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Erin: Forecast for 111 mph winds by Saturday morning
Cleveland County residents have no reason to worry, and while it is uncertain where its path might turn, Erin will likely not affect the western part of the state.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 13, 2025


Healthy Together Cleveland receives foundation grant
Due to recent FDA cuts to The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), local food pantries are being impacted.

Staff Reports
Aug 12, 2025


Cleveland County residents traveling east be advised — Erin: Watch underway for potential of Atlantic hurricane season’s first
Hurricane season begins.

Alan Wooten
Aug 12, 2025


Man wanted by U.S. Marshals for multiple crimes against a child
Clinton is considered armed and dangerous.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 11, 2025


Local acupuncturist introduces hyperbaric chamber to available treatments
The chamber is pressurized with air, and the patient receives more oxygen into the bloodstream.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 11, 2025


The beach ain’t what it used to be
The Pavilion was a magical place — at one time, from what we were all told.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 10, 2025


KM hotel stand-off ends with tragedy
Stand-off ends in tragedy.

Staff Reports
Aug 9, 2025


Law enforcement responds to ongoing situation at local hotel
The Kings Mountain Police Department and the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office are still on scene.

Staff Reports
Aug 9, 2025


Crimestoppers 2.0: Making a difference in Cleveland County
Recently, a $1,000 reward was paid to an anonymous tipster.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 9, 2025


U.S. Marshals seeking info on man wanted for murder
Petty is wanted for murder and possession of a firearm by a felon. Petty has an extensive criminal history and should be considered ARMED an

Staff Reports
Aug 8, 2025


Shelby PD seeks assistance locating missing person
Patricia Ann Wiggs last known contact was with her daughter on July 31, according to police reports.

Staff Reports
Aug 8, 2025


Commissioners vote for land conservancy assistance; residents talk property taxes
“We have a rich agriculture heritage and as Charlotte moves toward us, we become more urban and less farmland..."
Chuck Thompson
Aug 8, 2025


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, 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


CHS Student parking passes on sale
Passes are on sale Aug 6, and 7.

Staff Reports
Aug 5, 2025


Audit concludes General Assembly should consider separating agencies
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square

Staff Reports
Aug 5, 2025


County provides a fresh breath of air for pets
The kits are designed to provide life-saving oxygen to animals in distress.

Staff Reports
Aug 4, 2025


Shelby juvenile reported missing
Reneta Wallace was last seen on, or around, W. Warren Street, Shelby.

Staff Reports
Aug 3, 2025


The last of the old-fashioned American summers before technology ruined the fun
The last of the pre-internet pioneer children. The last of the “just yell for my mom, she will hear you!” When you fell off your bike and br
Chuck Thompson
Aug 3, 2025


Missing swimmer found
The missing swimmer was located by recovery teams at approximately 10:26 a.m. Saturday morning.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 2, 2025
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