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- Teresa Gwen McCormick Hall
Teresa Gwen McCormick Hall, known to family and friends simply as Gwen, passed away at the age of 69. Born June 2, 1957, in Hartford City, Indiana, she was the youngest of three daughters born to Billy J. McCormick and Johnnie Northern McCormick. Gwen became a Christian in her early teens. From an early age, she showed a strong creative and artistic ability that would become an important part of her life. While living and working in Tuscaloosa, Gwen met... Read More - USDA launches screwworm page for hunters ahead of deer seasonWith hunting season approaching, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched a New World screwworm web page written for hunters, wildlife professionals and others who spend time in the field, the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries said Sept. 8. New World screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae burrow into the flesh of living animals and feed on living tissue. It can infest livestock, pets, wildlife and, less commonly, people. Wildlife can spread the pest over wide areas and... Read More
- ALEA counts six traffic deaths over Labor Day weekend, none on the waterState troopers investigated six fatal traffic crashes during the four-day Labor Day enforcement period, Sept. 4 through 7, the same number as in 2025, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said Sept. 8. None of the fatal crashes was in Perry County or the surrounding counties; they occurred in Baldwin, Cleburne, Colbert, Shelby and Lauderdale counties. Over the four days, troopers investigated 322 crashes with 107 injuries, issued 2,481 citations and 1,369 warnings and made 34 DUI arrests, the agency said.... Read More
- Thomas “Travis” Averette
Thomas “Travis” Averette, 65, of Tuscaloosa, passed away Sunday, Sept. 6, at Glen Haven nursing home. Graveside services were held Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 10:30 a.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery, 630 Spring Hill Road, Greensboro, with Brother Ray Hallman officiating. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel directed the service. Born June 7, 1961, Travis grew up in Duncanville, a place he always treasured as the “old home place.” He was the ultimate family connector, constantly calling loved ones to share family news and birthday... Read More - Geraldine Marcus
Geraldine S. Marcus, 79, died September 5. She was born July 7, 1947, in Moundville to the late Elmer and Odell Smith. She was a woman of faith, strength and compassion. She dedicated her life to her family, her community and all those she encountered. She was known for her kind heart, generous spirit and willingness to help others. Geraldine cherished her family above all else. She enjoyed listening to music and will always be remembered for her beautiful smile.... Read More