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Statesville, North
Carolina maintains a serene rural atmosphere despite its steady
transformation into a modernized community. Nestled in NC’s scenic Piedmont
Region, Statesville lies at the crossroads of I-40 and I-77. State Highways
90 and 115, in addition to U.S. Routes 21, 64 and 70 are principal thoroughfares
through town. Statesville’s strategic location affords convenient access to
the urban amenities of the bustling cities of Charlotte
and Winston-Salem.
Professional racing brings a wealth of tourists to exciting sporting events
and racing related businesses such as Evernham
Motorsports each year. Evernham Motorsports features the cars, memorabilia
and trophies of well-known drivers Bill
Elliott, Kasey Kahne
and Jeremy Mayfield.
Visitors also come to Statesville for gem mining, golfing, museums, outlet
shopping and the historic sites.
One can experience early Statesville through preserved landmarks such as the
original “Fourth Creek Settlement” cornerstone from the 1700’s and the
stately town clock, which is housed in an 1870’s era First National Bank
building. Other historic sites include Allison
Woods, Downtown
Statesville, Fort
Dobbs Historic Site, Governor
Zebulon Vance House and Museum, Hiddenite,
Iredell Museums and
the Statesville Train Depot.
Statesville boasts four residential historic districts listed on the National
Register for Historic Places and nearly 50 buildings, which comprise the
Downtown Commercial District. “Images at the Crossroads” is a stunning 21 by
19-foot tall Ben
Long fresco that adorns a specially designated wall inside the Statesville
Civic Center. Visitors are encouraged to partake in walking tours to view
the rich architectural styles of the various historic districts.
Statesville acts as the seat of Iredell
County and is home to a population of more than 23,000
(Census 2000 information). Statesville provides a spectacular quality of life
for which moderately sized American
communities continually strive. The climate is moderate, the crime rate is low
and the cost of living is affordable. A wide variety of housing options are
available, with community functions to fit every interest.
Statesville affords its student population with excellent public
schools and Mitchell
Community College, the fifth oldest college in NC.
Residents have access to a thriving industrial and retail employment base, while
its strategic location provides an additional selection of career choices within
a short driving distance.
Statesville, North
Carolina combines its rich living history with progressive growth and
accommodations to enhance the lives of its residents and visitors. With its
wealth of possibilities for business and pleasure, Statesville clearly lives up
to its motto of “More than a Crossroads”.
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