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The fight for credibility
It’s unfortunate that public employees and elected officials ignore a reporter’s calls and emails.

Editorial
Jul 28, 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 27, 2025


King Mountain asks residents to turn up the heat
KM ask residents to help with the power grid.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 26, 2025


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, 2025


Water discoloration possible during maintenance, city says
The City of Shelby will conduct water tank maintenance this week.

Staff Reports
Jul 21, 2025


City of KM reassures water safe to drink
On Tuesday, July 15, The City of Kings Mountain addressed their water problems by releasing a statement to their residents and media, blaming the core of the problem on a higher concentration of organic matter and reassuring the public that city water is safe to drink.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 15, 2025


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, 2025


Preserving for perpetuity
Shelby City Council votes to save Webbley house by demolishing 1916 addition
Chuck Thompson
Jul 1, 2025
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