🌱 Executive Car Event This Weekend + Racing Is Going To The Dogs

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• Looking for something fun to do?
• Car event this weekend!
• Racing is going to the dogs.

But first, today's weather: Mostly cloudy. High: 92 Low: 72.

Here are the top stories in Mooresville today:

1. Mark your calendars for the Clear Vision Carnival! "You're invited to join FeedNC and the Lions Club Lake Norman in Donoghue's Open Door on Tuesday, Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for fun-filled day, which will include face painting and a book fair, as well as free PlusOptix vision screening and color blindness tests. Sign-up is required to attend. Sign up here. " (Feed NC via Facebook)
2. There is an exciting Executive Car Event coming up this weekend sponsored by Audi Charlotte. The event will take place on Saturday, July 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the NASCAR Technical Institute. A portion of the event's proceeds will go to secure future NTI scholarships. There will be food trucks, vendors and sponsors, tours available and more. (WCNC)
3. Racing is officially going to the dogs! Benebone chew toys for dogs is getting into the racing game. According to PR Newswire, "Benebone, a leading USA-brand of durable chew toys for dogs, will be the primary partner of the 2021 Daytona 500 champion McDowell and the No. 34 NASCAR Cup Series team at the Pocono (Pa.) Raceway." In addition, Benebone will be an associate partner of the 2022 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series champion Zane Smith and the No. 38 Ford F-150 team also during the Pocono weekend." (PR Newswire)

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Today in Mooresville:

Thursday, July 13

• Expedition Dino Squad (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Patch: Pet Adoption In The Mooresville Area: See New Dogs, Cats & More (Mooresville Patch)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "How adorable is Miss Ella?! She dressed up to accept her (and Mooresville Police Department) 2023 Golden Post Awards award for Best Facebook Presence! The award highlights the Ella Says campaign and keeping everyone safe!" (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Feed NC: "Feed NC staff have worked tirelessly to create and provide incredible programs to help in many ways. Take a look at what’s available and maybe you’ll find something that will support you or someone you know in need." (Feed NC via Facebook)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "Heads up! Liberty Park turns into a commercial set tomorrow morning. The basketball courts, playground, shelters, and splash pad will be unavailable until noon. Thank you!" (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)
• Town of Mooresville NC: "If you need Mental Health support, you are not alone. The #988Lifeline connects millions of people with someone to talk to, someone to respond, and a safe place for help." (Town of Mooresville NC via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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