The College's mission is threefold: (1) to help students achieve professional and personal goals by providing quality, accessible educational programs and services, (2) to serve as an agent for economic development by responding to the educational and training needs of business and industry, and (3) to contribute to the improvement of the quality of life in Cleveland County by actively participating in collaborative community initiatives.

Appalachian Ski Mountain opened in 1962 and has since developed a reputation as one of the best ski areas in the southeastern United States to learn to ski.

Not many people rise to the top of two different professions. Probably even fewer people come back to their first profession after a long absence and again become successful. That is just what Joe Gibbs has done, as he led the Washington Redskins to three Super Bowl victories in four appearances, then quit to own a NASCAR racing team.

Discover the scenic setting of South Charlotte's upscale Weddington area, where Kingsmead blends the splendor of some of Charlotte's premiere custom homebuilders and the convenience of being minutes from Ballantyne, Stonecrest and I-485.

According to ratings compiled by The Washington Monthly, South Piedmont Community College is the 14th best community college in the nation.