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USDA Temporarily Pauses November SNAP Benefits Due to Federal Government Shutdown
Press release | Cleveland County Gov. SHELBY — The United States Department of Agriculture has ordered a pause on all November SNAP benefits until further notice due to the federal government shutdown. Unless the USDA lifts their suspension in the coming days, November SNAP benefits will not be issued. The NC Department of Health and Human Services is ready to act quickly should the USDA allow North Carolina to resume November SNAP benefits. You can still use your EBT card an

Staff Reports
1 day ago


Governor signs Iryna’s Law, ends unwritten moratorium on death penalty
Stein, former two-term attorney general, said his review of public safety legislation gets one simple test: “Does it make people safer,” he said.

Alan Wooten
Oct 4


Fair time brings fun times to Cleveland County
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent 'the Beast' throws riders up in the air, hanging upside down over the weekend at The Cleveland...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 30


Report: North Carolina surplus is $4,700 per taxpayer
By Alan Wooten | The Center Square (The Center Square) – North Carolina has more than enough money to pay its outstanding bills and...

Alan Wooten
Sep 29


N.C.’s largest County Fair returns Sept. 25
SHELBY — Since 1924, the Cleveland County Fair has brought families together to celebrate agriculture, community and fun. With livestock...

Staff Reports
Sep 22


Post 82 to hold annual oratorical contest
Participants will give an 8 to 10 minute original speech on any aspect of the U.S. Constitution they choose. Then present a 3 to 5 minute oration on a pre-selected topic.

Staff Reports
Sep 8


Planning for the next 65 years: Shanghai VFD to raise $4,000,000 for new building
By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Shanghai Fire Department, Shelby, NC. The new building being proposed will be built to the...
Chuck Thompson
Sep 3


KMPD officer arrested
The SBO was requested t conduct an in investigation into the matter.

Staff Reports
Sep 1


The best place to be
There’s no place quite like North Carolina.
Chuck Thompson
Aug 31


CCC dedicates new studio, honors Roark
Dot Roark cuts the ribbon dedicating the new C19 studio and in honor of her plaque on the wall for the trust endowment she created for...
Chuck Thompson
Aug 30


Cleveland County tops list in report: Tourism fuels $1.3B in NC tax receipts
Cleveland County tops the list with double digits.

Alan Wooten
Aug 28


Allison Golf Cars: Local small business steers towards growth, powered by customer care
For anyone in Cleveland County, it’s possible you’ve heard of Allison Golf Cars – you might have even taken a ride in one of their golf carts and not even realized it when at a festival or some other event. Their golf carts are everywhere. From driveways to fairways, concerts to corporate events, since 2009 Allison Golf Cars has been in the driver's seat, steering the wheels of change for mobility, rolling along, putting smiles on people’s faces and providing fun for the whol
Chuck Thompson
Aug 27


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Chuck Thompson
Aug 22


Letter to the editor: Aaron Bridges, Board of Education member
“My position is not about politics; it is about ensuring that our students, staff, and teachers have a safe and nurturing place to grow.”

Letter to the Editor
Aug 18


Op-Ed: Roy Cooper led the split from bipartisan agreement on school choice
Families can choose from many opportunities available: public schools, public charter schools, private schools, religious-affiliated schools

Opinion
Aug 16


Poll: Cooper leads Whatley by 8 points
Cooper will be the sixth former governor of the state to try for the U.S. Senate. One from each major party has lost

Alan Wooten
Aug 14


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


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


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


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
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