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Operation Ice-Breaker nets 44 kilos of crystal meth; breaks up drug ring
Staff Reports | Cleveland County Sheriff's Office A major multi-agency investigation involving Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, Gaston County Sheriff’s Office, and Gastonia Police Department has resulted in the disruption of a large-scale drug trafficking organization operating from Dallas, Texas to Gastonia, North Carolina. The combined efforts of these agencies led to the seizure of 44 kilos of crystal methamphetamine, valued at approximately $2.6 million on the street. T

Staff Reports
Dec 5, 2025


Cleveland County man arrested for assault on Cherryville police officer
Staff reports | The Shelby Independent A Cleveland County man is behind bars in Gaston County after assaulting a Cherryville police officer; drugs and a concealed weapon were also in his possession, according to reports. Wednesday evening, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers with the Cherryville Police Department responded to a reported civil disturbance at Ronald's Grill, located at 604 W. Church Street, Cherryville, NC. When officers arrived, they encountered three people

Staff Reports
Dec 3, 2025


Walmart fulfillment center coming to Kings Mountain
Kings Mountain City Hall Kings Mountain – Walmart, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) plans to open a new fulfillment center in Gaston County. The...

Staff Reports
Sep 30, 2025


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 26, 2025
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