We Are Lake Norman

Join host Ryan Webber as he sits down with Andrea Gravina, owner of King Canary Brewing, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, community, and resilience in the Lake Norman area. In this episode, Andrea shares the heartfelt story of King Canary Brewing, which opened in 2018 in a converted house on Williamson Road in Mooresville. What started as a passion project with her late husban...

Join host Ryan Webber as he sits down with Josh Graham, owner of one of the Lake Norman area's most beloved businesses - Josh's Farmers Market. In this engaging conversation, Josh shares the incredible journey from selling cantaloupes as a 10-year-old boy from his great-grandfather's garden to building one of the region's largest and most popular farmers markets. In this episode, you'll discover:...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Karen and Alan Schmidt, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind Freshwater Design & Build. Together, they’ve created a unique business model that combines visionary design with expert remodeling to deliver stunning, fully cohesive home renovations. Karen and Alan share the story of merging their talents—Karen’s expertise in design and Ala...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Terrell Chestnut, PR and Marketing Extraordinaire at Carrigan Farms, a beloved Mooresville staple with over a century of history. Known for its iconic seasonal events—like apple picking, haunted trails, and weddings—Carrigan Farms has become a go-to destination for outdoor fun, stunning weddings, and unique experiences. Terrell shares the fas...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Cristina Grossu, a dynamic serial entrepreneur and the founder of My Replica Ring , a company that crafts stunning replica rings for travel, sentimental replacements, and unique needs. Cristina shares her journey from flipping thrift store finds at age 12 to running multiple businesses, including real estate, publishing, and her fast-growing...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I chat with Caleb Hannon, CEO of StayLakeNorman, a top-tier short-term rental business that has redefined luxury stays on Lake Norman. Caleb shares the journey of StayLakeNorman’s expansion, offering stunning vacation rentals that include everything from private boat rentals to curated experiences with local chefs and wellness services. We discuss how StayLa...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Mamie Lee, the creator of LKN Memes, an Instagram account that’s taken the Lake Norman area by storm with humor that hits close to home. Mamie shares the story of how LKN Memes grew to over 16,000 followers, with some posts reaching millions of views—all while keeping her identity a mystery for the first year. We dive into Mamie’s creative pr...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Shawn Shrader, the owner of The Kilted Buffalo, a unique combination of barbershop and neighborhood pub that has been a local favorite since 2010. Shawn shares his journey from running restaurants to opening The Kilted Buffalo and reveals the creative, community-first approach that has helped him succeed. We discuss how The Kilted Buffalo gre...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Justin Ckezepis, a former real estate attorney turned radio station owner and host of Good Morning LKN . Justin shares his journey from running a successful real estate law firm to pursuing his passion for broadcast and entrepreneurship, becoming a key voice for Lake Norman on WSIC. We explore Justin’s unique perspective on community, his exp...

In this episode of We Are Lake Norman , I sit down with Julie Wooldridge, founder and board member of Hope of Mooresville (HOMe), an inspiring local nonprofit dedicated to helping homeless women and children regain stability and self-sufficiency. Julie shares the story of HOMe’s origins, the comprehensive services they offer—from housing and job support to credit repair and counseling—and the tran...

this week we sit down with Hoptown Brewery, one of the staple hangout spots in Mooresville. What began as a passion and home brewing, has grown into a globally recognized, award-winning beer brewing opperation. From the fun events and killer back patio, Hoptown is the place to be on a Friday evening. Check out Hoptown at https://hoptownbrewing.com/ Give Ryan a follow on Instagram at www.instagram....

This week we sit down with Justin Fisher, owner of Deepwell Athletics. They are located in the heart of downtown Mooresville and provide that traditional CrossFit experience fitness lovers have grown to expect. Justin and his team serve a wide variety of age ranges - teens all the way to 65+. If you want to give CrossFit a try, check out https://deepwellathletics.com. Follow Ryan on Instagram at w...

Crush-It Coliseum isn't your average gym. They have top of the line equipment and an environment that attracts people serious about working out. Matt Skerke is the GM and oversees both locations in Mooresville and Statesville. Matt shares with us the upcoming addition to the Mooresville location - a state of the art Powerlifting Studio. It will be one of a kind for the Lake Norman area. Check out...

We sit down with Jaspen Gray the General Manager of CrossFit 77. Jaspen and CrossFit 77 have been a staple in the fitness community of Lake Norman for over 10 years now and they have continued to evolve with the needs of the community. Not just CrossFit, CrossFit 77 offers a wide variety of option from personal training to sport performance. If you want to check out CrossFit 77, the first class is...

