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It’s Friday, Statesville! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: New fire marshal takes charge, annual geranium sale blooms for charity, and a 2055 transportation plan nears vote + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Seasoned leadership steps in: Veteran fire investigator Kevin Aube, with nearly two decades of experience, was appointed Iredell County fire marshal, succeeding David Souther, who retired after over 20 years of service — see his areas of expertise.
Blooms that give back: Statesville Woman’s Club is taking orders now for its Annual Geranium Sale, coming Saturday, April 11. Proceeds support the club’s Capital Campaign, with a portion to Foundation of Hope — get all the sale details.
Public input window open: A 2055 transportation plan with 166 road, transit, and bike projects across Iredell and Mecklenburg is nearing a final vote this month, shaping future commutes for Statesville and beyond — see how to get involved.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Freshen up your walls: If prints are still in a shipping tube or a kid’s masterpiece is on the fridge, gg’s Gifts and Custom Framing turns them into keepers. Browse local art and handmade finds from regional makers while you’re there for fresh inspiration.
Fresh deck energy: Craving more hangout space this porch season? AAA Fence and Deck designs and builds custom wood or composite decks in Statesville, with clean lines, sturdy railings, and low-maintenance options. Skip the DIY spiral and step into neighbor-approved gatherings.
Seafood night, solved: King of the Sea Seafood Restaurant has been a Statesville standby since 1991, serving grilled salmon, fried tilapia with hush puppies, and Southern-fried oysters. A rotating specials board adds more easy, comfort seafood for those don’t-cook-tonight moods, the kind that make weeknights feel simple and satisfyingly coastal.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🎉 Customer Appreciation & 2nd Anniversary @ Westside Twins Motorcycle Company | Friday (3/13) at 2:00 PM – Consider this your nudge to swing by Westside Twins for a low-key Customer Appreciation hang and 2nd anniversary toast. Nothing flashy, just bikes, good folks, and conversation that doesn’t shout over a DJ. Roll in, swap stories, maybe plan the next ride.
🥘 Tapas Night @ The Rock Statesville | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Tapas Night is turning down the volume at The Rock, a relaxed, grown-up hang where conversation actually happens. Your ticket covers a rotating tapas sampler from Anchor Point Café and one specialty drink, with extra bites and pours if you want to linger. Come solo.
💰 Coin Show @ Statesville Event Center | Saturday (3/14) – Bring that coffee can of “someday” coins to the Statesville Coin Show, where ANACS rep Jim Neely is on-site and the talk is all mint marks, patina, and good stories. Take advantage of the show deal, 10 coins graded for $140 on Economy Service.
🎾 Spring Fling Tennis Tournament @ Caldwell Park | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 AM – Got a kid who can serve, rally, and argue the score like a pro? Statesville’s Spring Fling is a one-day USTA Junior Circuit round robin for green and yellow ball, ages 8-18, no ranking points, 10U earns PlayTracker, quality matches, quick sessions, and bragging rights.
✂ Spring Craft Expo @ South Iredell High School | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Ready to swap big-box blah for local flair? The Spring Craft Expo takes over South Iredell High’s new gym with crafters, artists, vendors, and baked goods worth breaking your diet for. Makers, snag a 10×10 spot for $60, Wi-Fi included.
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Ride @ Tilley Harley-Davidson | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Calendar says St. Paddy’s is Tuesday, our throttles say otherwise. Meet at the Food Lion lot on Statesville Blvd, roll to Tilley’s for Too Broke For Daytona, then hit O’Callahans in Mocksville for a late lunch. Bring a full tank, and your best bar stories.
💧 Water Wellness & Community @ Statesville Nc | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – We all drink water around here, so may as well compare notes. Swing by this low-key Water Wellness & Community meetup to swap stories, hear a personal testimony, and chat about simple habits that actually stick. No magic potions, just neighbors, cups, and conversation.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Statesville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 59. South southwest wind 2 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 39. West southwest wind 1 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 68°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 68. East wind 1 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 44.
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