Good morning, Statesville.

Pine Lake Prep hosts a high school football game today to support its cancer fundraiser.

Community members are invited to watch the game on campus + cheer on local players.

Carol Stevens ordered a bed for her four-year-old granddaughter after the old one broke and paid twice with Cash App, finally receiving her refund after attorney Jason Stoogenke intervened.

She advises others to contact their payment provider and bank if similar issues arise.

Iredell-Statesville Schools have revised boundaries so some students will attend new schools next year; the redistricting shifts students from overcrowded campuses to Weathers Creek High School and moves others as Parkertown Elementary is set to open for the 2027-28 school year + leaders say these changes help manage county growth.

At his final meeting, Mayor Chris Carney quietly honored Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital’s centennial legacy while proclaiming local icon Ronald Johnson for his role in building parks + sports areas.

The meeting also featured announcements from the Main Library and Golf Club about upcoming community celebrations.

Statesville basketball star committed to a Division I college in NC after excelling in class and on the court — a well-deserved milestone for local sports talent.