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USDA Temporarily Pauses November SNAP Benefits Due to Federal Government Shutdown
Press release | Cleveland County Gov. SHELBY — The United States Department of Agriculture has ordered a pause on all November SNAP benefits until further notice due to the federal government shutdown. Unless the USDA lifts their suspension in the coming days, November SNAP benefits will not be issued. The NC Department of Health and Human Services is ready to act quickly should the USDA allow North Carolina to resume November SNAP benefits. You can still use your EBT card an

Staff Reports
2 hours ago


U.S. Rep. Moore praises Boy Scouts for putting out Casar church fire in weekly update
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Moore praised the Boy Scouts from Matthews who were traveling through Cleveland County on their way to Camp Grimes when they saw flames coming from the side of Cavalry's Cross Church. Courtesy photo In his weekly newsletter, U.S. Rep. Tim Moore, 14th Congressional District, which includes Cleveland County, lauded the quick reaction of boy scouts traveling through Upper Cleveland on their way to Camp Grimes. The teenagers saw flames
Chuck Thompson
2 days ago


No votes imminent, possibly rest of year, on state budget
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square The North Carolina Legislative Building, home to the General Assembly, stands on Jones Street in Raleigh, N.C. Photo: Alan Wooten / The Center Square (The Center Square) – State budget negotiations have stalled between North Carolina Republican leaders in the General Assembly and the calendar year appears headed to an end without a new two-year spending plan. The budget by state law was due July 1 and Wednesday represented Day 114. Lawmakers

Alan Wooten
4 days ago


Hastings recognized by NCSA
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Rep. Kelly Hastings, N.C. House 110 -R, recently had the honor of being recognized as a 2025 Defender of Public Safety by the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association. "I am extremely thankful to be recognized as a Defender of Public Safety by the North Carolina Sheriffs' Association," Hasting said. "It is an honor to have leading law enforcement officers in North Carolina trust me in my role as a member of the North Carolina General Ass
Chuck Thompson
5 days ago


Board votes to move forward with sale of Marion Elementary
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent CCS Board members pictured, from left, Walter Spurling, Danny Blanton, Ron Humphries, Joel Shores, Aaron Bridges and Ronnie Grigg. Not pictured, David Fisher, Gloria Sherman and Kenneth Ledford. Editor’s note: Read carefully. This is only a report of what transpired during the meeting and not to sway anyone to agree or disagree, but to present you with the facts and let you decide for yourself. Ultimately, it was stated that the mone
Chuck Thompson
7 days ago


Our Stories Project presents update on neglected Shiloh Church graveyard
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent The Shelby City Council meeting Oct. 20, 2025 A special presentation was held for the Shelby City Council Monday night during their regularly scheduled public meeting. The nonprofit organization known as Our Stories Project, has been working on identifying an African American graveyard and the Shiloh School, that once educated black children sometime after the Civil War. Their goal is to place educational markers at the site, to rec
Chuck Thompson
Oct 21


Agenda: Commissioners to hold regular scheduled public meeting Tuesday
The Cleveland County Board of Commissioners will hold their regularly scheduled meeting, Tuesday, Oct. 21., at 6 p.m., in the county commissioners’ chamber. Items on the agenda range from recognition of Minority Enterprise Development Week to budget amendments. The commissioners will recognize Minority Enterprise Development Week, with Richard Hooker, MED Week President who is slated to be present for the special recognition. Other items on the agenda include the public comme
Chuck Thompson
Oct 20


U.S. Rep. Tim Moore gives update on government shutdown; voices his concerns
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore, District 14 Cleveland County’s U.S. Representative, District 14, Time Moore said he won’t accept his paycheck while...
Chuck Thompson
Oct 13


Rep. Hastings, candidate Eason comment on Brockman's arrest.
Hastings calls for Brockman's resignation; Eason condemns behavior By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent N.C. Rep. Cecil Brockman...
Chuck Thompson
Oct 9


FEMA response perilous during government shutdown
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square The Federal Emergency Management Agency headquarters is seen in Washington, July 29, 2025. Andrew...

Alan Wooten
Oct 8


Causby announces retirement from Shelby City Council
David Causby, Ward 3. Shelby City Council. file photo In what seemed like an unexpected shock to some, City Council Member David Causby,...
Chuck Thompson
Oct 7


Governor signs Iryna’s Law, ends unwritten moratorium on death penalty
Stein, former two-term attorney general, said his review of public safety legislation gets one simple test: “Does it make people safer,” he said.

Alan Wooten
Oct 4


Road tests for teens shifts to private instructors Saturday
By David Beasley | The Center Square Courtesy photo Auditor.NC.gov | The Center Square (The Center Square) – In an effort to reduce...

Staff Reports
Oct 2


Report: North Carolina surplus is $4,700 per taxpayer
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square (The Center Square) – North Carolina has more than enough money to pay its outstanding bills and...

Alan Wooten
Sep 29


Construction breaks waterline in east Shelby
Water rushes through the construction zone like a river Wednesday, next to the Fairfield, as the result of a waterline that was struck by...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 24


Public request portal in works, rezoning changes made at commissioners' meeting
The Charles F. Harry III Cleveland County Admin. Building. Chuck Thompson | Shelby Independent A new public portal is expected to...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 18


Boiling Springs names new police chief
Boiling Springs Town Hall and Police Dept. Chuck Thompson | Shelby Independent Boiling Springs – In a press release Wednesday...

Staff Reports
Sep 17


Dog park opening still TBA; White makes statement on love, grace and unity
Shelby Mayor Pro Tem David White (Ward 2) speaks to city council and those in attendance Monday night. City Council Member Violet Arth...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 15


Charlotte rail killing draws sparring of U.S. Senate candidates, Cooper against Whatley
Iryna Zarutska was murdered by Decarlos Brown Jr., on Aug. 22 in Charlotte while riding the light rail train. courtesy file photo (The...

Alan Wooten
Sep 13


Federal judge approves settlement of voter registration litigation
The case, United States of America v. North Carolina State Board of Elections, was filed in May and led to creation of the Registration Repair Project.

Alan Wooten
Sep 9
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