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Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesvi... Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading for updates for t...
Mooresville Arts Announces 2026 Art in the Park Juried R... Art in the Park is proud to once again feature Juried Row, presented by Mooresville Arts, showcasing a curated selection of talented art...
CANCELLED: Statesville Design Review Committee June 11, ... The Design Review Committee’s regularly scheduled meeting for June 11, 2026, has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. Staff is wo...
Art in the Park Returns with Two Stages of Music, 55 Art... Creativity takes center stage this summer as Art in the Park returns to Martin Luther King Jr. Park on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 a...
Hello Statesville 05/31/26Stay informed on the upcoming recycling schedule, holiday garbage collection changes, special dates and events, emergency information an...
The U.S. Drought Monitor map for North Carolina, updated May 19, 2026, shows widespread drought conditions across the state. Most of western and central North Carolina are classified in extreme drought (red), with a portion of the northwestern region experiencing exceptional drought (dark red). Eastern portions of the state are primarily experiencing severe drought (orange) and moderate drought (tan), according to the USDA and National Drought Mitigation Center.
City of Statesville Moves to Stage 2 Water RestrictionsThe City of Statesville is currently under Stage 3 (Extreme Drought) conditions. Beginning at 8 a.m. on May 4, 2026, the City will enfor...
Celebrating Great Outdoors Month with Statesville Recrea... As the warmth of June invites us outside, we at the Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality are thrilled to celebrate Great Outdoors ...
Local Artist Amy Sullivan Shares Artwork with Mayor’s Of... The City of Statesville is proud to showcase the work of local artist Amy Sullivan inside the Mayor’s Office at City Hall.
Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesvi... Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading for updates for t...
Hello Statesville 05/24/26Stay informed on the upcoming recycling schedule, holiday garbage collection changes, special dates and events, emergency information an...
Statesville City Council Meeting 06/01/2026Statesville City Council will meet on June 1, 2026 in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
Summer 2026 Youth Sports & Fitness Opportunities with St... From team sports and summer camps to tennis, pickleball, and youth fitness programs, Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality (REV) of...
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Preparing for Power Outages during Hurricane Season in S... As we enter further into the hurricane season here in Statesville, North Carolina, it becomes crucial to prepare for potential power out...
Public Notice: Public Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Fis... The Statesville City Council will hold a public hearing on June 1, 2026, regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 Operating Budget, ...
Public Notice: Public Hearing regarding the Reauthorizat... Public Hearing regarding the Reauthorization of the City of Statesville Downtown Municipal Service District
An orange utility marker and exposed service line stand beside a neighborhood sidewalk, indicating underground utility or infrastructure work in progress. A quiet residential street lined with trees and well-kept lawns stretches into the distance on a sunny day.
Fiber Optic Installation Planned in the Statesville Coun... The City of Statesville has approved a Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit for Zirrus to install underground fiber optic conduit and cable ...
Road Closure: Water Line Installation Prep on Armstrong ... Beginning Tuesday, May 18, 2026 at 7 a.m., crews will begin prep work for a new water line installation on Armstrong Street. Work will i...
Statesville Planning Board May 19, 2026 Meeting AgendaThe Statesville Planning Board will hold a meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 227 South...
Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesvi... Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading for updates for t...
Families and children enjoy an evening of swimming and entertainment during Dive-In Movies at the Statesville Leisure Pool. Guests float in the illuminated pool and relax poolside while a movie plays on a large outdoor screen beside colorful water features and slides at dusk.
Hello Statesville 05/17/26Stay informed on the upcoming recycling schedule, holiday garbage collection changes, special dates and events, emergency information an...
Community Invited to Celebrate the Garfield Green Street... The Statesville African American Heritage Preservation Commission and the City of Statesville invite the community to celebrate the Garf...
Statesville Historic Preservation Commission May 28, 202... The Statesville Historic Preservation Commission will conduct a regular meeting on May 28, 2026 beginning at 7:00pm. The meeting will be...
Image of Ron Smith, City Manager for the City of Statesville. Ron is standing in front of Statesville City Hall.
City Manager May 2026 Update to City CouncilRon Smith provided his monthly update to City Council on May 11, 2026, highlighting progress on major City projects, infrastructure impr...
2026 Iredell Crosby Scholars Senior Celebration Sees Rec... $31,000 in scholarships were awarded to 31 students, funded by Crosby Scholars and community supporters STATESVILLE, NC – More than 400 ...
2026 City Holiday Closings and Revised Sanitation SchedulesView the 2026 City Holiday Closings and Revised Sanitation Schedules for the City of Statesville.
Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesvi... Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading for updates for t...
Discover Creativity at the 2026 Art in the Park2026 Art in the Park. One of the most exciting parts of Art in the Park is the opportunity to meet the incredible artists and makers who...
Image of Ron Smith, City Manager for the City of Statesville. Ron is standing in front of Statesville City Hall.
City of Statesville Proposed 2026-2027 BudgetThe City of Statesville Fiscal Year 202-2027 recommended budget was presented to City Council at the May 11, 2026 Council meeting by Cit...
