🌱Cash 5 Big Winner Almost Didn't Happen + Good Luck Wildcats!

Welcome back, Mooresville! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. In today's newsletter, you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Cash 5 big winner!
• Good luck Wildcats!
• Open houses are the way to go!

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Here are the top three stories in Mooresville today:

1. David Lewandowski of Mooresville is $218,613 (well actually after required federal and state tax withholdings, he took home $155,762) richer after his Cash 5 win, which almost didn't happen. He went to purchase a ticket for the Sunday jackpot, but admittedly wasn't paying attention, so he didn't do it correctly and had to go back again on Monday to complete his transaction and that's when he matched all five numbers and became a winner! Reportedly, Lewandowski is going to use some of his winnings to put a down payment on a vacation condo. (Mooresville Tribune)
2. Congratulations to the Lake Norman High School basketball team as it triumphed over the Warriors defeating the defending 4A state champions 74-60 on Tuesday night. Next up, the second-round game between the Wildcats and Eagles tonight. Good luck Wildcats. We are rooting for you! (Statesville Record & Landmark)
3. Using the internet to shop for a home can make you feel like you're going in circles. While listing photographs can help, they're no replacement for the real thing. That’s why open houses are so convenient: A chance to try before you buy! Ready to start hunting? To jump-start your search, we've put together a list of the five recently listed open houses scheduled in the Mooresville area. That way, you can get a feel for what's available without committing to a house blindly. Here is an address, photo, price and bedroom/bath information for each property listed — such as a home with 5 beds and 4 baths for $695,000, and another with 5 beds and 3 baths for $599,900. (Mooresville Patch)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Police Department: "It has been a pleasure hosting The Billy Graham LEO Chaplain Training this week. We look forward to hosting this again next year." (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "In need of a new book to read? Check out the sale at Mooresville Public Library " (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Feed NC: "Did you know? FeedNC’s Culinary Job Training Program has had 38 students graduate to date!" (Feed NC via Facebook)
• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: " Registration for the Mooresville Parks & Recreation Summer Camps begins March 13. Swim lesson registration begins on April 10. To view / download a complete version of this guide." (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Mooresville Public Library: "The Mooresville Public Library is looking for bilingual individuals interested in a 12 week paid internship/work experience opportunity. Click here for more information: https://bit.ly/mplinternship" (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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