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Local woman shares epilepsy journey, raises awareness

Gadsden native Nancy Stewart was first diagnosed with epilepsy in November 2009. “I didn’t know what was happening to me, but I knew something was wrong,” Stewart said. She began experiencing dizzy spells, lightheadedness and head spasms that terrified her. After receiving her diagnosis, Stewart said she was in denial. “I thought if you had […]

Walter H. Plimpton

Walter H. Plimpton, 94, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 2. Walt lived a full and varied life marked by curiosity, creativity and dedication. He began his career as a chiropractor before following his passion for movement and becoming a professional dance instructor. Later, he found success as a developer, investor and […]

Michael David McCallie

Michael David McCallie, 54, of Rainbow City, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Nov. 3. Born on August 10, 1971, Michael was a lifelong resident of Rainbow City where he was known for his kindness, his sense of humor and his deep love for family, music and service. Michael was preceded in death by his beloved […]

M.C. Talton

MC Talton, 86, of Attalla, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Oct. 30. Talton, also known as mouse, touched all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked by hard work, strength like armor, and unconditional love. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, […]

Janelle Gladden Powell

Janelle Gladden Powell, 72, of Gadsden, died Thursday, Oct. 30.  Powell retired as the lunchroom manager at Highland Elementary School after 25 years of employment. She was of the Church of Christ faith; she attended Antioch Church of Christ as a child, and in later years was a member of Sand Rock Church of Christ. […]

James “Jim” Robert Russell

James “Jim” Robert Russell, 80, born on June 30, 1945, passed away on Nov. 4. He was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Brenda Mayo Bowlen

Brenda Mayo Bowlen, 76, of Altoona, Alabama, passed away on Oct. 29. Bowlen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Sonny Bowlen; her parents, Jay and Nell Mayo; and her siblings, James Mayo, Mary Evelyn Muskett, and Betty Mayfield. She retired from CSX Railroad after many years of dedicated service. Brenda loved gardening and […]

Alma Louise Alford

On Tuesday, Oct. 28, heaven gained a new angel. My beautiful sister, Alma, died at the age of 92. She was an angel in life to her younger brother and sisters, whom she unselfishly treated as her own. Alma never stopped helping family any time there was a need. A better sister could not be […]