See why Onslow County offers deep roots in African American history, as well as the Marine Corps. Discover Mooresville is known as Race City USA and is filled with a surprising variety of experiences, centered around a downtown filled with local gems. Mooresville’s appeal extends to a variety of outdoor activities from U-pick farms to mountain bike track trails to a swimming hole like no other. From hidden treasures to authentic culture, North Carolina inspires stories of life in the South.