Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (06/03/2026)
June 3 - 9, 2026
Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!
Planning Your Weekend in Statesville
❤️🤍💙 Red, White & BOOGIE, Statesville!
We are celebrating America's 250th Independence Day a little early at the next Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 on Friday, June 5th. Stop by the City of Statesville Tent for FREE Giveaways and patriotic crafts for kids.
Wear your best Red, White & Blue and join us downtown for an evening of live music from Silk Groove & Insomniacs, patriotic fun, and community celebration. Learn more here.
Then, make plans to join us for Art in the Park on Saturday, June 6th! You enjoy a fun and family-friendly event that encourages the community to explore art, imagination, and hands-on activities in a welcoming outdoor setting. Whether you’re an art aficionado or simply looking for a delightful day out with family and friends, Art in the Park promises something for everyone. Learn more here.
Great Outdoors Month
June is Great Outdoors Month, and there are so many ways to get outside and enjoy everything Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality has to offer this summer! From Art in the Park on June 6 and relaxing days at the Statesville Leisure Pool to Aqua Classes, Youth Summer Sports Camps, Youth Agility Bootcamp, Statesville Walks, pickleball, beautiful parks, and miles of greenway trails, there’s something for everyone to enjoy outdoors in Statesville this season.
Whether you’re looking for family fun, fitness opportunities, outdoor adventure, or a new way to stay active, we invite you to explore all the ways to celebrate Great Outdoors Month with us. Learn more here.
Statesville City Council
Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on Monday, June 1, 2026? View the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay here.
The next Council meeting is Monday, June 15, 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.
Summer Youth Sports & Fitness Opportunities
From team sports and summer camps to tennis, pickleball, and youth fitness programs, Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality (REV) offers a wide variety of opportunities to help young athletes stay active, build confidence, and develop new skills this summer! Select one or all of the programs below to learn more:
Fall Youth Leagues: Registration is now open in soccer, softball and volleyball. Registration closes July 1st. Learn more here.
Summer Sports Camps: Weekly camps available from June 1st thru July 9th in wrestling, tennis, track & field, softball, baseball, volleyball, and soccer. Registration closes the Friday prior to each camp start date.
Youth Agility Bootcamp: Athletes will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 6-weeks from June 23rd thru July 30th. This program is designed to help participants build endurance, agility, and flexibility in a safe, structured, and fun environment. Registration ends Tuesday June 16th.
Youth Tennis: Unlock their tennis potential with year-round youth tennis! Monthly group tennis lessons are the perfect way to dive into the world of tennis or enhance your existing skills. Registering now for June and July sessions.
Pickleball: Ready to join one of the fastest-growing sports in the country? Whether you've never held a paddle or are looking for a refresher on the fundamentals, this program will give you the skills and confidence to enjoy the game. The upcoming July course is for ages 14 - 17! Registration ends July 3rd.
Youth Fit: Welcome to our introductory fitness class designed exclusively for ages 11-13! We understand the importance of instilling healthy habits from a young age, and our 'Youth Fit' Program aims to do just that. What sets our program apart is that upon successful completion of the course, participants gain access to our Statesville Recreation Center, even if they don't meet the age requirements. Registering now for June and July courses.
A Celebration of Heritage: Garfield Green Street Historic District
Join the Statesville African American Heritage Preservation Commission and the City of Statesville on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12p-3p as the community comes together to celebrate the Garfield Green Street National Historic District and its recent listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Read the full press release for all event details, parking information, road closures, and vendor opportunities here.
Celebrating 160 Years - A Juneteenth Legacy
The community is invited to come together for a celebration of freedom, culture, history, and unity at this year’s Juneteenth Statesville Celebration in Downtown Statesville on June 20, 2026 from 11a-7p. Enjoy live entertainment, vendors, food, activities, and opportunities to connect as we honor this important moment in American history. Learn more from Juneteenth Statesville here.
Stage D3 Extreme Drought Continues; Water Restrictions still in Effect
The City of Statesville is currently under Stage 3 (Extreme Drought) conditions, as declared by the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council based on the latest U.S. Drought Monitor data.
As of May 4, 2026, the City will enforce water use restrictions, including fines for noncompliance, in accordance with City of Statesville Code of Ordinances and the City’s Water Shortage Response Plan, following a drought advisory and the establishment of the City’s Water Shortage Leadership Team.
All residents and businesses are asked to comply with the current drought restrictions as we work together to protect our community’s water resources. Read more 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: Blood Drive with the American Red Cross
Join Us in Saving Lives! Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality proudly hosts an American Red Cross Blood Drive.
THIS WEEK
🔹Youth Summer Sports Camps - Dates and programs vary from June 1 - July 9, 2026
🔹Blood Drive with the American Red Cross - Thursday, June 4, 2026
🔹Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Live Music by Silk Groove & Insomniacs - Friday, June 5, 2026
🔹Art in the Park - Saturday, June 6, 2026
🔹Statesville Community Appearance Commission Meeting - Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Save the date for these upcoming events
🔹Indoor Movie: Minecraft Movie (Statesville Event Center) - Friday, June 12, 2026
🔹A Celebration of Heritage: Garfield Green Street Historic District - Friday, June 19, 2026
🔹Juneteenth Statesville - Saturday, June 20, 2026
🔹Youth Agility Bootcamp - June 23 - July 30, 2026 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
🔹2026 Fireworks Celebration - Friday, July 3, 2026
🔹Pickleball 101: Learn to Play - July 6 - 29, 2026 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
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:
🔹Landscaping/Groundskeeper - Public Grounds & Cemeteries (Seasonal): This position is responsible for a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair assignments involving the use of specialized tools and equipment.
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.
