EMPORIA, KANSAS — The Emporia community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of two longtime residents following a fatal explosion on Wednesday that destroyed a home on the 1800 block of East 6th Avenue. Authorities have confirmed the victims as Darrell Bontrager, 78, and Terry Bontrager, 73, both of Emporia. The couple, well-known and well-loved in…

PERTH, AUSTRALIA — In a tragedy that has shaken social media communities across the globe, Adam Edwards, the cherished husband of TikTok creator and blind disability advocate Lucy Edwards, has died by suicide. The news of his unexpected passing has devastated loved ones and followers alike, who have watched and admired the couple’s journey together…

MESQUITE, Texas — A mother’s cry for justice rang out across Mesquite on Tuesday as family, friends, and neighbors mourned Kemarius Mack, 23, who was gunned down outside an apartment complex on Franklin Drive while reportedly trying to break up a dispute. A Courageous Act Turned Tragic Witnesses say Mack stepped between two arguing women shortly after 10 p.m.…

Royersford, PA — With heavy hearts, the Spring-Ford Area Historical Society (SFAHS) announces the passing of William C. “Bill” Brunner, long-time President and most recently President Emeritus, whose profound dedication to preserving local history shaped the very soul of the organization. Bill passed away peacefully, leaving behind not just a grieving family and community, but…

Carleton, MI — The quiet town of Carleton, Michigan is reeling from the devastating loss of Faith Renee Hamilton, a bright and beloved 16-year-old whose life was tragically cut short under suspicious circumstances on June 17. Faith, affectionately known as “Renee,” was a student at Carleton High School, a passionate artist, a loyal friend, and…

ONEIDA, Tenn. — The close‑knit town of Oneida is reeling after learning of the unexpected death of Rylin Silcox, 36, whose boundless enthusiasm and easy kindness touched nearly every corner of the community. Silcox passed away on June 17, leaving family, friends, and neighbors searching for ways to fill the void left by a presence many describe…

WASHINGTON, D.C. —Washington’s celebratory mood following the U.S. Army’s 250th-anniversary parade turned to heartbreak Monday night when **Sierra Nichole Smith**, 39, was struck and killed by a tank-transport truck and a trailing SUV on **New York Avenue NE**. The incident occurred around **9:30 p.m.** near the intersection with **Bladensburg Road**, a busy nexus where parade…

WALTON-LE-DALE, Lancashire — A community is in mourning following the death of Bernard Payne, a 69-year-old grandfather from Upholland, who tragically passed away in hospital after suffering a medical episode while riding his motorbike earlier this week. The incident occurred at approximately 2:45 p.m. on Monday on Victoria Road, when Bernard, riding his Honda motorbike,…

Lincoln, NE-The Nebraska education community is mourning the profound loss of Russell Earl “Russ” Hicks, a lifelong educator and visionary administrator, who passed away peacefully on Monday morning, June 16, at the age of 84. A longtime resident of Lincoln and formerly of Beatrice, Hicks devoted more than four decades of his life to shaping…

The shooting sports community is in mourning following the heartbreaking news of the passing of JB Hodgdon, co-founder of the Hodgdon Powder Company and a beloved pioneer in the world of handloading and reloading. JB passed away peacefully, leaving behind a profound legacy that shaped generations of shooters, hunters, and outdoorsmen. With unwavering passion and…