Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (10/08/2025)

October 8-14, 2025

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

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on Monday, October 6, 2025? Learn more about those in this blog, view the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay below.

The next Council meeting is Monday, October 20, 2025. 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.

Statesville Police Recruit Program

The Statesville Police Department is actively seeking the next generation of officers through its Police Recruit Program. This unique opportunity allows qualified candidates to be hired by SPD while attending Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET), providing both financial and career support along the way. 

Recruits gain valuable experience, earn a paycheck, and receive benefits as they complete training to become sworn officers. Learn more here about how to apply and take the first step toward a rewarding career in law enforcement with the Statesville Police Recruit Program.

Voter Registration Deadline October 10, 2025

Friday, October 10, 2025 is the voter registration deadline for the November 4, 2025 Municipal Elections. Voters must live inside the city limits of the municipalities in order to be eligible to vote.

Learn more about Voter Registration, finding your polling location, early voting information, and more here.

🎙️ Front & Center: A Podcast from the City of Statesville

Front and Center, a podcast from the City of Statesville, navigates through the corridors of city government, exploring the processes, policies, and people that make Statesville thrive. With exclusive interviews featuring key officials, in-depth analyses of public initiatives, and discussions on city development projects, Front & Center connects you to the heart of our community. 

🎧 Watch our recent episode below or previous Front and Center episodes on our website 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. You’ll find closure dates, detour routes, and project information to help you plan your travel and avoid delays.

Updates are posted as soon as information is available, and schedules may change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Stay informed about current and upcoming road closures in the City of Statesville here.

Upcoming City Events

FEATURED EVENT: 50th Carolina BalloonFest

Get ready to soar into history as the Carolina BalloonFest celebrates 50 years of breathtaking views, vibrant balloons, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Statesville, NC!

📆 Friday, October 17 - Sunday, October 19, 2025

📍 Statesville, North Carolina

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK:

🔹Pumpkin Painting + Marshmallow Catapults (Homeschool Program) - Wednesday, October 8, 2025

🔹Statesville Regional Airport Commission - Wednesday, October 8, 2025

🔹Blood Drive with the American Red Cross - Thursday, October 9, 2025

🔹Carrigan Farms + North Main Park (Teacher Workday with the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department) - Monday, October 13, 2025

🔹Pumpkin Painting (Teacher Workday at the Statesville Recreation & Parks Department) - Tuesday, October 14, 2025

🔹Statesville Community Appearance Commission Meeting - Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Save the date for these upcoming events:

🔹50th Annual Carolina Balloonfest - Friday, October 17 - Sunday, October 19, 2025

🔹Dog Day at the Park - Saturday, October 18, 2025

🔹Fall Festival at the Bentley Community Center - Saturday, October 18, 2025

🔹Patterson Farms (Adult Day with Statesville Recreation & Parks) - Tuesday, October 21, 2025

🔹Drug Take Back Event with the Statesville Police Department - Saturday, October 25, 2025

🔹Halloween Dance (AIR Program with Statesville Recreation & Parks) - Tuesday, October 28, 2025

🔹Trick or Treat at the Greenway - Wednesday, October 29, 2025

🔹Downtown Statesville Trick or Treat - Thursday, October 30, 2025

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:

🔹Motor Equipment Operator I - Sanitation (Part-Time): This position is responsible for driving and operating a bulk container service truck in the collection and disposal of industrial/commercial garbage and refuse.

🔹Motor Equipment Operator I - Street (Full-Time): This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of motorized equipment and for performing manual duties and preventative maintenance tasks within the street department.

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.