Betrayal and Broken Trust: A Predator Caught Living Among Us The news from the Nashua Police Department is not just an arrest—it is a devastating breach of trust that tears at the conscience of our community. Thursday brought the arrest of 27-year-old Noah Hesse on six felony charges related to the possession and distribution of…

Tad Callister Obituary: Remembering a Spiritual Giant and Mentor Today, we mourn the passing of Tad Callister, a man whose life was defined by deep spiritual strength, unwavering faith, and quiet acts of compassion. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Tad was more than just a religious leader — he was a mentor, a friend,…

A Call for Justice: Ericka Weems’ Murder Remains Unsolved The heartbreak in Akron is a wound that has never fully healed. On November 2, 2020, our community was shattered by the brutal murder of Ericka Danielle Weems, a 37-year-old pillar of kindness and dedication. Ericka was more than a daycare owner; she was a beloved…

The Unthinkable Silence: Everett Mourns a Life Cut Cruelly Short The entire city of Everett, Washington, pauses today, blanketed in a grief that feels both heavy and entirely surreal. We are struggling to comprehend the devastating loss of Stephanie Jean Henifin, who passed away suddenly on October 7, 2025, at the shocking age of 31.…

Matthew Westover Boston Massachusetts Obituary: A Visionary Leader and Cherished Soul The tech and business communities are reeling from the devastating and unexpected loss of Matthew “Matt” Westover, the Chief Revenue Officer of Gluware, who tragically passed away in Boston, Massachusetts. Known for his dynamic leadership, brilliant mind, and unwavering integrity, Matt’s sudden departure has…

The Bell Tolls for a Johnnie Giant: Remembering Warren “Boz” Bostrom A profound stillness has settled over Collegeville. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University communities are united in sorrow today as we mourn the devastating loss of one of our most beloved and inspiring figures: Warren “Boz” Bostrom. A proud 1995 SJU…

A Light Extinguished: Triple Fatality Stuns Success, Arkansas The small towns of Marmaduke and Corning, Arkansas, awoke to unthinkable news this week: the lives of three of their residents were tragically and instantly stolen in a horrific single-vehicle crash. We mourn the loss of Izabella Brasfield (19), Tara Calhoun (19), and Michelle Braman (45). The…

The Price of Valor: A Gunfight on I-81 Leaves Troopers Wounded The tranquility of Antrim Township was shattered Wednesday evening by an act of stunning, reckless violence that reminds us all of the profound danger faced by law enforcement every day. A routine traffic stop, following a high-speed chase related to a retail theft, turned…

The Soy Fields of Sorrow: The Tragic Loss of Gerard Essner The rhythm of the harvest was shattered by violence. The heart of our community aches for the family of Gerard Essner, 62, a dedicated farmer whose life was brutally and senselessly stolen. Gerard, a devoted husband, father of three, and doting grandfather, was last…

Shandra Cole Obituary: Farewell to the Queen of Comedy in Orbit The laughter has gone quiet in the galaxy, as the world mourns the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Shandra Cole, the iconic face and fearless spirit behind FailArmy. Known for her electric wit and adventurous heart, Shandra passed away aboard the prototype “Failship One,”…