Front & Center: Keeping You Informed of City of Statesville Happenings (07/29/2026)

July 29 - August 4, 2026

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

Heritage Festival, Saturday, August 1st

Celebrating America 250 through Stories, Culture, and Community

The Statesville Heritage Festival, presented by the City Of Statesville, is a community celebration that brings people together through culture, history, food, music, storytelling, and shared experiences.

Join us this Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the Statesville Event Center from 10a-4p!

As part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration, this festival honors the many people, traditions, and contributions that have shaped both our nation and our local community. Throughout the day, visitors will have opportunities to explore cultural exhibits, enjoy live entertainment, participate in hands-on activities, connect with local organizations, and learn about the stories that make Statesville unique. Learn more about the Statesville Heritage Festival here.

Bookbag Giveaway, Saturday, August 1st

Our annual Bookbag Giveaway is designed to help local students begin the school year with confidence by providing free backpacks filled with essential school supplies. Thanks to the generosity of community members, local businesses, civic organizations, and volunteers, hundreds of students receive the tools they need to be successful in the classroom each year.

The Statesville Bookbag Giveaway happens this Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 11a-3p at the Statesville Event Center. Learn more here.

Winter Youth League Registration Opens August 1st

Get ready for winter sports! Registration for Youth Basketball and Youth Wrestling with Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality opens Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Youth Basketball is available for students in kindergarten through sixth grade. The league helps young athletes develop basketball skills, build confidence, practice teamwork and enjoy friendly competition.

Youth Wrestling is open to children in pre-K through eighth grade. Participants learn the fundamentals of wrestling while developing fitness, discipline and resilience in a supportive environment.

Learn more about Youth Leagues or Register Online (Beginning August 1st) here

Aquatics Hours Change

As summer winds down, the Statesville Leisure Pool and Statesville Splash Pad will transition to reduced operating schedules. 

Statesville Leisure Pool

• August 3–7: Late swim only from 4pm - 8pm
• August 8–September 6: Open on weekends only
• Saturday = Early swim from 11am - 3pm and late swim from 4pm - 8pm
• Sunday = One session from 2pm - 6pm
• Monday, September 7 (Labor Day): Early swim from 11am - 3pm and late swim from 4pm - 8pm
• Tuesday, September 8: Closed for the season

Statesville Splash Pad

• Beginning Saturday, August 8: Open Saturdays only from 10am - 2pm
• Monday, August 31: Closed for the season

Fall Adult Softball League Registration Opens August 12th

Ready to get back on the field? Registration for the Fall Adult Softball Leagues with Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality opens Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Co-Ed and Men’s leagues are available for players of all skill levels.

Registration opens: Wednesday, August 12

Interest meeting: Wednesday, August 12 at 5:30pm at the Statesville Recreation Center

Team registration deadline: Monday, August 31 at 5pm

Team managers and representatives are encouraged to attend the interest meeting. No RSVP is required. Learn more about Adult Softball Leagues here.

Homeschool Programming Returns September 2nd

Homeschool Programming with Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality returns this fall with engaging opportunities for two age groups:

• Homeschool Program: Activities for ages 5–12
• Homeschool Program Field Trips: Off-site experiences for ages 12–17

Upcoming activities include Nature Day, pickleball, rock climbing and field trips to Carrigan Farms, Serenity Alpacas and Lenoir-Rhyne University. Space is limited, and advance registration is required - don’t wait to reserve your student’s spot!

View upcoming Homeschool Programs and register online here.

Statesville City Council

Did you miss the recent City Council meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026? View the meeting agenda here or watch the full replay here.

The next Council meeting is Monday, August 10, 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.

Stage D2 Extreme Drought Continues; Water Restrictions still in Effect

The City of Statesville has reduced its water shortage response level to Stage 2 following improved drought conditions and guidance from state drought officials. 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: Statesville Heritage Festival

The Statesville Heritage Festival, presented by the City Of Statesville, is a community celebration that brings people together through culture, history, food, music, storytelling, and shared experiences. 

And get ready, Statesville! Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band (headliner) is bringing the party!  From the first beat of the morning to an energetic finale, the Statesville Heritage Festival features a full day of live entertainment celebrating the music, cultures, and traditions that help make our community unique. Bring a lawn chair, gather with family and friends, and enjoy performances throughout the day on the festival's outdoor stage.

📆 Saturday, August 1, 2026

📍Statesville Event Center

🔗 Learn more here

THIS WEEK

🔹Statesville Heritage Festival - Saturday, August 1, 2026

🔹Statesville Bookbag Giveaway - Saturday, August 1, 2026

Save the date for these upcoming events

🔹Blood Drive with the American Red Cross - Thursday, August 6, 2026

🔹Community Fun Day at Garfield Park (Statesville Police Department) - Thursday, August 6, 2026

🔹Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Live Music by Better than the Beatles & Wendy Wooten - Friday, August 7, 2026

🔹Fall Adult Softball League Interest Meeting + Registration Opens - Wednesday, August 12, 2026

🔹Indoor Movies: Hopper - Friday, August 14, 2026

🔹Car Seat Check - Monday, August 31, 2026

🔹Nature Day (Homeschool Program) - Wednesday, September 2, 2026

🔹Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 - Live Music by Bourbon Sons & Glenn Goodnight - Friday, September 4, 2026

🔹Carrigan Farms (Homeschool Program Field Trips) - Tuesday, September 8, 2026

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:

🔹Police Officer Recruit (Full-Time): This position is a recruiting and training-level job used for persons hired to learn the duties of a Police Officer with The City of Statesville Police Department. Individuals classified as a police recruit should meet all the essential job functions and qualifications of the police officer role with the exception of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification. Incumbents in this job class undergo a formal, comprehensive program in BLET. Upon successful completion of BLET, individuals are promoted to a sworn police officer. Failure to graduate from BLET within the prescribed training period will be cause for termination (and may require repayment of BLET costs).

🔹Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - 4th Creek WWTP (Full-Time): This position is responsible for performing semi-skilled work in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant; responsible for leading, training, and instructing subordinate staff to improve efficiency of duties and operations.

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.