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Helpful or intrusive: Emergency responder database presented to commissioners, questions arise about victim security
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Josh Queen, standing, shows a video explaining Community Connect, while Chairman Kevin Gordon and Commissioner Deb Hardin watch. Chuck Thompson | Shelby Independent Imagine EMS or the fire department arriving to your home for an emergency, they know your security gate code, alarm system code to your house, how many people reside in the home, dogs, cats and even where hazardous materials such as gasoline or spray paint canisters ar
Chuck Thompson
Nov 19, 2025


Planning for the next 65 years: Shanghai VFD to raise $4,000,000 for new building
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Shanghai Fire Department, Shelby, NC. The new building being proposed will be built to the...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 3, 2025


Sunday morning fire engulfs WoodMill Winery
Fire engulfed Wooding Mill Winery Sunday morning.

Staff Reports
Aug 31, 2025


National Night Out unbothered by weather
Less than perfect weather caused vender and organization booths to be moved indoors, but the rain dwindled to a sprinkle long enough for families to check out various local county vehicles on display out front of the main entrance.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 6, 2025
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