City of Statesville Proclaims 2026 as "America 250 Year"
Statesville Mayor Hendrix presented the proclamation to Shellie Taylor and Joel Reese from the Iredell County Public Library and stated, "I want to thank the Iredell NC 250 Committee for their leadership and the work they’ve already done in preparing for our nation’s 250th anniversary. I also want to recognize Shellie Taylor and Joel Reese from the Iredell County Public Library for being here tonight and for their service on the committee. This is truly a countywide effort to mark an important moment in our nation’s history, and Statesville is proud to be part of it. I encourage our residents to stay engaged and take part in America 250 events as they are announced throughout 2026."
City of Statesville, North Carolina
Office of the Mayor
Proclamation
America 250 - Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence
WHEREAS, on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted, establishing the United States of America and affirming the enduring principles of liberty, equality, and self-governance; and
WHEREAS, the year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of that historic event, known nationwide as the United States Semiquincentennial, or "America 250"; and
WHEREAS, this milestone provides an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history - its achievements, its challenges, and the generations whose service and sacrifice have strengthened our democracy; and
WHEREAS, the City of Statesville, founded in 1789, has grown alongside our nation and continues to contribute to the civic, cultural, and economic vitality of North Carolina and the United States; and
WHEREAS, commemorating America 250 promotes civic engagement, historical understanding, volunteerism, and renewed commitment to the ideals that unite us Americans;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, J. Douglas Hendrix, Mayor of the City of Statesville, together with the Statesville City Council, do hereby proclaim the year 2026 as "America 250 Year" in the City of Statesville and encourage residents, schools, civic organizations, businesses, and community partners to participate in activities and events that honor our shared history and inspire continued service to our community and nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Statesville to be affixed this 2nd day of March 2026.
J. Douglas Hendrix, Mayor
