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Stay connected and informed with the latest updates and news from the City of Statesville, as it happens. From exciting community events to important municipal updates, we keep you updated with all City happenings. Whether you're a resident, business owner, or work in the City, stay up to date on all things Statesville.

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A One-Stop Shop for Mobile Homes in Iredell CountyWhen Jake Aaron and Brett Carlile saw the need for more affordable housing options, they got right to work. In 2019, these chil...
Collecting and ConnectingAs a child, James Ferree enjoyed collecting and trading sports cards. In the last year, he rediscovered his love for trading ca...
Full-Service Laundry Comes to Iredell CountyBrandi Holman recently started a business helping with a common household chore that everyone does – laundry. After spending ye...
North Carolina's Premier Film FestivalDon't miss the Full Bloom Film Festival in Downtown Statesville, North Carolina, from September 9-11. This year's 3 day event includes 3...
Bringing People and Music TogetherOriginally from Seoul, South Korea, Sharon Owenby has a deep background in music and education. “I am a third generation educat...
An Iredell County TreasureIt only took one time for Bill to be hooked on gold mining. “The first time you ever found that piece of gold, you got that gol...
Giving Old Furniture New LifeTonya Cassidy has a knack for giving old furniture new life. “I can see a piece of furniture, especially neglected furniture, a...
Joining the Axe Throwing CrazeAfter tying out axe throwing just a few times, Mike Pastelak was hooked. So much so, that he decided to open his own establishm...
A Local Family BusinessWhat started out as a side gig for Rob Hudson quickly turned into a full-time, family business. For 15 years now, Wear41 (previ...
FEATURED: Fort Dobbs State Historic SiteBrandon from NC Culture Kids recently visited Fort Dobbs! Be sure to follow his adventures across the state on the NC Department of Natu...
Fresh and Local FareMel Funk’s excitement toward the restaurant business is contagious. “It’s the greatest business on Earth!”, he stated while tal...
Flea Market, DJ, and Venue, Oh My!Local entrepreneur Julius Hoke does it all. He’s a flea market owner, DJ, and now, the owner of a small event venue, The Walnut...
Bringing Color to Our TownsWhat’s a fun way to get to know local leaders? Coloring them! Coloring My Town takes local celebrities like the mayor, school p...
City of Statesville 2020 - 2021 AuditCity of Statesville Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2021.
A Full Service Florist in Iredell County, NCMeredith Parker has always had a passion for flowers. After obtaining a degree in horticulture, and spending many years as a we...
Soy Candles Light the Way for Local EntrepreneurWhen Rachel Monrad received a soy candle as a gift a few years back, she had no idea just how much that gift would impact her l...
Love Valley, NC: A Cowboy TownIf you're seeking a unique adventure and the chance to experience the Old West in the heart of North Carolina, then Love Valley is the p...
City of Statesville 2021-2022 BudgetCity of Statesville Adopted Municipal Operation Budget July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022.
Live Theater Finds Their Permanent Home in StatesvilleFormerly known as the Statesville Community Theatre, Theatre Statesville has been around since 1958. As the only live theater f...
“One Call Removes it All” with HunkaJunk HaulingBrandon Crouch always wanted to be his own boss, but wasn’t sure how to start. Though he had many great ideas, with a full-time...
Property Matters, Because People MatterProperty Matters was founded by a man who couldn’t believe in the name anymore than he already does, Bryan George. “I love that name,” s...
Flowers that Tell a StoryDenise Arciszewski has always been a farmer at heart. Though she made her career in aerospace, she loves to tell stories about ...
A Motocross Park For All AgesWhen Joel Suggs found out the dirt bike park that he frequently visited with his children might soon be closing, he took matter...
A Home Run in a Small TownIf you’ve stopped at a convenience store in the area, there’s a good chance that you visited one of the many Home Run Markets. ...
Local Store Featuring a Local AuthorIf you visit GG’s Art Frames Gifts, you are sure to find something you like. “We have a little of everything for everybody”...
