it millions. (Charlotte Observer)
5. North Carolina's highest court again weighs in on a school funding case. (Mooresville Tribune)

Today in Mooresville:

• Makeup Photos - Seniors, K-8 - Pine Lake Preparatory (All day)
• Volleyball @ Hickory Ridge - Mooresville Senior High School (4:30 p.m.)
• Men's Soccer @ West Rowan - Mooresville Senior High School (5:30 p.m.)
• Historic Preservation Commission - Town of Mooresville (6 p.m.)
• JV Football @ West Rowan - Mooresville Senior High School (6 p.m.)
• Autumn Variety Show - Mooresville Senior High School (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Police Department: "Since January 1, 93 vehicle breaking and entering incidences involving 157 vehicles have been reported to MPD. In these incidences, 24 firearms were stolen from vehicles (15 of these stolen since July 1). Help deter crime and protect yourself!" (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Mooresville Police Department: "Remember to slow down in school zones!
  School zones are put in place to ensure the safety of children in and around schools. The speed limit in school zones may be significantly lower than what is posted on other areas of the same roadway. Speeding in a school zone is penalized with a $250 fine along with a three-point penalty on your driver license. Help keep our students and roadways safe!" (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Red Cart Project: Addressing ‘period poverty’ (Fox 46 Charlotte)
• Mooresville Police Department: "Mayor Atkins and Town of Mooresville staff completed a two-day suicide prevention training this week. Did you know that September is National Suicide Prevention Month? Learn more about Suicide prevention at 988lifeline.org." (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Mooresville Public Library: "Children of all ages are invited to join us for LEGO Club on September 9 at 6 p.m. This program will allow children to connect with other builders and work on creating different structure. They can let their creativity flow." (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)
• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: "We are so excited to have made it into the TOP 3 FINALIST for the 2022 Normy awards for Best Summer Camp and we are aiming for 5 years in a row at the Mooresville Golf Club for Best Public Course! Head to www.lakenormanpublications.com to vote." (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Karena Garrity

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