Find out where to stay, shop, eat, and explore on your next trip to North Carolina’s “land of rhythm and roots.”
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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.
Fresh Picks
From the Blue Ridge to Beaufort, North Carolina’s more than 250 registered farmers markets offer a taste of the season and plenty of community flavor.
Music is Never Far Away in Downtown Shelby
Bluegrass and country music played prominent roles in this Foothills city’s past. Now, thanks to two legendary native sons, the signature sounds are taking center stage in its future.
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.
