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Art of Sound returns with Emmy-Nominated headliners and a full day of free music
Art of Sound returns with Emmy-Nominated headliners and a full day of free music

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.

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BILL REQUIRING AGE VERIFICATION OF INDIVIDUALS IN PORNOGRAPHIC IMAGES PASSES IN NC HOUSE
BILL REQUIRING AGE VERIFICATION OF INDIVIDUALS IN PORNOGRAPHIC IMAGES PASSES IN NC HOUSE

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.

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Confederate Monument - Confederate Memorial Day
Confederate Monument - Confederate Memorial Day

Jeff Hayes, Camp Commander of Cleveland Regiment Camp 1663, places a wreath at the Confederate Monument in Uptown Shelby on Confederate Memorial Day, May 10th, 2025.Jeff Melton photo.

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Witherspoon Insurance Highlighters undefeated Spring Season
Witherspoon Insurance Highlighters undefeated Spring Season

Congratulations to the Witherspoon Insurance Highlighters for their victory in the GCCSA U10 Tournament on May 6th and an undefeated Spring Season. We are very proud of this great group of young athletes for both their abilities on the field and their character on and off.
Submitted by Justin Witherspoon

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Outdoor Truths
Outdoor Truths

(Published May 15, 2025)

I've never been much for hiking even though some of my friends love it. And I feel the same way about camping. I've often said if I'm camping, there needs to be a hunting or fishing trip involved somewhere. Otherwise, I would prefer a weekend getaway in a condo and breakfast at Cracker Barrel. That idea goes for hiking as well. When I walk through the woods, I can't help but continually scout for signs of animals I may want to hunt. I can't imagine just walking through the woods to get to a place that has no hunting or fishing value. But this is just me. I have, however, even had to change how I view more adventurous hunting and fishing trips. At my age, I'm not too fond of rock pillows and sleeping bags. I like to sleep and wake up without unnecessary aches and pains. So, a week in the wilderness, even when the fishing is great, does not have the same appeal it used to. My mind is still in it. My heart is still in it. My spirit of adventure is still hot. And I'm in pretty good shape for my age. But I guess I've really gotten used to security and comfort. This also scares me.

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Robinann Cleveland Scudder
Robinann Cleveland Scudder

Robinann Cleveland Scudder, 73, of Casar, NC passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 11th.

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