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The Cleveland County Schools (CCS) began its Summer Meal Program for kids and teens on June 2. It will continue through August 1. Free, nutritious meals are available from June through August each year when traditional schools are out.

In an effort to address rising rates of childhood physical inactivity in the United States, Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy in Forest City, NC, was selected as one of 35 schools nationwide to receive resources from the American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all, and the National Football League's NFL PLAY 60 program.

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park will reopen to the public Friday, June 27, exactly nine months after closing due to the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene.

Firemen take a break to cool down and hydrate at the controlled burn on College Avenue in Boiling Springs on Saturday, June 7th. Jeff Melton photo

CAST OF THE SECRET GARDEN (Photo provided by KMLT)

The Kings Mountain Little Theater (KMLT) and Eastern Metal Supply will present The Secret Garden on June 20 and 21, beginning at 7:30 pm, and on June 21 and 22 at 3:00 pm.

Members of Shelby VFW Post 4066 prepare for the Fish Fry and Oyster Roast held Saturday, June 7th

Thomas "Jason" Ruppe, 42, of Forest City, North Carolina passed away on May 14, 2025. He was born on December 221, 1982 in Shelby, North Carolina.