🌱HOA Says Don't Feed Ducks + MGSD's New Chief Human Resources Officer

Hello, friends! It's Friday in Mooresville and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Today you'll read about these stories and more...

• MGSD gets a new chief human resources officer!
• Don't feed the ducks!
• Free concert!

But first, today's weather:

A.M. showers; mostly cloudy. High: 64 Low: 26.

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Here are the top three stories today in Mooresville:

1. April Kuhn is the Mooresville Graded School District's new chief human resources officer. The MGSD Board of Education announced the news recently. According to an MGSD news release. “Kuhn brings a unique skill set to MGSD as she has served in a variety of roles in support of public education,” Superintendent Jason Gardner said. “She is a fierce advocate for every child and will be an asset to our team.” Currently employed as the chief talent and equity officer for Rowan-Salisbury Schools, she will begin work with MGSD upon release from that position. According to Iredell Free News, "Kuhn said, “I am humbled and excited to serve the staff, students and families of Mooresville. I look forward to working with the stellar educators in MGSD.”'(Iredell Free News)
2. Don't feed the ducks! That's the request from the Curtis Pond neighborhood HOA. Reportedly, approximately two years ago a member used funds, without permission, to purchase 10 ducks along with food for the ducks, so they could be added to the ducks that were already residents of the neighborhood's pond. Now a total of 37 ducks call the pond home, which has caused the pond’s nitrate levels to rise. According to WSOC, "[the HOA] is investigating the misuse of funds and the association is asking homeowners not to feed the ducks or add more of them." (WSOC Charlotte)
3. You are invited to a free concert! The Lake Norman Philharmonic (LKN PHIL) is excited to perform at the Mooresville Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 1, at 7 p.m. Admission is free to the public. Free tickets are available here. Conducted by Maestro Eduardo Cedeño, this concert will feature some very special ensemble performances and a featured guest pianist will accompany the Orchestra to perform the third movement of the Mozart Piano Concerto. Hope to see you there! (Patch)

Today in Mooresville:

• Wrestling 4A State Regionals - Mooresville Senior High School (12:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Public Library: February is Black History Month! Pick up a book to celebrate Black authors from our adult fiction display at the Main Library. Be sure to also check out our "A Place for All People: Introducing the National Museum of African American History and Culture" poster exhibition to learn about the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture located in Washington, D.C. These posters highlight key artifacts that tell the rich and diverse story of the African-American experience. This poster exhibition will be on display throughout the month of February at our Main Library. (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)
• Mooresville Chamber of Commerce: Are you interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, but don’t know where to start? Join our Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program! Offered by Carolina Caring’s Center for Leadership and Learning, this 9-week program is taught by compassionate, caring staff. It's designed to ensure that graduates feel prepared and confident to begin work as a CNA right away. For more information about the program or to sign up, please call us at 828.466.0466. The next class is starting soon! (Mooresville Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Mooresville Police Department: "Teen dating violence is common, with about one in 12 high school students experiencing physical dating violence. Female students experienced higher rates of physical and sexual dating violence than male students. February is Teen Dating Violence Month." (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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