Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (05/27/2026)

May 27 - June 2, 2026

Weekly updates from the desk of April Nesbit, Public Information Officer for the City of Statesville. Continue reading below updates for the week!

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.

Levitt AMP Statesville Music Series

The Levitt AMP Statesville Music Series continues to bring the community together through a vibrant lineup of free, family-friendly outdoor concerts held throughout the spring and fall.

Featuring a diverse mix of genres - from rock and soul to country and indie - the series showcases talented artists from across the country while creating a welcoming space for residents and visitors to connect and enjoy live music.

The next concert is on Saturday, May 30, 2026 featuring Nik Parr & the Selfless Lovers. Learn more and view the full schedule here.

Hurricane Season Officially begins June 1st

The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially began on June 1 and will end on November 30, 2026. As we move into the hurricane season here in Statesville, North Carolina, it becomes crucial to prepare for potential power outages. While customers of #PublicPower in North Carolina generally experience fewer outages (39.3% less) compared to other power providers' customers, it's always wise to be ready for any unforeseen circumstances.

To ensure you're adequately prepared, take a few minutes to ensure you have essential items on hand in case of a power outage. View those top 10 essential items here.

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026? View the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay here.

The next Council meeting is Monday, June 01, 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.

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: National Senior Health & Fitness Day

Join us! We're excited to offer a day full of activities, classes, and resources tailored for our senior community.

📆 Saturday, May 27, 2026

📍Statesville Recreation Center

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK

🔹National Senior Health & Fitness Day - Wednesday, May 27, 2026

🔹Field Day (AIR Program) - Thursday, May 28, 2026

🔹Statesville Historic Preservation Commission Meeting - Thursday, May 28, 2026

🔹Levitt AMP Statesville Music Series - Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers - Saturday, May 30, 2026

🔹Statesville City Council Meeting - Monday, June 1, 2026

🔹Youth Summer Sports Camps - Dates and programs vary from June 1 - July 9, 2026

Save the date for these upcoming events

🔹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

🔹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)

🔹Pickleball 101: Learn to Play - July 6 - 29, 2026 (Mondays and Wednesdays)

Learn more about these + all upcoming City events here.

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.

🔹Wastewater Control Operator Trainee - 4th Creek WWTP (Full-Time): This position is responsible for learning all aspects of the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities; responsible for assisting certified wastewater control operators with duties and maintenance of the plant after successfully completing orientation and trainee instruction. This position is designed for the progressive movement into a Certified Shift Operator position; therefore, the candidate hired for this position will be the next staff member to fill an open shift when it becomes available.

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.