American Legion National Commander Dan Wiley, greets players and fans at the opening ceremonies at Keeter Stadium in Shelby Friday night August 14, 2026.
Kimberly Ann Dobbins, beloved mother, "Mimi", cherished daughter, and treasured friend, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Atrium Health in Shelby, NC.
Dora Kay Morrison Phillips, 75, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026. Born in Cleveland County on September 2, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Jenkins and Viola Blankenship Morrison.
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved father, grandfather, father-in-law, uncle and significant other, Uriel Santiago-Caban age 67, on Sunday, August 9, 2026 while at his home.
It is with great sadness but also expectant joy in the Lord's promise of eternal life that we announce the passing of our beautiful wife and loving mother, Cynthia Annette Poe.
Phyllis Blanton Norman, affectionately known to those who loved her as "Punkin," of Rutherford County, North Carolina passed away on August 12, 2026, at the age of 57.
Hi! My name is Laney and I am looking for an active family to love me! I love to play! I previously did some basic agility training and was told I am very smart. I am good with kids, other dogs but sometimes I am a bit of a bully if they let me! I do like to chase cats so no felines please. Love to go on walks and hikes and love all people! I am a Retriever, Black Labrador/Shepherd mix. Laney is a wonderful girl who came to us as one of the "Superman Puppies"
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 11, 2026 - Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital has been designated a NORD® Rare Disease Center of Excellence by the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD®), a national recognition that validates the organization's leadership in delivering coordinated, multidisciplinary care for children with rare diseases.
Penny and Nick Melton, the wife and son of Robert Melton respectively, threw and caught the first pitch at the Crest Alumni Co-Ed Softball Showcase on August 8, 2026.
Umpires for the Crest Alumni Co-Ed Softball Showcase game were Joe Scism and Tim Centofanti. The benefit game was held for cancer patient Robert Melton.
