Community News

A worldwide battle is raging for our children. The current culture seeks to steal their minds, shape their attitudes and endanger their schools.

During this heat wave, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey and Safe Kids North Carolina are reminding people of the dangers of leaving children in cars.

Keith and Michelle Hoyle stand in front of their Habitat for Humanity of Cleveland County home. The Dedication Ceremony for the home was held on April 2nd 2017. Keith, Michelle and their son Landon will move into the home soon.

Photo by Jeff Melton

Do you know much about the history of Cleveland County? A new exhibit coming to the Kings Mountain Historical Museum

The Shelby Salvation Army honored Anita Sprinkle Roberts of Shelby, at its May 18, 2017, National Salvation Army Week Appreciation Dinner.

Since 1991, the Joseph B. Freeman, Jr. Education Fund has assisted Cleveland County students annually in their pursuit of higher education. On Wednesday, May 31, eight students were named the recipients of this year's Freeman Fund.

Three students pursuing education through Cleveland Community College's Continuing Education programs have received scholarships from the State Employees' Credit Union Foundation.

Cleveland County Rescue Mission (CCRM) was awarded a Rural Business Development Grant, given to rural public entities for projects that promote technology-based economic development from the USDA for completion of the Education and Employability Center (EEC) at the Rescue Mission.

The Cleveland County Community Foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible Cleveland County organizations including 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, congregations, governmental and educational institutions for its 2017 grant program.