Mooresville NC News

A special Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education (ISS) meeting was held Wednesday, June 24. Three members on the school board, again requested seating Matthew Youngblood, who had been sworn in to his position on the school board Tuesday, June 23. The swearing in was done by a notary public who lives in  District 2, the district that has been missing a board member since January 30, 2026, when Kevin Angell resigned from his position.         Anita Kurn attempted several times to read the ISS policy for replacing a school board member after a seat is vacated. However, even though Kurn asked for permission to speak to read the policy, the acting board chair, Doug Knight, continually interrupted Kurn as she read the policy. The policy verified that the board was not following the law in failing to seat Youngblood even though he had been sworn in. A motion and a second was made to add the seating of Youngblood to the meeting ag...

How are NC Legislators planning to change election laws for Iredell County residents?    HB 1035, formerly SB 818, has been recently amended to change the method of replacing Iredell County school board members who vacate their position on the board if the person chosen is not accepted by remaining school board members. Until now, the political party of the board member who vacated his or her seat has had the authority to select a new board member when a vacancy occurred. Now NC legislators seek to take away the control of selecting a new person from the corresponding political party of the member who left and  giving that authority to the clerk of superior court. This would occur if there was any failure of the board to seat a selected board member. In other words, if the school board members did not agree with the selection, an appointee would select a new board member. In my opinion, this is taking away the voting rights of every voting resident in any district wh...

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — On June 18, 2026, at approximately 12:29 p.m., Mooresville Police Department officers responded to 142 Serviceberry Way in reference to a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim, 46, on the ground suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately rendered aid until Mooresville Fire Department and Iredell EMS personnel arrived on the scene. The victim was subsequently transported to Carolinas Medical Center Main with serious injuries. Mooresville Police Department detectives responded and assumed control of the investigation. The suspect was identified as Benjamin Guerrero, 36, of Saginaw, Texas. He was located at the scene and initially detained by responding officers. Following the investigation, Guerrero was placed under arrest and charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury with Intent to Kill. This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the ...

Two weeks ago we tried the new waffle house in Troutman. Very helpful and friendly staff. Food came fast and tasted great it has a great ambiance. The could have a high score of 8 benni points but they served unfiltered water. That tasted like a swimming pool. Please get a water filter installed so you would be able to get a high score of 8 benni points.

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Effective immediately, the Town of Mooresville is transitioning to enhanced Stage 2 water conservation measures to reduce nonessential water use and protect long-term water supply reliability. These measures align with surrounding municipalities that also draw water from the Catawba-Wateree System. The following restrictions apply to all customers served by the Town’s water system:   Mandatory watering schedules: Now through May 31: Outside irrigation is restricted to 6 p.m. - 6 a.m., daily. The Town will issue warnings to residents and businesses who water outside these windows. Starting June 1: Irrigation shifts to a mandatory two-day schedule (Tuesdays & Saturdays, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.). A written warning by the Town will be provided for the first offense, and fines will be imposed beginning with the second offense. These measures apply to: In-ground irrigation systems  Hose-end sprinklers  Automatic irrigation systems    Oth...

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Based on the authority given by Chapter 3, Section 307.1.1 of the North Carolina Fire Code, Mooresville Fire-Rescue in conjunction with the NC Forestry Service is lifting the burning ban that prohibits open burning within 100 feet of a structure or anywhere in the town limits effective May 8, 2026, at 8 a.m.   As a reminder, outdoor open burning of yard waste, such as leaves, branches, and plant material, construction materials, lumber, and other products, including trash, newspapers, or other non-vegetative material, is prohibited at all times under Mooresville Municipal Code Section 10-12. Burning in fire pits (commercial or constructed) can resume. The fire department reminds everyone to always use caution anytime open burning occurs.     For questions, please contact Mooresville Fire-Rescue by calling 704-664-1338.

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – In response to the ongoing drought conditions in the region, the Town of Mooresville is implementing mandatory water use restrictions beginning May 8, 2026. These restrictions follow Stage 2 Low Inflow Protocol (LIP) guidance from the Catawba-Wateree Drought Management Advisory Group (CW-DMAG). Residents and businesses that are within the Town limits and connected to the Town’s water system must comply with the following mandatory Stage 2 water conservation rules set by the Town’s emergency water conservation ordinance: Irrigation using sprinkler systems is limited to:  7 - 11:00 a.m.  6 - 10:00 p.m. Outside of these hours, all sprinkler use is prohibited Violations may result in fines on your utility bill and potential loss of service: Residential  $100 per violation Commercial  $200: 1 st violation  $500: 2 nd violation  $1,000: further violations Town of Mooresville is asking its residents to continue conserving water by avoiding the watering of yards and p...

