🌱NASCAR's Burton ‘Student For A Day’ +Where's Best Place To Work?

Happy Friday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Mooresville today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and hot. High: 94 Low: 68.

Here are the top three stories today in Mooresville:

1. The NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville has two reasons to celebrate! Number one, it has been recognized as the“Best Place to Work” (over 50 employees) in Iredell County! Number two, it will be celebrating its 20th anniversary in July. The Institute opened in 2002 and has since expanded its program offerings to include not only automotive motorsport technical training but also CNC Machining and Welding Technology. (Speedway Digest)
2. Shoplifters at a Tractor Supply led Mooresville Police on a police chase Tuesday afternoon. The chase ended in a collision with three other vehicles. Four suspects fled on foot following the accident and were apprehended shortly after. They were taken to Lake Norman Regional Medical Center with minor injuries. Christopher Mark Beeler, 47, was charged with felony conspiracy, felony larcenyband was served with an outstanding warrant for absconding probation. Lionel Jay Thomas, 53, was charged with felony conspiracy, felony larceny, habitual larceny, resist, delay, or obstruction of a law enforcement officer, and was served with eight outstanding warrants for arrest. Kandy Michelle Poole, 49, was charged with felony flee to elude, felony conspiracy, felony larceny, resist, delay, or obstruction of a law enforcement officer, and several other traffic-related charges. The fourth suspect was not charged. (WBTV)
3. NASCAR driver Harrison Burton learned about the school's Ford FACT program, when he became a "student for a day" at the NASCAR Technical Institute. The advanced training program for automotive technicians taught Burton, who is currently 28th in the Cup Series, a little more about the technology of the cars. He currently drives the No. 21 car for Wood Brothers Racing Ford. The day was part of a Ford initiative to help the company recruit more certified automotive technicians. (WCNC.com)

From our sponsor:

Today’s newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Whether you're working from home or streaming your favorite movies, the new Ring Alarm Pro gives you an internet connection you can count on — while simultaneously keeping your home safe and secure.

To learn more about the innovative security system, or to build your own custom system, you can visit Ring here.

Today in Mooresville:

• Older American's Month Picnic - Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce (11 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Mooresville Police Department: "Caution: Sinkhole starting to form on the intersection between Statesville Hwy/115 and Mazeppa Road. DOT is on the way." (Facebook)
• Mooresville Police Department: "Thank you O’Charley’s for surprising us with a delicious meal." (Facebook)
• Local History of Mooresville NC: "Join us for a quick virtual tour of the local history and archives room at Mooresville Public Library. To learn more, come by and see us!"(Facebook)
• Mooresville Parks & Recreation: "Curiosity meets science lovers! Explore environmental science through indoor and outdoor adventures and interactive activities. Things may get a little messy as we test our experiments, so wear clothes that can get a little slimy."(Facebook)
• Feed NC: "If you aren’t able to join us for Gather at the Table (formerly LobsterFest), you can still make a difference! Click the link to end hunger in your community!" (Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Bin There Dump That — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (May 21)
• Taxes in Retirement Webinar (May 25)
• IN-PERSON EVENT ~ Top 10 Divorce Mistakes and How to Avoid Them ~ Vesta's Charlotte, NC Hub (June 1)
• Add your event

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you soon.

— Karena Garrity

About me: Journalism runs in my veins! I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love Mooresville and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Mooresville Daily? Contact me at karena.garrity@patch.com