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"It was a week full of fun, jam packed with learning...and a huge success."

That is how director Ali Bovender High described the third annual WeBuild! Summer Camp hosted by Rutherford Housing Partnership and Women Roofers with numerous sponsors helping with camp and bringing snacks.

Rutherford County lost a legend Saturday, July 19, 2025, when Tall Paul Waters took one last ride to join his buddies and family who are waiting on him when he gets there--probably blasting Willie's Roadhouse and grinning the whole way.

Angie Dorsey, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew her.

Elizabeth Louise Ferguson, age 81, of Rutherfordton, NC passed away Friday, July 25, 2025.

Jimmy Brandon Bumgardner, 43, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025.

Judy Diane Ruding, age 71, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

Keith Arland Cooper, age 63 of Forest City died Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

Pamela Terry Ownbey, age 62, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025.

Ronald "Peterknees" Melton, age 64 of Bostic, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Sharon Campos, age 43, of Spindale, passed away Monday, July 21, 2025.

Von Eddie Littlejohn Jr., 55, of Rutherfordton, NC, departed this life and entered into eternal rest July 13, 2025.