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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...
Fireworks Safety: Celebrate Responsibly This SummerSummer celebrations often include fireworks, especially around Independence Day. While fireworks can be exciting, they also present seri...
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...
Police Chief Onley and Community Resource Coordinator Nakayla Griffin stand with SPD Junior Ambassadors Andrea Ayala and Tiffany Dubon inside the Statesville Police Department. Andrea and Tiffany are dressed in blue graduation caps and gowns with honor cords and medals as they celebrate their graduation achievements.
Statesville Police Department Celebrates Two Junior Amba... The Statesville Police Department is proud to congratulate two members of the SPD Junior Ambassadors program on their graduation from St...
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.
Statesville Police Department Welcomes Two New Officers ... The Statesville Police Department is proud to welcome two new officers following Thursday evening’s Mitchell Community College Basic Law...
Captain B. Mitchell of the Statesville Fire Department stands beside Deputy Chief A. Kennedy while holding a certificate from the North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs. The photo was taken during a formal recognition event honoring Captain Mitchell for earning his national fire officer credential. Both men are dressed in Statesville Fire Department uniforms and posed indoors in front of framed artwork.
Captain B. Mitchell Earns National Fire Officer CredentialThe Statesville Fire Department is proud to announce that Captain B. Mitchell has earned the Fire Officer (FO) credential through the Ce...
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...
An image of much of the United States with a hurricane impacting most of the east coast.
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
Statesville Fire Department Celebrates 150 Years of ServiceThe Statesville Fire Department proudly celebrated its 150th Anniversary on Saturday, May 16, 2026, with a community celebration honorin...
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...
March 18, 1934: Officer James Ross White, age 43, was killed in the line of duty while investigating a traffic accident at the intersection of South Race Street and West Sharpe Street. He was struck by a hit and run vehicle and died shortly thereafter. The driver, Noah Hayes, was captured a short time later and admitted he was driving the vehicle. He was later sentenced to four years in prison.
Remembering Officer James Ross White on National Peace O... Today, on National Peace Officers Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave law enforcement officers who made the ultimate ...
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...
Statesville Police Arrest Three Following Drug InvestigationThe Statesville Police Department’s Crime Reduction Team arrested three individuals on drug-related charges on May 11, 2026, while offic...
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...
Statesville Police Department Joins Click It or Ticket C... The Statesville Police Department is proud to support the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administra...
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...
Captain Samantha Lindon of the Statesville Police Department stands beside SPD Police Chief Onley while holding her graduation certificate from the Southern Police Institute leadership program. Captain Lindon is dressed in her police uniform, and Chief Onley wears a blue blazer and glasses. The pair smiles for the photo in front of police institute banners and an American flag.
Captain Samantha Lindon Graduates from Prestigious South... Captain Samantha Lindon of the Statesville Police Department recently graduated from the 155th Administrative Officers Course at the Sou...
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...
Several firefighters in full protective gear and breathing masks work together to put out a vehicle fire. One firefighter sprays water into the front of a heavily smoking SUV while others assist nearby with the hose line. Thick white smoke rises from the vehicle, and small flames are visible near the roof. The scene appears to be part of a fire response or live training exercise.
Statesville Fire Department Monthly Snapshot: April 2026The Statesville Fire Department is committed to transparency, safety, and service to our community. Each month, we will be sharing a mon...
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...