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The cross-over episode: The Independent interviews Cleveland County News
Journalism's new era of online news faces off across the lunch table at Pleasant Mart Cleveland County News' Facebook page. Editor's note:...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 25, 2025


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, 2025


Crest FFA plows competition at state
Crest High School FFA Veterinary Science CDE Team earned recognition as first place team in the southwest region at the NC FFA State Competition this past Saturday at Lee County High School.

Staff Reports
Sep 17, 2025


What's in a name? I'll have the special, please
The names of restaurants have always annoyed me. I don’t know why, that’s just how I’m wired.
Chuck Thompson
Sep 14, 2025


Three seconds to decide: How one website designer is helping business owners build a better online presence
“The first three second matter,” Webb noted of a website’s mobile version. “You have three seconds to catch the eye of the viewer.”
Chuck Thompson
Sep 11, 2025


Schools recognized for achievements at CCS meeting
‘Great Schools don’t happen by accident’ was the de facto theme of Monday night’s Cleveland County School Board meeting.
Chuck Thompson
Sep 9, 2025


FEMA Act: Bill reformed, returning independent status
The FEMA Act of 2025 would restore original status as an independent agency, removing it from the Department of Homeland Security where critics say trouble brewed under the leadership of former Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in the Biden administration.

Alan Wooten
Sep 5, 2025


High steaks for Shelby as LongHorn scheduled to open Sept. 8
Taylorconfirmed that Sept. 8 is the official opening date for Longhorn.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 14, 2025


Philanthropic network launches to strengthen local nonprofits
Press release:The Cleveland County Philanthropic Network is a collaborative of local non-fundraising grantmakers and community conveners working to strengthen Cleveland County’s nonprofit organizations.

Staff Reports
Aug 11, 2025
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