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.

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.

The Cleveland County Arts Council is pleased to announce that the Art of Sound Music Festival returns this year on June 14. Art of Sound supports local and regional musicians and is a gift to the community from the Arts Council. You will have the opportunity to hear a variety of FREE music throughout the day and into the evening. In partnership with the Earl Scruggs Center, the music will begin at 11 a.m. The stage will be outside of 111 S Washington Street on the Court Square in Shelby.

RALEIGH, NC --
HB 805, a bill aimed at ending exploitation in the pornography industry, passed in the North Carolina House of Representatives on a 113-0 unanimous vote. The bill now moves to the North Carolina Senate for consideration.
The "Prevent Sexual Abuse of Women and Minors Act" requires that pornography websites verify that people on their websites are at least 18 years old and have consented, in writing, to be there. It also makes a way for those who have been exploited by pornography websites to have content removed and provides significant financial penalties for violations.