Shelby Star

The Shelby Star is a local newspaper located in Shelby, North Carolina. It was previously owned by Freedom Communications until 2012, when Freedom sold its newspapers in Florida and North Carolina to Halifax Media Group. In 2015, Halifax Media Group was purchased by New Media Investment Group.

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Diddy could be ousted from courtroom for attempting to influence jurors during trial

2 days ago | shelbystar.com | Jay Stahl |Anna Kaufman |Gina Barton

The federal judge in the Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-crimes case threatened to oust the embattled music mogul from court for the remainder of his highly publicized trial on Thursday. Judge Arun Subramanian slammed Combs shortly after the jury was excused for a lunch break on Thursday, June 5, admonishing him for attempting to influence jurors.
All the Hollywood stars on Broadway in 2025: George Clooney, Jake Gyllenhaal and more

2 days ago | shelbystar.com | David Baratz

David BaratzIf you want to see Hollywood celebrities on the Broadway stage, there are plenty of options in 2025.
Edmund White, prolific writer who chronicled gay life, dies at 85

3 days ago | shelbystar.com | Anna Kaufman

Edmund White, a pioneering author who chronicled gay life and thumbed his own sexual experiences for literature that was at times arrestingly candid, died Tuesday. He was 85. White's agent, Bill Clegg, told USA TODAY June 4 that the author had died June 3 in his New York City home of natural causes. White was diagnosed with H.I.V. in 1985 and survived multiple strokes and a heart attack, continuing to add ink to his prolific literary catalogue even in his later years.
See highlights from Michael B. Jordan's career: 'Sinners,' 'Creed,' 'Black Panther' and more

3 days ago | shelbystar.com | David Baratz

David BaratzMichael B. Jordan is an actor, producer and director who initially broke out in television, playing Wallace in Season 1 of the HBO crime drama series “The Wire.” His film breakout role was “Fruitvale Station,” and he’s also known for his work in the “Creed” and “Black Panther” movies. Most recently, he worked alongside director Ryan Coogler in the movie “Sinners.” Scroll through to see more photos of the actor, also known as MBJ, throughout his career. Michael B.
Diddy trial live updates: Woman shouts in courtroom, says people are 'laughing' at Diddy

4 days ago | shelbystar.com | Patrick Ryan |Josh Meyer |Edward Segarra |Gina Barton

Patrick Ryan Josh Meyer Edward Segarra Gina BartonUSA TODAYThis story contains graphic descriptions that some readers may find disturbing. Sean "Diddy" Combs was an entertainment industry titan, but the alleged toxicity of his media empire, including claims of physical and sexual abuse, is coming to light amid his criminal trial.
See photos of Angelina Jolie through the years: From 'Girl, Interrupted' to 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith'

4 days ago | shelbystar.com | David Baratz

David BaratzActress Angelina Jolie is known for her roles in "Girl, Interrupted," Netflix's "Maria," the infamous "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" and "Changeling," to name a few. The daughter of actor John Voight, Jolie's personal life has long been a subject of fascination, throughout high-profile marriages to Billy Bob Thornton and Brad Pitt. Scroll through for more career highlights. Vittorio Zunino Celotto, Getty ImagesAngelina Jolie at the Cable Ace Awards in Los Angeles on Nov. 15, 1997.
'Stranger Things' Season 5: Watch the trailer, find out when final episodes come out

6 days ago | shelbystar.com | Pamela Avila

INGLEWOOD, Calif. − "Stranger Things" stars Noah Schnapp, Caleb McLaughlin and Finn Wolfhard took a trip down memory lane before revealing the date fans have been waiting nearly three years for. Netflix announced at its Tudum 2025 live fan event on May 31 that the show's final season will be released in three parts later this fall. Schnapp, 20, McLaughlin, 23, and Wolfhard, 22, shared their fondest memories from "Stranger Things" from when the show first hit Netflix on July 15, 2016.
Inside the new La Duna Paradiso restaurant at Wrightsville Beach

6 days ago | shelbystar.com | Allison Ballard

Allison BallardCalamari with lemon and baby artichokes, and the bucatini carbonara at La Duna Paradiso coastal Italian restaurant at Trailborn Surf & Sound, 275 Waynick Blvd. in Wrightsville Beach, N.C.ALLISON BALLARD/STARNEWSThe new La Duna Paradiso restaurant at Trailborn Surf & Sound hotel in Wrightsville Beach, will serve a menu inspired by Italian and Mediterranean fare beginning April 2025.
Netflix Tudum 2025: Photos of Jenna Ortega, 'Happy Gilmore 2' and 'Stranger Things' cast

6 days ago | shelbystar.com | Pamela Avila

Pamela AvilaNetflix Tudum 2025: The Live Event celebrated the streamer’s biggest shows, including the fans that make all the magic happen. Star-studded casts from “Wednesday,” “Happy Gilmore 2,” “One Piece,” “Stranger Things” and more popular shows hit the red carpet at the Kia Forum in Los Angles on May 31 with an epic line-up of trailer showcases and other reveals.
The Harp Irish pub in Wilmington, NC, has a new look

1 week ago | shelbystar.com | Allison Ballard

Allison BallardThe Harp Irish pub and restaurant has a new look at 1423 S. Third St. in Wilmington, N.C. in May 2025. ALLISON BALLARD/STARNEWSThe Harp Irish pub and restaurant re-opened after a brief renovation at 1423 S. Third St. in Wilmington, N.C. in May 2025. ALLISON BALLARD/STARNEWSA stained-glass panel at The Harp Irish pub and restaurant, 1423 S. Third St. in Wilmington, N.C.ALLISON BALLARD/STARNEWSSoccer jerseys on the wall at the newly renovated The Harp Irish pub and restaurant at 1423 S.