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

Staff Reports
Aug 5


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


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

Staff Reports
Aug 3


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


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


Pinnacle CEO reappointed to state's Charter Schools Review Board
Dr. Shelly Shope has been appointed to her second term on the North Carolina Charter Schools Review Board.

Staff Reports
Aug 2


New parent portal ready for school year
The new parent portal is ready for the school year.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 31


County property tax bills to be mailed out end of week
Most properties across Cleveland County saw an increase in value from the last appraisal in 2021.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 30


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

Editorial
Jul 28


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


City to continue water tank maintenance
City conduct more water tank maintenance.

Staff Reports
Jul 25


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


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

Staff Reports
Jul 21


Pinnacle ranked third in dual enrollment courses in NC
The data was based on a report submitted to the North Carolina General Assembly by the State Board of Education

Staff Reports
Jul 18


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 Football Jamboree scheduled for August
Cleveland County Schools and Gardner-Webb University Announce 2025 High School Football Jamboree date. BOILING SPRINGS – Cleveland County...
Chuck Thompson
Jul 11


Familiar faces take the helm of two elementary schools
Cleveland County Schools announced a shake up in leadership at Springmore and North Elementary Schools, this week.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 11


New beginnings from old ideas
There’s a generation of young adults that have been brainwashed into thinking ‘local news’ means gossip and hearsay from people on social media that have self-appointed themselves as “journalists” without the proper background of experience through training, education and legal practice.
Chuck Thompson
Jul 1


Shelby City Council passes resolution opposing state bill
SB 205 would strip local governments of zoning authority
Chuck Thompson
Jul 1


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