🌱International Vulture Awareness Day​ + Students Unite For Gun Safety

Good morning, Mooresville! It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in the community today, including...

• Students unite for gun safety.
• Celebrate International Vulture Awareness Day.
• Get ready to pick those apples.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny; low humidity. High: 82 Low: 56.

Here are the top stories today in Mooresville:

1. Six hundred students at the University of North Carolina banded together to show their support for gun safety on campus. In solidarity, when the campus Bell Tower rang on Wednesday, they bowed their heads in silence in honor of their slayed professor, Zijie Yan, who was shot and killed earlier in the week by a student. According to the Mooresville Tribune, "Students who spoke at the rally described hours of terror and confusion during a lockdown and police manhunt that resulted in the arrest of Tailei Qi, 34, who has been charged with first-degree murder and having a gun on educational property." (Subscription: Mooresville Tribune)
2. Did you know that Saturday, Sept. 2 is International Vulture Awareness Day? If you would like to celebrate, head over to the Carolina Raptor Center, located at 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. According to the Carolina Raptor Center website, "There will be vulture-themed activities for all ages along the trail all day. Click here for a schedule of activities." (Carolina Raptor Center)
3. Fall is right around the corner which means it's apple picking time at Carrigan Farms. The autumn activity begins Sept. 5. Mark your calendars and gather friends and family. (Subscription: Mooresville Tribune)

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Gear up for an extraordinary day of cycling, camaraderie, and unity within our community! Mark your calendars for the Mooresville Fondo Charity Bike Ride, pedaling through Downtown Mooresville on Sept. 9. With a variety of routes designed to accommodate all riders, it's time to saddle up and pedal for a purpose, as we rally behind the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Secure your spot for this monumental event by registering here. Can't join the ride but still want to make a difference? Embrace the race atmosphere as a local sponsor, adding your cheers and support from the sidelines.

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Today in Mooresville:

Friday, September 1

• Makeup Yearbook Photos — Pine Lake Preparatory (All Day)
• Now Enrolling for upcoming Cosmetology Classes! (8:45 AM)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Police Department: "Join us for Cone with a Cop in the front parking lot of Mooresville Police Department (2847 Charlotte Highway) on Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.!" (Mooresville Police Department via Facebook)
• Mooresville Public Library: "Middle school and high school students can enjoy a variety of afterschool activities in the meeting room at our West Branch on Sept. 5 and Sept. 12 at 3:30 p.m. during Mix It Up! Choices include LEGOs, puzzles, and card and board games." (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)
• Feed NC: "Our mouths are watering! Check out this menu Chef Brendan designed for our Demos at Donoghue’s happening on Sept. 14! Tickets are $75 each and the event will be live and in-person! We’re so excited to have you in our new facility." (Feed NC via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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