Exploring Statesville, NCStatesville is a captivating city brimming with hidden treasures. Its enchanting downtown, great dining scene, and exhilarating hot air ... Pardon Our DustThe N.C. Department of Transportation is continuing to make improvements to the I-40/77 interchange in Statesville with the start of the... THE ROMANCE OF BALLOONINGRomance and ballooning go hand-in-hand. When the love of ballooning and the love of a good woman came together, Charles Page didn’t hav... Ballooning Around The WorldMarsha Treacy is one of Statesville’s most famous and accomplished balloon pilots. She’s been flying around town since 1987. Her story i... The Claire & Tony Colburn StoryIt’s been said that you can’t take a bad photo of hot air balloons. Tony Colburn would, no doubt, agree. He’s been taking pictures of ... The Patrick Grogan StoryFor Patrick Grogan, it all started in Statesville at the National Balloon rally 30 years ago. “I was a chase crew volunteer for a Plano... When Ballooning is a Family Affair By Kristie DarlingDave Litton is a natural born teacher. He’s a handsome Teddy bear type of guy who teaches first graders at Celeste Hin... 
