Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (04/08/2026)

April 8-14, 2026

Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

📞To voices behind the call…thank you.

This National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 12 - 18, 2026), we’re recognizing the dedicated professionals who answer when it matters most. Calm under pressure and always ready to help, they are a critical link between our community and emergency services.

Next time you see one of our telecommunicators, take a moment to say thank you - they truly make a difference every day.

Learn more about the Statesville Police Department here.

Wine Walk

🍷Sip, stroll, and savor Downtown Statesville on Saturday, April 25, 2026!

Wine Walk is the perfect way to enjoy an evening out with friends while exploring local businesses and sampling a variety of wines. Stroll through downtown, discover unique shops, and experience the vibrant atmosphere that makes Statesville so special.

Don’t miss this fun and flavorful event in the heart of our community!

Learn more or purchase your tickets here.

Spring Trash Bash (Voluteers Needed)

The City is calling on residents to roll up their sleeves and help clean up our community! The Spring Trash Bash, held in conjunction with the NCDOT Litter Sweep, is part of North Carolina’s biannual roadside litter removal initiative. On Saturday, April 25, 2026, residents can make a visible difference in our city. Learn more or sign up now here.

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on Monday, March 16, 2026? Learn more about those in this blog, view the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay here.

The next Council meeting is Monday, April 13, 2026. You can view the meeting agenda here.

*City Council meeting agendas are typically posted by Wednesday the week before the upcoming Council meeting and are archived on the website for one year. If you would like the agenda emailed to you each week or require older information, please contact us by completing the Contact Us Form here.

Upcoming Road Closures & Detours

Looking for information on upcoming or ongoing road closures here in the City of Statesville? This page provides details on planned construction, emergency repairs, special events, and other activities that may impact traffic. 

Stay informed about current and upcoming road closures in the City of Statesville here.

Upcoming City Events

FEATURED EVENT: Spring Fling (Community Night at The Rec)

Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality invites you to celebrate spring with us for our Spring Fling! Paint your own flowerpot and enjoy seasonal crafts, fun, and friends.

📆 Thursday, April 9, 2026

📍Statesville Recreation Center

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK

🔹Statesville Regional Airport Commission Meeting - Wednesday, April 8, 2026

🔹 Theatre Workshop (Homeschool Program with Statesville Recreation) - Wednesday, April 8, 2026

🔹Downtown Design Review Committee Meeting - Thursday, April 9, 2026

🔹Spring Fling (Community Night with Statesville Recreation) - Thursday, April 9, 2026

🔹Statesville City Council Meeting - Monday, April 13, 2026

🔹Statesville Community Appearance Commission Meeting - Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Save the date for these upcoming events

🔹24th Annual Statesville Arbor Day Celebration - Saturday, April 18, 2026

🔹Birkdale Village (Adult Day Trips with Statesville Recreation) - Tuesday, April 21, 2026

🔹Spring Trash Bash - Saturday, April 25, 2026

🔹National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - Saturday, April 25, 2026

🔹Wine Walk in Downtown Statesville - Saturday, April 25, 2026

🔹Car Seat Check - Monday, April 27, 2026

🔹Pickleball 101: Learn to Play - May 4 - 27, 2026 (Mondays and Wednesdays) or July 6 - 29, 2026 (Mondays and Wednesdays)

🔹Field Day (Homeschool Program) - Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Learn more about these + all upcoming City events here.

Statesville Careers

Take the opportunity to make your community a better place to live every day, and you will be rewarded with exciting career opportunities, a competitive salary, and great benefits! 

Learn more about just a few of the available opportunities here at the City of Statesville:

🔹Lifeguard (Seasonal): This position is responsible for ensuring safety in and around the water by preventing and responding to emergencies; responsible for supervising all the activities performed in and around the pool area.

🔹Skilled Laborer - Parks Maintenance (Full-Time): This position is responsible for semi-skilled work in a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair assignments involving the use of specialized tools and equipment within the Parks Maintenance division of the City’s Recreation and Parks department.

Learn more about careers with the City here or view all current career opportunities with the City of Statesville here.

Front & Center Weekly Updates

That wraps up this week’s edition of Front & Center. Stay tuned for more updates and remember to follow the City of Statesville on social media for real-time news and announcements. Have a great week, Statesville!

View previous updates on our website here.