Isothermal College and Career Readiness

06/01/2026

See shared post from Habitat for Humanity.

Habitat for Humanity of Rutherford County is Now Accepting Applications for Our Homeownership Program! 🏡

Are you dreaming of owning a safe and affordable home for your family? Habitat for Humanity of Rutherford County is currently accepting applications for our Home Ownership Program.

If you are interested in becoming a Habitat homeowner, stop by our office to pick up an application and learn more about the program.

📍 269 W Main Street
Forest City, NC 28043

📞 828-248-3178

05/19/2026

The Town of Forest City is accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.
https://www.townofforestcity.com/employment

05/14/2026

See shared post for information about Rutherford County Schools providing free meals during the summer months.

💙🍎 WHY RCS? WEDNESDAY 🍎💙

At Rutherford County Schools, supporting students goes beyond the classroom walls — because meeting the needs of children and families is always a priority.

That’s why RCS and Chartwells are proud to offer FREE weekly summer meal bundles for anyone 18 and younger throughout the summer months. Each bundle includes 5 breakfast meals and 5 lunch meals to help ensure students continue to have access to nutritious meals even when school is out.

This is just one more example of how Rutherford County Schools is committed to caring for the whole child and supporting our community year-round. ❤️

📍 Meal pickup will take place on Wednesday evenings from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at designated curbside sites.

📅 Distribution Dates:
June 3, 10, 17, 24
July 8, 15, 22, 29

Families are encouraged to pre-register using the link below to help speed up the pickup process:
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSRv8txiUaGPl7TJY4tWuR9Bdfe9qxUKan-X_RDPfBXxmheg/viewform

05/01/2026

Pauline Shipman was recognized as College and Career Readiness Student of the Semester, Spring 2026.

Pauline completed the requirements to earn an Adult High School diploma while working and caring for her family. She will begin a degree in Early Childhood Education this summer. She is hardworking and determined. The CCR team is proud of her and look forward to her continued success.

Pauline is pictured with Amy Galla, Director of College and Career Readiness.

04/20/2026

Tractor Supply is hiring a team lead in Columbus, NC.

03/16/2026

🚨 TORNADO WARNING – Rutherford County 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for southeastern Rutherford County until 9:00 AM.

At 8:16 AM, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado located about 13 miles south of Forest City near Chesnee, moving east at 45 mph.

Communities in Rutherford County that could be impacted include:
• Cliffside
• Areas near the Cleveland County line

⚠️ TAKE COVER NOW
Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows.

If you are in a mobile home, vehicle, or outdoors, move to the nearest substantial shelter immediately and protect yourself from flying debris.

02/25/2026

You’re invited!

Join Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity for an upcoming informational session at Spindale House (119 Tanner St., Spindale) on March 7 at 10:00 AM to find out how the Pathways to Housing Program, Habitat for Humanity, and Isothermal Community College can support you in earning money, learning construction skills, meeting employers, and working toward a future Habitat home!

Come learn how you can:
• Earn money while you learn carpentry and construction skills
• Connect with local employers
• Work toward qualifying for a future Habitat home

This is your chance to ask questions, meet the team, and discover how this program can support your future.

RSVP:
[email protected]
828-248-3178

02/14/2026

Synergy in Action, Inc is hiring Direct Support Professionals.

Pay rate $14 per hour + hiring bonus

Contact [email protected] for more information.

01/31/2026

❄️ Freezing temperatures, below-zero wind chills, and another storm are on the horizon.
We are here to serve our community, especially those who are vulnerable and in need of shelter, food, warmth, or simply a safe place to get out of the cold.

We maintain a zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol, but we will always do our best to help in any way we can. This work is only possible because of the prayers and support of our community, and we give God all the glory.

No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care.

And here’s the truth: it’s time to move beyond just talking about the problem.
Social media posts don’t keep people warm, action does. If you see a need and feel burdened, we invite you to walk it out with us, not just talk about it.

If you’d like to volunteer, support, or get involved, please call 828-395-2000.
Those seeking services from Rutherford or Polk County may call for a phone assessment.

If you want to help **break the chains of addiction and homelessness, one person at a time.

**we’d be glad to work together and make a real difference.

Outoftheashesnc.org

01/23/2026

UPDATE: Don’t wait for the power to go out before you go to a shelter. That should be at the very top. You don’t have to wait for the power to go out if you don’t have an alternative heating source. We welcome anyone that needs to come. 

Do you have questions about whether to go to a shelter? Use this chart to help make some decisions. Both shelters will open at noon on Saturday. Remember Rutherfordton Presbyterian is for medically fragile and Forest City Dunbar Elementary School is for the general public. Stay safe this weekend.