Meteor Shower, Best Employers in NC: Top News Of The Week

MOORESVILLE, NC — This week, we learned that according to Forbes, 10 of the nation’s best large employers are in the Tar Heel state and that the Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. There were also several reports of major arrests in the area and the story of one man’s luck that reached a legendary level this week.

Here's a look at the top stories this week according to Patch readers:

Mooresville Man Points Gun At Deputies, Child In Standoff: ICSO
A Mooresville man was arrested over the weekend after a standoff with Iredell County sheriff's deputies responding to a domestic dispute at the home. At one point, the man pointed a gun at deputies and also his own young child in his arms, according to a sheriff's statement.

Arrests For Sexual Battery, Homicide: Mooresville Police Blotter
This past week, Mooresville police made 27 arrests, ranging in charges from sexual battery and homicide to driving while impaired and drug possession.

Forbes List Of Best Employers: 10 NC Companies Make 2018 Grade
America's best employer for 2018 is a company that employs thousands of Americans but is headquartered in France, according to Forbes' annual rankings of the best employers in the country. The rankings of America's best large employers placed tire manufacturer Michelin at the top of the list while the grocery chain Trader Joe's took the No. 2 spot and Google came in at No. 3.

Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Charges For Couple In Iredell County
A recent traffic stop for a car with an equipment violation led to the arrest of a man and woman now charged with drug trafficking after nearly 130 doses of drugs were found in the vehicle.

5 Must-Know May Dates In Mooresville
Spring took its sweet time arriving in many parts of the country, but now that it's here, it's probably safe to pack away coats, stocking caps and gloves and get out of the house to enjoy some of the events packing the May calendar. In Mooresville, there are plenty of reasons to celebrate that you don't want to miss.

Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower 2018: How To See Peak In Mooresville
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks Saturday through Monday, May 5-7, with the potential for a long stretch of shooting stars. The long-range weather forecast in Mooresville, however, indicates viewing conditions might be marred by rain clouds.

Eddie V’s Brings Elegant Dining With Speakeasy Flair To Uptown
With Mother's Day and graduations just around the corner, you might already be brainstorming ideas about where to go for a meal fitting for a celebration or to mark an important date. If you're in the market for high-end seafood and steaks, you now have one more choice.

Lucky: Lottery Winner Survives Helicopter Crash
Timothy Kniess is one lucky man. Last year, the Iron Station resident won $100,000 in a scratch off lottery ticket. This week, that streak of life-changing luck seemed to be still be with him when he was able to crawl away from a helicopter crash with only scratches minutes before it was swallowed in flames.