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obituaries17 days ago•1 min saved

Tribute to Patricia Elledge Brooks

Patricia Elledge Brooks, aged 82, of Wilkesboro, passed away on December 28, 2025. She was beloved as 'Maw Maw' and known for her welcoming home, teaching life lessons, and fostering a legacy of love and togetherness. Funeral services will be held at Lewis Fork Baptist Church, with burial at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings. Memorials can be made to the church cemetery fund.

via Reins - Sturdivant Funeral Home|

#funeral-service #legacy #obituaries

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Job Losses Mount as Tyson Foods and Kayser Roth Lay Off Hundreds of Workers in Wilkesboro and Lumberton

Tyson Foods, one of the largest employers in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, is laying off nearly 250 workers due to an excess of chicken. The layoffs will have a significant impact on the community and local businesses, but town leaders are hopeful that there are other job opportunities available in the area. The community is encouraged to take advantage of the resources provided by the local community college to further their educational goals.

via WBTV|

#business #community-impact #layoffs