THE SHELBY INDEPENDENT

From our partners at WCABnews.com | Annie Dance McDowell Paid for by Elect Justin Davis campaign Jaquan Nijah McDowell, 18, of Shelby, was arrested on Oct. 25 for alleged attempted first-degree murder, according to the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office Detention Center.  According to the court filing  reviewed by WCAB News, McDowell is accused of "unlawfully, willfully, and with malice aforethought attempting to kill Brian Spurling."  McDowell has waived his right to a perso

By Chuck Thompson | The Shelby Independent Blue Crew LEMC Donnie Chapman, Sergeant Mike Lovelace, Deputy Jesse Hollifield, K-9 Deputy Mike Lawrence and his partner K9 Karma, Deputy Alex Granados, Deputy Ryan Jones and V. Pres. Chris Ledbetter at the fundraising event on Saturday. Courtesy photo | Blue Crew LEMC. Cameron Todd Bridal & Formalwear JB Drone Solutions Blue Crew Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club (L.E.M.C.) held their first Paws for Laws fundraiser ride through Cleve

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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

Patricia Ann Wiggs last known contact was with her daughter on July 31, according to police reports.

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.

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

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

Johnson is wanted for the death Tamia Logan

Two people were arrested and a drug house was shut down Tuesday, according to the Cleveland County Sherrif’s Department.