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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


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


Amid municipal election season, registration trend shows no relent
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square October municipal elections will hold canvasses Tuesday, early voting for those in November begins Thursday, and North Carolinians continue to trend toward independence of the major parties. Fifty-five weeks away from the 2026 midterms, the unaffiliated bloc gained 4,220 voters in the most recent seven-day period measured ending on Saturday. Republicans added 912 and Democrats lost seven. The more than 7.5 million registered to vote are spli

Alan Wooten
Oct 14


U.S. Senate candidate Brown thanks Cleveland County Navy veterans, active service members, on Navy's birthday
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Don Brown. U.S. Senate candidate - (R) North Carolina CHARLOTTE — Don Brown, former U.S. Navy JAG officer, author, and Republican candidate for the United States Senate, today issued the following statement in honor of the 250th Birthday of the United States Navy, adding a special word of gratitude for navy veterans and current Sailors from Cleveland County. “On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress established what would become
Chuck Thompson
Oct 13


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


U.S. Senate candidate Don Brown visits Cleveland County
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Don Brown, pictured at the Fair, with several candidates, some currently in office. From left,...
Chuck Thompson
Oct 6


Whatley stops by Uptown Shelby on campaign trail for U.S. Senate
From left, Senate candidate Michael Whatley, N.C. House Rep. Paul Scott, N.C. Senator Ted Alexander and N.C. House Rep. Kelly Hastings at...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 20


Cleveland County elected officials, candidates react to Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Charlie Kirk, with wife Erika and their two children. Courtesy photo On Sept 10, Charlie Kirk, 31, was killed by an assassin’s bullet...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 13


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


Exclusive: Commissioner Chairman Kevin Gordon talks taxes, debt, economic growth and youth
“We all have to live here,” he said, bluntly, without hesitation. “Being public servant, it made perfect sense to serve in a capacity to invest in my community and help my community grow by keeping their exposes a s low as possible. It's a calling – Plain and simple, it’s a calling to do this.”
Chuck Thompson
Aug 25


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Chuck Thompson
Aug 22


KM council candidate stepping away from event in hopes of winning seat
Pullen stated it was the ethical thing to do.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 21


Poll: Cooper leads Whatley by 8 points
Cooper will be the sixth former governor of the state to try for the U.S. Senate. One from each major party has lost

Alan Wooten
Aug 14


As Hunt can attest, popularity as governor no guarantee in U.S. Senate race
Hunt, arguably a patriarch of the state party, broke ground as the first two-term governor and remains the only politician to do it twice.

Staff Reports
Aug 7


Prescription for change: Eason seeks 110 NC House seat for policy reform
Eason talked to The Shelby Independent about why she is running for 100 NC House
Chuck Thompson
Jul 27


A fistful of ordinances: Waco public forum discussed shooting firearms in town limits
The problem of excessive shooting in the town limits began a few months ago, according to town officials.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 22


The time to run is running out
Candidate filing ends July 18 Registration deadline for filing is July 18 at Noon. All across Cleveland County, seats are up for...
Chuck Thompson
Jul 15


County approves rezoning, appoints new committee member
Rezoning and board appointments were approved at the July meeting of the Cleveland County Board of Commissioners Tuesday night.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 9


Shelby City Council passes resolution opposing state bill
SB 205 would strip local governments of zoning authority
Chuck Thompson
Jul 1
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