 Mooresville Police Department to Dedicate Fallen Officers Memorial During 2026 National Police Week MOORESVILLE, N.C. – The Mooresville Police Department (MPD), in partnership with the Exchange Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman, will hold its annual National Police Week Memorial Ceremony Tuesday, May 12 at 9 a.m. at MPD headquarters, 2847 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville. As part of the ceremony, MPD will formally dedicate the Mooresville Police Fallen Officer Memorial, which honors the lasting legacies of three Mooresville police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our community:  Chief James Earl Rimmer  Lt. Larry Vernon Barger  Officer Jordan Sheldon The ceremony, which takes place during National Police Week (May 10-16), is open to the public. ###

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – The Town of Mooresville is appealing the April 15, 2026, court order regarding Gray Local Media, Inc. v. Town of Mooresville, which sought the public release of Town Hall surveillance video. Following the advice of legal counsel, the appeal is based on strong concerns about the broad scope of the decision and future implications for the safety and security of municipal buildings. In the current order, all surveillance videos captured in any part of public buildings statewide could be considered public records. This includes video of any person in or around any public building including a police department, fire department, or courthouse. The expansive breadth of this order poses safety and security risks for public service workers and the community at large. On April 6, 2026, the Town Board publicly discussed and took action regarding past individual actions of Mayor Chris Carney by passing a vote of no confidence and requested that the Mayor resign. “We want to be ...

  Last night, town commissioners adopted a resolution expressing a vote of “No Confidence” in Mayor Chris Carney and a request that Carney resign from office.

Town of Mooresville Issues Moratorium Designed to Address Capacity of South Iredell Pump Station   MOORESVILLE, N.C. – The Town of Mooresville has issued a moratorium on development approvals specifically in the South Iredell Pump Station service area. This moratorium will ensure public health, environmental protection, and system reliability, providing time to design, permit, and construct needed infrastructure improvements. Under the newly adopted moratorium, which will last for up to 35 months, the Town is suspending development approvals for all new residential subdivisions, multi-family complexes, and non-residential projects. Certain exceptions apply, including projects with existing building or special use permits, approved site-specific vesting plans, and developments where substantial prior expenditures have already been made. Additionally, projects that do not impact the capacity of the pump station will be exempt from these restrictions. “The Town is pro...

X MOORESVILLE , N.C. – The Town of  Mooresville  has  named   Shane   LaCount  as  Mooresville   Fire - Rescue ’s  new   Fire   Chief .  LaCount  will begin his  new  position on March 30, 2026 .   Chief   LaCount  follows Curt Deaton, who retired after 30 years of service. “With a deep-rooted commitment to our department and a wealth of institutional knowledge, as well as extensive technical expertise,  Chief   LaCount  brings a proven track record of leadership to the role,” said Town Manager Tracey Jerome. “The Town, and its residents and businesses, will benefit greatly from his experience and strong leadership.”   “I’m honored to be able to continue the standard of excellence and lead such an exceptional organization as  Mooresville   Fire - Rescue ,” said  LaCount . “To be entrusted with carrying that legacy forward is both a privilege and a...

**UPDATE** The Mooresville Police Department Traffic Unit has determined the victim was the front seat passenger of the low-speed vehicle (golf cart). During the course of travel, the passenger fell from the vehicle while it was making a left turn. Golf Cart Incident in Mooresville MOORESVILLE, NC – On March 23, 2026, at 5:14 p.m., Mooresville Police Department responded to a golf cart accident at the intersection of Swamp Rose Dr. & Golden Star Ln. involving several juveniles. One of the juveniles was seriously injured and later succumbed to those injuries. This incident is still under investigation, and the Mooresville Police Department will not release further details at this point. Our thoughts are with the families impacted during this difficult time.

MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Last week, MSI Defense Solutions welcomed Town of Mooresville leadership and local media to its Mooresville facilities to showcase the company’s anti-drone and missile defense solution, which is currently deployed and protecting U.S. Armed Forces. EAGLS™ (Electronic Advanced Ground Launcher System) is a lightweight, mobile, and radar- enabled counter-UAS system detects, tracks, and neutralizes unmanned aerial systems, or drones. Brought from concept to deployment in under 180 days, the system is built locally in Mooresville. “EAGLS reflects the region’s unique combination of engineering talent, motorsports-driven manufacturing expertise, and a culture of rapid problem solving,” said Nguyen Trinh, CEO of MSI. “That is a real testament to the skills we have here in Mooresville. We’re going to continue doing great things.” According to Town officials, EAGLS epitomizes the Town’s goal of being a hub for advanced defense manufacturing and innovation. It showcases how a c...