THE ROMANCE OF BALLOONINGRomance and ballooning go hand-in-hand. When the love of ballooning and the love of a good woman came together, Charles Page didn’t hav...
Cars Donated to Iredell-Statesville SchoolsAs a thank you to our students for participating in the Ford social media challenge our students received a thank you from Ford Motor Co...
Love United Iredell – 14 Days of Local ImpactLove United Iredell is a 14-day fundraiser (April 11-25th) that unites a community around local causes and nonprofits.
Richard J. Harris, A Beloved StatesvillianFrom the book Preserving Our Heritage Copyright © 1998 Republished with permission from Secure Development CorporationA young lad, but 1...
United Way’s Endowment for the Future receives a Substan... Sponsored by United Way of Iredell CountyStatesville native Mary Dawne Clark has joined the Legacy Circle with a substantial planned gif...
Mr. Quick: Journey To The Top Of Depot HillArticle by Cynthia Carson-Turner From the book Preserving Our Heritage Copyright © 1998 Republished with permission from Secure Devel...
Black Entrepreneurs: The Kimbrough FamilyFrom the book Preserving Our Heritage Copyright © 1998 Republished with permission from Secure Development CorporationWilliam Gaston Kim...
Ballooning Around The WorldMarsha Lambertson is one of Statesville’s most famous and accomplished balloon pilots. She’s been flying around town since 1987. Her sto...
Coloring StatesvilleCOLORING MY TOWN creates fun educational coloring books customized for individual communities via the sponsorship of its local businesse...
The Jack Ponticelli StorySometimes, the love of hot air ballooning has a significant impact on your future.
An Up and Coming Leader in StatesvilleMolly Smyth, Junior at South Iredell High School, was selected to be part of the NC Governor's Page Program.The Governor's Page Program ...
The Claire & Tony Colburn StoryIt’s been said that you can’t take a bad photo of hot air balloons.
Hot Air Balloonists Marc And Ursula Klinger Share Their ... Several of Statesville’s hot air balloon pilots are transplants from other parts of the country.
Evenings by the FireBy Catherine Diehl The corner of Davie Avenue is immersed by a gentle, yet empowering yellow hue that becomes as warm as the sun once yo...
What you need to know about Housing Conditions in the Ci... In April of this year, during the initial onset of COVID-19 (when we were finding ways to conduct business and help customers virtually)...
From 1,000 Feet - The Drew Egerton StoryDrew Egerton is a second-generation hot air balloon pilot with an extraordinary resume. He was born into this sport!
Fourth Creek Brewing Co.Jonathan and Krystyn Nobinger have been brewing their own beer since 2012, and in 2018, they opened up “Statesville’s first brewery sinc...
The Sean Richardson StoryMaking people’s dreams and wishes come true...meeting fun, adventurous people…traveling to beautiful places...flying where everything is...
Zootastic Park: an Adventure at the ZooLions and Tigers and Monkeys, Oh My! Have you ever held a monkey or fed a tiger? You can at the largest hands-on zoo in America, Zootast...
The Patrick Grogan StoryFor Patrick Grogan, it all started in Statesville at the National Balloon rally 30 years ago. I was a chase crew volunteer for a Plano, ...
Red Buffalo Brewing Co.Take a step into one of Statesville’s breweries, Red Buffalo Brewing, owned and operated Joe Bondi.
Balloonist Dream-of-a-LifetimeDebbie Swing retired in 2019, but unlike many, her dream-of-a-lifetime continues to keep her busy!
Xscape to StatesvilleEscape rooms are creating a new type of entertainment - one that is active and challenges you to collaborate, observe, get involved, and...
When Ballooning is a Family Affair Dave Litton is a natural born teacher. He’s a handsome Teddy bear type of guy who teaches first graders at Celeste Hinkel Elementary School.
Keep Your Eye on Statesville’s Youngest Hot Air Balloon ... Serendipity can be an amazing thing. For Duncan Dunavant, a chance happening upon a hot air balloon flying around Statesville, when Dunc...