• Obituary

    Scotia Burrell: North Carolina Mourns Loss of Esteemed Psychotherapist and Advocate for Healing

    Raleigh, North Carolina – The mental health community in North Carolina is mourning the loss of Scotia Burrell, a 45-year-old psychotherapist and founder of Burrell Counseling Group, PLLC, who passed away on September 6 following a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Burrell, remembered as both a compassionate healer and a community advocate, leaves behind a legacy that extends well beyond her professional practice. Colleagues described her as a “giant in her own right,” a Black woman therapist whose presence and leadership created space for others in a field where representation still matters deeply. A Life of Service and Healing Burrell…

  • Obituary

    Dalton Ausley: North Carolina Community Mourns the Loss of a Young Farmer

    The tight-knit farming and sports communities of Fuquay-Varina and Harnett County, North Carolina, are reeling after news broke of the passing of Dalton Ausley, a young farmer and respected local figure. Friends, family, and neighbors have been sharing heartfelt memories, painting a portrait of a life defined by hard work, humility, and deep personal connections. Dalton, who worked with his family at Ausley Farms LLC, was pursuing studies in Business Administration and Management at Fayetteville Technical Community College. Known for his dedication both on the field and in the field, he balanced agricultural work with a passion for baseball, a…

  • News

    Charlie Gaddy Obituary: Longtime WRAL News Anchor, Dies at 91- North Carolina

    Charlie Gaddy Obituary, North Carolina — North Carolina is mourning the loss of a broadcasting legend. Charlie Gaddy, the beloved face of WRAL-TV News for decades, passed away on the morning of June 12, 2025, at the age of 91. For years, Charlie brought the news into homes across the state with calm authority and unmatched sincerity. Affectionately known as the “Walter Cronkite of North Carolina,” he set the gold standard for journalism in the region. Charlie Gaddy’s impact extended well beyond the newsroom. A graduate of Guilford College, he remained deeply connected to communities across North Carolina. He frequently…