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Thirty years ago, Curt Deaton stepped into Mooresville Fire-Rescue (MFR) Station No. 1 as a full-time firefighter. On March 27, he retires from MFR after a distinguished career, serving the past 14 years as the department's fire chief.  “Chief Deaton’s dedication has benefited our residents, our businesses, and our visitors for the 30 years he has served the Town of Mooresville,” said Tracey Jerome, Mooresville Town Manager. “His leadership has helped to ensure that Mooresville Fire-Rescue is ready for the future, and for that, we are extremely grateful. We wish him the very best now, and in the future, as he begins his next chapter.”  During Deaton’s tenure as fire chief, MFR was awarded, and still holds, an ISO Class 1 rating from the North Carolina Department of Insurance. He was instrumental in the opening of fire stations 5 and 6 and led the design and purchase of the department's first tractor-drawn aerial....

  MOORESVILLE, NC – On February 22, 2026, at 10:30 p.m., a Mooresville Police Department officer encountered two male subjects standing outside a parked car in the area of Selma Burke Recreation Center after hours. During the officer’s investigation, one subject, Nazir Cartrell Lowe, 20, of Salisbury, North Carolina, was detained. The second subject ran away on foot and eluded officers. He was later identified as Xavier Deion Lowe, 26, of Clemmons, North Carolina. MPD officers searched the subject’s car and discovered 430.6 grams of suspected marijuana. Nazir Lowe was later charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver schedule VI, felony possession of schedule VI, and maintaining a vehicle for the sale of a controlled substance. He was transported to the Iredell County Detention Center where he received no bond. Arrest warrants for Xavier Deion Lowe have been obtained for similar narcotics offenses. Anyone with information on the location of Xavier Lowe is asked to conta...

MOORESVILLE, NC — The Mooresville Police Department (MPD) has launched its new Drone First Responder (DFR) program is designed to get eyes on the scene faster and enhance public safety. The DFR program equips MPD with six drones — three stationed at MPD Headquarters and three at One Mooresville Center — that can respond to incidents within a 3.5-mile radius at speeds of up to 55 mph. This capability provides aerial coverage and critical support before officers and first responders arrive on scene. A trained operator, based in the Mooresville Police Department headquarters, will launch and pilot the drone when the nature of a 911 call warrants it. The pilot communicates with officers on scene or en route, to deliver real-time situational awareness. This new technology positions MPD to respond more effectively to high-risk situations, locate missing persons and fleeing suspects, and assist investigators with traffic and crime scene documentation. “Part of our mission is to be prepared...

  Mooresville Police Arrest Individual for Solicitation of a Child by Electronic Device MOORESVILLE, NC – On January 22, 2026, officers with the Mooresville Police Department arrested Michael Wilson Lesswing, 55, of Lincolnton, North Carolina, on charges related to Solicitation of a Child by Electronic Device and Solicitation of Prostitution of a Minor. The investigation revealed that the suspect used an electronic communication device to engage in inappropriate and unlawful communicationwith a minor. Lesswing initiated a conversation to have sexual relations with a minor at a predetermined location. He arrived at that location and was subsequently taken into police custody without incident. MPD detectives worked diligently to identify the suspect and gather evidence, which ultimately led to the arrest. Michael Wilson Lesswing was charged with Solicitation of a Child by Electronic Device and Solicitationof Prostitution of a Minor. The suspect was transported to the Iredell County D...

MOORESVILLE, NC – On January 4, 2026, the Mooresville Police Department received a call for service in reference to an armed robbery at Dollar Tree located at 221-R Norman Station Blvd. Responding officers viewed surveillance footage from inside the store that showed a male suspect entering the store, approaching the employees, and producing a handgun. The suspect demanded the employees give him all of the money in the safe in the store office. Once the suspect had the money, he took the store’s phone and left the store.   Through investigation, it was learned that multiple armed robberies occurred at various Dollar Trees in other jurisdictions within the week prior to this robbery. Detectives  determined that the suspect vehicle was a dark colored Honda sedan. Through further investigation, detectives identified a suspect through this lead. Warra...