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News & Announcements

Check this page, or the News and Announcements box on the homepage, for the latest official news and announcements released by the court. You can also access archived news and announcements from this page.

  • Thu, 11/05/2026
    Judge George R. Hodges is recalled into service as a United States Bankruptcy Judge effective December 3, 2026, through December 3, 2027.
  • Wed, 11/04/2026
    Please take notice that due to construction at the Cleveland County Courthouse, the following Shelby hearing dates will be heard at the Charlotte Courthouse: January 22, 2027, February 19, 2027, March 19, 2027, and April 16, 2027.  The Charlotte...
  • Tue, 10/27/2026
    The Bankruptcy Noticing Center (BNC) experienced a service disruption from October 9, 2026, through October 26,2026. Service has now been restored. Please see attached document for more details.
  • Wed, 10/14/2026
    As described in the  October 13 announcement, the Bankruptcy Noticing Center (BNC) is experiencing a national disruption.  During this disruption, the Court will continue to accept filings, open cases, and process documents according to standard...
  • Tue, 10/13/2026
    Please be advised that the Bankruptcy Noticing Center (BNC) (a service that provides some electronic notice and mailing services for the court), is experiencing a service interruption. As a result, the BNC is unable to provide noticing services to...
  • Tue, 06/30/2026
    Beginning January 1, 2027, there will be an increase in fees for the public to access PACER documents. For more details, please visit PACER's website.
  • Thu, 06/11/2026
    Beginning August 17, 2026, PACER users who have not updated their password in the last 18 months will be randomly selected to update their password to comply with the updated password standards. Strong passwords are essential in safeguarding systems...
  • Tue, 06/02/2026
    Please note that Judge Kahn’s November omnibus hearing date has changed from November 4, 2026 to November 3, 2026 (at 11:00).  Thank you.
  • Mon, 04/13/2026
    May 1, 2026 CHANGES TO LOCAL RULES FOR CHAPTER 13 CASES More >>   May 1, 2026 Changes to Local Rules for Chapter 13 Cases Last fall, a member of the local debtor’s attorney bar contacted the court about increasing various fees and other...
  • Fri, 02/20/2026
    Please take notice that all matters scheduled for hearing in Shelby on April 24, 2026, will be conducted by Microsoft Teams. The Court will not convene in person.  Notices of Hearing should include the Microsoft Teams link and dial-in information in...

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