The Rogersville community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Chasten Zane Joiner , who passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 , at the young age of 16. Known for his kind heart, easy smile, and adventurous spirit, Chasten’s passing has left a void that words can hardly capture. Born and raised in Rogersville, Chasten was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend. He was a student at Lauderdale County High School , where he was admired for his upbeat personality and dedication to his studies.  Friends recall that Chasten had a unique way of making everyone feel included—whether it was inviting someone to sit with him at lunch or lending a hand without being asked. Chasten loved the outdoors and could often be found fishing along the banks of the Tennessee River, hiking local trails, or spending weekends with friends exploring the backroads of Alabama.  His love for nature was matched only by his love for sports. He participated in school athletics, where his determina...

Atlantic City authorities have confirmed the identity of the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday night, marking yet another tragic instance of gun violence in the city. The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office announced Saturday that 40-year-old Robert Stanley Davis of Atlantic City was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head outside the Shore Park Apartments. At approximately 8:53 p.m. on Thursday evening, Atlantic City police responded to a 911 call reporting a man lying motionless on the sidewalk near 225 North Virginia Avenue. The address is just a short distance—roughly half a mile—from the bustling Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Officers who arrived at the scene discovered Davis unresponsive, suffering from what appeared to be a critical head injury caused by gunfire. Despite efforts by first responders, Davis was pronounced dead at the scene shortly afterward. An autopsy conducted later confirmed what police suspected at the scene—the cause of death was a gunshot...