Author: Living Legends
On Friday, February 14, a tragic accident occurred in the Bethelsdorp area, claiming the life of 45-year-old Brandon May. Police have since identified May as the driver involved in the collision, and a case of culpable homicide has been opened as the investigation continues. The details surrounding the crash remain unclear, but it has deeply affected the community, leaving many in shock and mourning the loss of a man whose life was cut short in a horrific head-on collision. The crash occurred at approximately 11:20 AM on Stanford Road, an area well-known to both locals and regular travelers. According to…
A tragic event occurred on Monday, when a 54-year-old local woman lost her life in a devastating two-vehicle crash. The incident, which took place in the early morning hours, has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving not only the victim’s family in mourning but also friends and neighbors grappling with the aftermath of such an unexpected and heartbreaking event. The woman, whose identity has not yet been released, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. In addition to her tragic death, four others were sent to the hospital, some with severe injuries. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances…
The world mourns the loss of Anne Marie Hochhalter, a courageous and resilient individual whose life was marked by both tragedy and an inspiring strength that touched countless lives. Anne Marie, a survivor of the Columbine High School shooting, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of perseverance, advocacy, and hope. As we reflect on her life and the impact she had on so many, we honor her strength, her kindness, and the unwavering spirit she displayed in the face of unimaginable adversity. On April 20, 1999, Anne Marie’s life was forever changed when she was critically injured during the…
The Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the wider healthcare community are deeply saddened by the passing of Paul Robinson, a dedicated and respected leader who served as the Trust’s Chief Executive. Paul’s loss is profoundly felt by his colleagues, friends, and all those who had the privilege of working alongside him during his remarkable career. Paul devoted over 30 years to the NHS, making a lasting impact on the organizations and individuals he served. He joined Sherwood Forest Hospitals in May 2015 as Director of Finance, and through his expertise and commitment, he played a key role in…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Hundreds of protesters marched in Uptown Charlotte Monday afternoon, angry over an ongoing legal battle involving a challenge of 60,000 ballots cast in the November election for a state Supreme Court race. Republican Jefferson Griffin and the North Carolina GOP continue to argue that those ballots should be tossed out because voters failed to properly register. Multiple recounts showed Griffin lost to Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs by 734 votes. Earlier in February, Griffin’s lawyers made their case before a Wake County Judge, arguing that “It’s impossible to assess the integrity of an election…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — You could soon drive faster on some North Carolina roads. State lawmakers are considering raising the state’s maximum highway speed limit from 70 to 75 miles per hour. This would likely mainly affect areas where the speed limit is already 70. “It ain’t got to be 5 o’clock traffic for the last 10 years to get us 10 miles in 45 minutes,” said Jordan Tate, a Charlotte driver. State, national human trafficking prevention groups working to combat the ongoing issue He’s full speed ahead on the idea of the fast lane getting faster. “Please…
NORTH CAROLINA (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Thousands of federal workers are losing their jobs as part of the Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal spending. The U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service are set to fire a combined 4,400 workers who are still within their probationary period, or within their first one or two years on the job. The layoffs which have sparked concerns about wildlife protection efforts across the country, have left some state agencies in limbo about potential impacts. According to the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, forest covers more than 60% of the land across the state. Whether…
MOUNT HOLLY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Gastonia man has been arrested in connection to a woman found dead in a Mount Holly home Sunday. According to the Gaston County Police Department, officers conducted a welfare check at 3:30 p.m. at a residence on Mistywood Drive, off of Kelly Road. Upon arrival, they discovered an unresponsive individual, later identified as 28-year-old Carly Bentley, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect, identified as Michael Lee Wall, 39, reportedly fled when officers arrived but was apprehended following an extended K9 track. Wall is being charged with: First Degree Murder,…
LENOIR, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Lenoir police have identified the human remains found behind the shutdown Lenoir Mall last month. According to the police department, officers responded to 1023 Morganton Blvd on Tuesday, Jan. 21 after being alerted of remains found in a wooded area behind the property. PREVIOUS | Human remains found behind shutdown Lenoir Mall: Police Investigators, with assistance from the NC State Bureau of Investigators, processed the scene through the evening into Wednesday morning. On Thursday, Feb. 13, investigators received confirmation from the North Carolina Chief Medical Examiner’s Officer that the human remains found were identified…
DALLAS, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – Dallas, North Carolina, may seem a world away from Washington, D.C. But at the Gaston County Museum an exhibit called “Nell Yates: Woman in the Wing” spotlights a local woman who became a White House staff fixture. “She wouldn’t say a lot to any of us about their affairs,” said Kelly Privette, Yates’s great-niece. Her Aunt Nell worked for a staggering seven presidents from 1953 to 1986. “It started with Eisenhower and went all the way to Reagan,” Privette told Queen City News. “She was the personal assistant, she did not like the word…