Vintage store with Coca-Cola signage, classic cars parked, trees surrounding, and open parking lot.

About our small town

The Town of Lattimore was founded in 1899 and is located about 8 miles west of Shelby, NC. At one time, it was home to two railroads and more than 30 businesses. Today, it is a pleasant community with all of the feels of a friendly, small town.

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Our Services

  • The Town provides street lighting maintained by Duke Energy for the safety and well-being of our residents. If a street light is out near you, contact us with the street address of the light so we can report it.

  • The Town owns a sewer system that services the vast majority of the Town. The system is maintained and operated by the Town of Boiling Springs, NC.

  • The Price Community Center is located on E. Main Street and may be rented by residents for parties and social gatherings.

  • The Hunt Memorial Park contains a walking loop and two gazebos to be used for recreation. The Caboose Park is located across from The Depot Cafe and is home to a retired caboose from the CSX Railroad.

Colorful geometric paintings displayed outdoors on asphalt surface, with a checkered table holding additional items and artworks in the background.

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Spring Craft Fair

Bluegrass band performing on an outdoor stage with American flags and red and white striped decorations under trees.

July 4, 2025

Fourth of July Parade and Celebration

Variety of wooden cutting boards displayed at an outdoor market stall with price tags. Background includes tents, pottery, and people.

November 1, 2025

Fall Craft Fair

A man dressed as Santa Claus and a woman dressed as Mrs. Claus stand next to a smiling elderly man in a car. They are posing for a picture at night, near a building with brick and white paneling.

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A Small Town Christmas