Charles City, Iowa: When you think of a man whose handshake felt like a promise and whose smile could steady a room, you think of Mike Molstead. Whether you met him in the showroom of Mike Molstead Motors, on the bleachers of a UNI football game, or in the barber’s chair where he faithfully sat every other week, Mike had a way of making people feel like family. He didn’t just live in Charles City, Iowa—he helped build its heartbeat through his faith, kindness, and unshakable loyalty to the people around him. Born in Waterloo, Iowa, and a proud graduate…

The Mechanicsburg borough in Cumberland County is grieving after the death of Perry Knight, whose life was cut short by suicide. News of Knight’s passing has resonated across the community, leaving family, friends, and neighbors in shock while sparking broader reflection on mental health challenges in Central Pennsylvania. Though details surrounding Knight’s life remain private, tributes shared on social media describe him as a kind and loyal individual who left a lasting impression on those who knew him. “Perry had a heart that cared deeply for others. He always made time to listen, even when he was struggling himself,” one…

A sensational Facebook post declaring the death of actor Jules Latimer sent pockets of the Fire Country fandom into alarm this week. The claim is false. Entertainment outlet PrimeTimer examined the viral “obituary” and found no credible reports of illness or death; the piece notes Latimer has been active on Instagram and that the cancer storyline referenced in the rumor is fabricated. Beyond social posts, industry reporting also undermines the hoax. In mid-August, Good Housekeeping highlighted a new official Instagram montage announcing that Fire Country season 4 is filming in Vancouver and explicitly showed cast members—including Latimer—on set. PEOPLE likewise…

Ken Dryden, Hockey Legend and National Treasure, Passes at 78 After Cancer Battle Montreal, Canada — Ken Dryden, the gentle yet formidable goaltender who anchored the Montreal Canadiens’ 1970s dynasty, passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 78 following a courageous battle with cancer. His death marks the end of an era that blended athletic excellence with intellectual vigor and public service. Why This Matters Dryden wasn’t just a towering figure between the pipes—standing nearly 6’4″—he was a historian, lawyer, author, educator, executive and politician. His multidimensional journey—from Cornell University to the Hockey Hall of Fame, and…

South Korean actor Ma Dong-seok, internationally known for his breakout role in Train to Busan and more recently Marvel’s Eternals, has become the subject of an online hoax that wrongly linked him, his wife Ye Jung-hwa, and British actor Benedict Wong to false claims circulating on social media. The rumors, which began spreading earlier this week, suggested fabricated personal or professional controversies. None of these claims are true. Ma Dong-seok, also known as Don Lee, continues his career actively, and his marriage to Ye Jung-hwa—a South Korean model and fitness personality—is intact. Benedict Wong, likewise, remains uninvolved in any of…

Un accident de la route tragique a coûté la vie à une conductrice de 21 ans dans la nuit de mercredi à jeudi, aux alentours de 3h40, sur la RD 1090 à Chapareillan, en Isère. Ce drame a également fait deux blessés graves, plongés dans un état critique selon les premiers secours. Les faits Selon les premiers éléments, pour des raisons encore indéterminées, la voiture a quitté la route, provoquant plusieurs tonneaux avant de terminer sa course dans un talus, une dizaine de mètres en contrebas. Les pompiers et le SAMU sont intervenus rapidement : la conductrice, coincée dans l’habitacle…

Palo Alto, CA — June 2024 (updated context as of September 2025) — In a poignant moment that captured the world’s attention, Virginia “Ginnie” Hislop, at 105 years old, walked across the stage at Stanford University to receive her master’s degree in education—a milestone she began pursuing in the early 1940s. A Journey Interrupted—and Completed Ms. Hislop originally completed her coursework toward a master’s at Stanford in 1940. Just before she could submit her thesis, the outbreak of World War II derailed her plans: her fiancé—later husband—was called into service, and she devoted herself to family and wartime efforts instead.…

New Melle, MO — The tight-knit communities of New Melle and Wentzville are grieving the loss of Porky Joerling, a cherished member of the local trucking industry whose passing has left a palpable void across St. Charles County. His departure has prompted an outpouring of tributes that underscore both his professional contributions and the deep personal bonds he nurtured throughout his life. A Lifetime of Service and Community Building Rooted in a family legacy that dates back to post–World War II, Porky continued the trucking tradition established by his father and uncle—a legacy firmly intertwined with the region’s infrastructure and development.…