We sit down with Ben Kreins of Wobbly Butt Brewery, Taproom, and Eatery to hear how he got into the brewery business and where the name Wobbly Butt came from. Check out Wobbly Butt here: https://www.wobblybuttbrewery.com/ Give them a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wobblybuttbrewery/ This podcast is produced by Webber Marketing and hosted by Ryan Webber. Give him a follow on Instagr...

Grinch the musical Now- November 21st @ Belk theater Buy tickets online Panthers vs. Washington Sunday @ 1pm Bank of America CAMMMM is back White Water Center- Ice Rink is now open $25 pass $6 parking Charlotte Motor Speed way- Opens Friday the 19th through Jan 2nd Speedway Christmas $30 per car Thanksgiving Pop up Market- Saturday the 20th 11-5 Merino Mill 500 South Main St, Mooresville Will have...

Scotty McCreery at Coyote Joes on Saturday Doors open at 7pm Buy tickets online Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden state Warriors- spectrum center Sunday at 7pm Carolina Hurricanes vs. St. Louis Blues Sat 7:30 @PNC Arena Lazy 5 Ranch drive through a zoo and feed exotic animals Decades Patio Party:The 90s Brewers at 4001 Yancey 7pm "Enjoy a night of nostalgia during this ’90s-themed party featuring pizza...

Rich & Bennett's 20th annual Halloween Pub Crawl- Saturday @ 1PM 300 N Brevard St, Charlotte NC $10 (There are all different kinds of bar crawls happening in South End) Charlotte Hornets - Portland Trail Blazers  Sunday 7-11PM 'Artists and musical acts are encouraged come network, perform and watch the Charlotte Hornets Vs. Portland Trailblazers game.' Carrigan Farms- Haunted House, pumpk...

Charlotte Checkers vs. Hershey Bears Saturday @ 6pm – Bojangles coliseum 9th Annual Laketoberfest Music & Brew Festival- Saturday at 4PM at Bailey Road Park- Cornelius Live music, local breweries, food trucks ** Event proceeds benefit Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists ** Think Pink 5k-Saturday @10AM - Davidson $25 Register online and Registration ends on Friday night. The Baker parking lot...

Panthers vs. Vikings Sunday @1PM @ Bank of America Zac Brown Band and Maroon 5 Comeback Tour 7-11PM @ PNC Pavilion on Saturday Carolina Balloon Fest (hot air balloon) @ Statesville Regional Airport in Statesville Friday-Sunday:  There is also live music, wine and craft beer tasting, an artisan village, crafts marketplace, and food vendors Renaissance Festival- Still going on! Reel Rock 15- Wh...

Thomas Rhett and Cole Swindell Where: PNC Pavilion When: Friday October 8th @7:30 Panther’s game Bank of America Sunday October 10th @ 1 against the Eagles Windy hill orchard & cider Mill (kind of far but worth it) 1860 Black Highway York, SC 29745 Open now!- Hours varies Hard Cider, apple cider donuts, apple picking, farm stand, and live music some days! Friday Street Festival in Cornelius: O...

We are excited to announce the first Ben Thomas Memorial Golf Tournament. Ben’s family has a goal of raising enough funds to have Feed NC’s new “Hygiene Hub” building named after Ben. We agree that this is a great way to honor Ben while doing something he was so passionate about, which is giving back to local organizations doing the work of helping others. (Some of you may remember he was fond of...

What: Renaissance Festival When:  opens sat oct 2nd! Where:  16445 Poplar Tent Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078 Time: 10am-5pm rain or shine and free parking buy tickets online What: Taste of Charlotte When: October 1-3 Friday-Sunday Where: Truist Field (Knights stadium) time: Fri: 4-11pm Sat: 11am-11pm Sun: 11am-6pm what: Tuck Fest when: October 1-3 where: White water center live music, races...

What: Panthers vs Jets When:  Sunday September 12th Where: Bank of America Stadium Time: 7pm Cost: :) Yay regular season! What: Charlotte AutoFair When: Thursday 9th- Saturday 11th Where: Charlotte Motor speed way Time: not sure…….. Cost: $15 Experience the world's largest automotive extravaganza from the expansive infield at America's Home for Racing! Attendees will enjoy attractions includi...

What: Concert in the Courtyard: DJ Nat Black When:  Friday September 3rd Where: Optimist Hall Time: 6-9PM Cost: FREE Lots of delicious food options :) What: Duke's Mayo Classic: Georgia Vs. Clemson When:  Saturday September 4th Where: Bank of America Time: 7:30 Cost: $139-$279 What: The Music Yard "Nothing Major Market" When:  Sunday September 5th Where: Music Yard at South Bound Ti...