Musician Emanuel Wynter poses with a violin held toward the camera while standing in front of a brightly colored mural with swirling rainbow tones. He wears a patterned shirt and holds a violin bow in one hand while looking toward the viewer. The close-up composition highlights the violin and creates an artistic, vibrant atmosphere.
Feel the Rhythm: Live Music Lineup at 2026 Art in the Pa... Get ready to experience the soundtrack of summer at the 2026 Art in the Park Festival! From soulful violin melodies and high-energy funk...
Mayor Doug Hendrix stands alongside Scott Bell and a companion during a City Council meeting as the City of Statesville proclaims May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month. Scott Bell, seated in a wheelchair, smiles toward the camera while Mayor Hendrix stands beside him in a dark suit and patterned tie. The group poses together inside the council chambers following the proclamation presentation.
City of Statesville Proclaims May 2026 as ALS Awareness ... The City of Statesville proclaims May 2026 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month.
Statesville Police Chief Onley, members of the Statesville Police Department, and Mayor Doug Hendrix pose together inside City Hall following the presentation of a proclamation recognizing May 11–16, 2026 as National Police Week in the City of Statesville. Chief Onley stands beside Mayor Hendrix while holding the framed proclamation, surrounded by uniformed officers and department staff beneath the City seal mural in the council chambers.
City of Statesville Proclaims May 11-16, 2026 as Nationa... City of Statesville proclaims May 11-16, 2026 as National Police Week and May 15, 2026 as Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Traffic Calming Measures Coming to Museum RoadThe City of Statesville will begin installing traffic calming measures on Museum Road following a traffic analysis requested by resident...
Statesville Regional Airport Commission May 13, 2026 Mee... The Statesville Airport Commission will meet on May 13, 2026, at 12:00 noon at the airport terminal conference room.
City of Statesville Notice of Intent to Solicit Bids: So... The City of Statesville will receive Bids for its South Development Area project at the Statesville Regional Airport Terminal Building l...
Hello Statesville 05/10/26Stay informed on the upcoming recycling schedule, holiday garbage collection changes, special dates and events, emergency information an...
National Public Works Week: Celebrating Service in the C... This annual observance, instituted by the American Public Works Association (APWA) in 1960, serves as a public education campaign to hig...
Public Notice: Statesville Civil Service Board Special M... The Statesville Civil Service Board will hold a special meeting on May 21, 2026, to enter into closed session for personnel matters.
Mayor Doug Hendrix, Abigail Walker, Anna Walker, Kelli Simko, John Walker, and CAC Chair Sherry Harris (Pictured from left) pose together while Mayor Hendrix presents the 2025 Mayor’s Cup Award trophy and plaque.
220 Café Receives 2025 Mayor’s Cup AwardThe City of Statesville and the Statesville Community Appearance Commission recognized 220 Café as the recipient of the 2025 Mayor’s Cup...
Statesville Design Review Committee May 14, 2026 Meeting... The Design Review Committee will conduct a regular meeting on May 14, 2026, beginning at 2:00 pm in the Council Chambers on the 2nd floo...
CANCELLED: Board of Adjustment June 2, 2026 MeetingThe Statesville Board of Adjustment’s regularly scheduled meeting for June 2, 2026 is cancelled, there being no items for consideration.
Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesvi... Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading for updates for t...
Road Closure: Davie AvenueDavie Avenue will be temporarily closed tomorrow night beginning at 8 p.m. from Euclid Avenue to N. Oakwood Drive so crews can repair an...
Three podcast hosts sit at a table with microphones in a studio setting. From left to right are April Nesbit, Public Information Officer; Fire Chief Glenn Kurfees of the Statesville Fire Department; and Nakayla Griffin, Community Resource Officer. They are recording an episode of the Front & Center podcast discussing the department’s 150th Anniversary of the Statesville Fire Department.
150 Years of Service: Celebrating the Legacy and Future ... For 150 years, the Statesville Fire Department (SFD) has stood as a cornerstone of safety, service, and community pride. In this episode...
Hello Statesville 05/03/26Stay informed on the upcoming recycling schedule, holiday garbage collection changes, special dates and events, emergency information an...
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City of Statesville Hurricane Preparedness WeekHurricane Preparedness Week. As hurricane season approaches, it's important to make sure that you and your family are prepared for any p...
Members of the Statesville City Council sit around the curved council dais during a meeting inside City Hall. City staff, council members, and attendees are visible throughout the chamber beneath the large City of Statesville mural displayed on the wall behind the council seating area.
Statesville City Council Meeting 05/11/2026Statesville City Council will meet on May 11, 2026 in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
Image of Ron Smith, City Manager for the City of Statesville. Ron is standing in front of Statesville City Hall.
Let’s Talk About Water Restrictions – Message from City ... Let’s Talk About Water Restrictions – Message from City Manager Ron Smith
Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesvi... Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading for updates for t...
Public Review and Comment: System Development Fee (SDF) ... Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 162A, Article 8, the City of Statesville has completed an analysis of its System Development ...
May NewsletterDowntown Statesville Piedmont HealthCare Friday After Five summer concert series kicks off the season!