In this Foothills community, barbecue, beverages, art, and music earn love locally — and beyond.
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A Weekend in Cleveland County
Find out where to stay, shop, eat, and explore on your next trip to North Carolina’s “land of rhythm and roots.”
This Shelby Coffee House Is Home to Full Cups and Full Hearts
A coffee shop in Cleveland County satisfies cravings for caffeine, conversation, and good company.
Century-Old Tomato Club is a Cleveland County Tradition
A tomato club founded more than a century ago has blossomed into a beloved tradition in Cleveland County, where members tend their community like a garden.
In Cleveland County, Livermush is King
In grits, on white bread, or scrambled with eggs, this Cleveland County staple is much more than “Southern weird.”
Tar Heel Town: Shelby
Music and barbecue share the stage in this Cleveland County town.
Once a Memory, Twice a Theater
When Shelby citizens began revitalizing their town, they turned to a legendary theater for answers and renamed it after their legendary songwriter.
Bridges Barbecue Lodge
In case you forget what the restaurant specializes in, pig art decorating the walls helps you remember just what kind of place you're in.
A Name for Himself
Cleveland County native David Lee wrote successful songs for other artists for decades. But he never received the recognition he deserves, until now.
