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Richard Ray Ellison, age 89, of Cherryville, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Peak Resources.

SHELBY David Henry McMurry, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, in Cleveland County, NC, at the age of 86.

Shelby - Mr. Robert Earl Ledford, 69, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at his residence.

In loving remembrance of Ed Shirah, who departed this earthly realm on February 2, 2026, at his residence in Shelby, North Carolina, we reflect upon a life richly lived and fully embraced.

As Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant celebrates its 30th anniversary, the locally owned restaurant is proud to announce the return of the Mi Pueblito Memorial Scholarship, reaffirming its long-standing commitment to supporting the next generation of community leaders.

Henry Fortner got busy shoveling snow in his driveway in Boiling Springs before it iced over. Jeff Melton photo

Henry Fortner got busy shoveling snow in his driveway in Boiling Springs before it iced over. Jeff Melton photo

A car makes its way up Main Street in Boiling Springs during the blustery condition last Saturday morning. Jeff Melton photo

Sherry Nevins and her pooch Susie took a stroll around their neighborhood in the snow last Sunday afternoon.
Jeff Melton photo

These huge icicles formed from the melting snow at the Helms' household in Fallston. (Photo provided)

Darla Jean Moore Sheets, 69, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2026 while at her home.

Daniel Gene Potter, age 73, of Cherryville, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center.

Wanda Marie Taylor, age 75, of Shelby, earned her wings on February 2, 2026, leaving this world peacefully and stepping into the arms of her Savior.

Billy Ray Collins, 87 of Curtis Road, Mooresboro, passed away Tuesday, February 3 at Atrium Health- Cleveland Hospital in Shelby North Carolina.

Brenda Watts Hamrick, a cherished soul whose warmth and vivacity touched the lives of many, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Shelby, North Carolina.

Edwin "Ed" Aaron Lee, 76, of Casar passed away on January 31, 2026 at his residence.

Mr. Glenn Allen Brooks, 75, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his residence.

Mrs. Sylvia Annette Horne, 68, departed this life on Friday, January 16, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones as she went to her eternal home to be with the Lord.

Ms. Lois Crawford, 71, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2026.

Mr. Jimmy Lee Elmore, 79, of 2555 Shoal Creek Church Road, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Wendover Hospice House, Shelby, NC.

Ms. Arlene F. McCormick, 84, went to be with her loved ones on January 21, 2026, at Peak Resources in Cherryville, NC.

Leonard Lewis Tessnear, age 83, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

Robert Granville "Bob" Lee, age 87, of Rock Hill, formerly of Birmingham - Bloomfield, Michigan, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center.

Marline Rose Marie Milberry Walker, lovingly known as Molly, passed away on January 31, 2026, at the age of 83.

Susan Shockley Sorrow, 69, passed away on Thursday, January 29th, 2026 at her home in Gastonia, NC.