According to the Sheriff’s Office, on September 23, Detective Smith was assisting the North Carolina State Highway Patrol during a license checkpoint on Nix Creek Road when Hoover was stopped. During the stop, officers determined that Hoover had outstanding warrants for his arrest.

The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) is proud to announce that North Carolina has been ranked #2 in the nation for workplace safety, according to a recent study by WalletHub. This national recognition reflects the collective efforts of employers, employees, and safety professionals across the state.

On Thursday, October 2, Deputy Spearman responded to a report of a prior vehicle break-in in the Vein Mountain Road area. The victim told authorities that Towery entered her vehicle, took an item, and left the scene on foot.

The estimated $300 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs in Gaston County. The 1.2 million–square-foot facility, located at 799 Sara Lee Access Road, is expected to open in 2027. The new jobs will generate an annual payroll impact in the community of more than estimated $20 million per year.

Causby continued, "The truth is, I'm just tired. I have thoroughly enjoyed serving the community for these 10 years, but feel that I am leaving the city in good hands. In closing I will just wish you all the best. God bless the City of Shelby, God bless this council, good luck and good night."