🌱 Local Group Volunteers At FeedNC + 4th Of July Fireworks Safety

Hello, Mooresville. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Humid; a strong p.m. thunderstorm. High: 88 Low: 69.

Here are the top three stories in Mooresville today:

1. On Wednesday, Team Penske's Media and Event group displayed remarkable community spirit by volunteering at FeedNC, a local charity. The team diligently sorted through a whopping 3,800 pounds of unexpected food donations, assisted as Grocery Guides and Cart Patrol, helped at Donoghue’s Open Door, and even detailed FeedNC’s vans and cleaned the warehouse. FeedNC expressed immense gratitude to Team Penske for their invaluable contribution to supporting neighbors in need in the LKN area. (Feed NC via Facebook)
2. As the Fourth of July approaches, Fire Marshal Jason "Woody" Workman of Mooresville cautions residents and visitors to exercise vigilance to avoid accidents, burns and even fatalities due to fireworks. He emphasizes that fireworks led to over 19,000 fires and sent more than 9,000 people to the ER in the US in 2018, and advises attending professional shows for a safer experience. Moreover, Woody recommends the use of glow sticks as an alternative to sparklers, which can reach 1,200°F, and shares safety tips such as buying fireworks from reliable vendors, keeping a hose or bucket of water nearby, and never allowing children to handle fireworks. (Mooresville North Carolina)
3. In an impressive display of racing prowess, Kyle Larson, a Mooresville resident, secured his third consecutive top-five finish at Nashville Superspeedway during last weekend's NASCAR Cup Series. Skillfully leveraging pit cycles and showcasing remarkable speed in the final run, Larson clinched fifth place in the intense 300-lap race. Notably, the 30-year-old driver has a history of success at this Tennessee venue, with a victory in 2021 and a fourth-place finish on the 1.33-mile oval in 2022. (Speedway Media)

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Today in Mooresville:

• Women's Coffee And Chat At South Iredell Senior Center (10:00 AM)
• Beats & Blends For Hope At Overflow (6:00 PM)
• Peter Pan Presented By Piedmont School Of Music & Dance At Mooresville Performing Arts Center (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Piedmont Animal Rescue in Mooresville is inviting those seeking to add a furry companion to their lives to consider adopting from their shelter. With millions of animals nationwide entering shelters each year and only about half being adopted, the shelter hosts a variety of cats and dogs, including kittens and puppies, looking for their forever homes. (Mooresville Patch)
• The Main Library in Mooresville, North Carolina, is hosting a thrilling Summer Escape Room event on Jul. 13, with sessions at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m., where adults and teens can engage in brain-teasing puzzles and enhance their communication skills. Each four one-hour sessions accommodates ten participants, and registration is required through the library's website. (Mooresville Public Library via Facebook)
• Mooresville Parks & Recreation is making a final call for votes as it vies for the title of "Best Summer Camp" in the CURRENTS’ 2023 Best of Lake Norman Awards. With only two days remaining, supporters are urged to cast their ballots online by navigating to question #24 on the survey. (Mooresville Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll see you around!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.