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Update: Expect strong thunderstorms in Pike County early Tuesday evening
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Tuesday at 3:45 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:15 p.m. for Pike County. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:45 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Antioch, or 8 miles west of...
PLAS pitcher Luke Barron plays in North-South All-Star game
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Pike Liberal Arts incoming senior Luke Barron participated in the 2024 AHSAA North vs South All-Star baseball game on Monday in Montgomery at the Riverwalk Stadium, home of the Montgomery Biscuits. The all-star teams were made up of the top players from around the state in the 1A-7A classifications. Barron played for the South team that defeated the North team 4-1. Barron pitched two innings giving up one hit and no earned runs. Barron commented on the experience, “It meant a lot to me to be invited and get to play in the game. There were a lot of kids there that are going on to play D1 baseball and it makes me realize that I can play with those guys.”
Local students have ‘Impact’ at Troy
Five local students made an “impact” last week as Troy University held their annual IMPACT session for incoming students of the college. Brewton area students who attended the session that completes orientation and enrollment for the upcoming Fall semester at Troy include James Dehoff, Carter Hodges, Jakari Paul, Dean Sasser and MaKenzie Thomas. John Ingram […] The post Local students have ‘Impact’ at Troy appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Prattville moves to condemn church-owned property for road improvements
PRATTVILLE − The City of Prattville has started condemnation proceedings on three parcels of land to make way for improvements of one of the city’s busiest thoroughfares. The City Council approved the moves during Tuesday night’s meeting. The matter will now go to the Autauga County Probate Court, where a fair market value of the parcels will be decided and the city will pay those prices for the land.
Been Together 30 years. “She Fuss at me Like My Mama Because She Concerned About My Well-Being …”
Met: September 1993, at Troy University. They were both members of the gospel choir and met during rehearsal the day Marc joined. “I was in the tenor section and she was leading the song we were rehearsing, and I thought she was cute. We didn’t actually talk to each other until we were getting ready for the African Alliance Fashion Show [on campus] and we were both modeling in the show… and during a break, she was standing at the water fountain and I went over and introduced myself, I said ‘Hi, my name is Marc’, and she said ‘I know who you are’, and I thought that was a good thing, I was smiling and then she wiped the smile off my face,” Marc laughed.
Troy University Lake Lagoona project underway
Work recently started at Troy University at the lagoon and the area leading up the hill to the Janice Hawkins Park and the Trojan Amphitheatre. The project is expected to be complete in the Spring of 2025. Troy University stated, “Troy University has begun work on the final phase to restore and beautify the […] The post Troy University Lake Lagoona project underway appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TPL Summer Reading Program ends with a blast
The celebration of a library’s summer reading program isn’t the end of the summer and it’s incentive to keep reading for study and for pleasure and individual learning. The last summer reading program at Troy Public Library was encouragement for kids to “let loose with their creativity,” said Kate Deal, children’s librarian. “During our last […] The post TPL Summer Reading Program ends with a blast appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Montgomery police officer under investigation for harassment charge
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Montgomery Police Department has initiated disciplinary proceedings against one of its officers after he was arrested. A police spokeswoman said Cephus Dixon, 43, has been charged with harassment. The details of the allegation are not yet available, but a news release indicates he was off duty.
Peanut Butter Festival seeking more vendors
In 1928, in the City of Brundidge, J.D. Johnston cranked out the city’s first commercially sold peanut butter in a two-story building on “Little Wall Street.” The peanut industry was the mainstay of the town’s economy through the Great Depression. In the 1950s, the larger peanut butter mills brought an end to the peanut butter […] The post Peanut Butter Festival seeking more vendors appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
GHS alumni celebrate ‘Cheers to 50 Years’
By Lois Robinson Special to The Greenville Advocate Members of Greenville High School’s (GHS) Class of 1974 convened at Beeland Park the weekend of June 21 – 23 to celebrate their once-in-a-lifetime 50-year golden reunion. Many thanks to the reunion committee led by classmate Sharon Purifoy Bradley for the fine job they did in […] The post GHS alumni celebrate ‘Cheers to 50 Years’ appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Pay It Forward: Amanda Wesson of Montgomery
Amanda Wesson started a porch pantry a few years ago to help out with food, hygiene items, and clothing for those in need. She will even drive to deliver items to the elderly or those who can’t pick it up themselves. The outreach is a labor of love that...
Selma woman accused of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars
A Selma woman is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars — from the company she worked for. Fifty-eight year old Linda Andrews has been arrested and charged with Theft-of-Property first-degree. Dallas Co. Sheriff Mike Granthum says Andrews worked as a clerk at the Selma construction company for...
Trojans' Chris Lewis out for the season following cancer diagnosis, treatment
TROY, Ala. (WTVY) - Troy University’s wide receiver Chris Lewis will not play football during the upcoming season following his bone cancer diagnosis and treatment, he told ESPN. Lewis first opened up about his cancer diagnosis in March, explaining that he learned about a malignant bone tumor behind his...
Montgomery Smooth Jazz Festival dates announced for September
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Montgomery Smooth Jazz Festival is officially set for Sept. 20 and 21 at the Riverwalk Amphitheater. The third annual celebration will highlight smooth jazz, blues and R&B artists. The line-up currently includes Boney James, Will Downing, Danien Escobat, Big Pokey Bear and West Love with more to be announced. Early […]
Angels draft ASU’s Randy Flores in the 8th round
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Alabama State University’s Randy Flores became the first Hornet to be drafted since 2018 on Monday. Flores became the 232nd overall pick when the Los Angeles Angels selected him in the eighth round of the MLB Draft. “I am extremely proud of the hard work...
Wooten becomes seven-time domino tournament champion
Jerome Wooten of Kansas City, Missouri, continued to make history in Andalusia on Friday when he won his seventh World Championship Domino Tournament title. Wooten won the 2024 Singles Tournament. He previously was singles champion in 2009, 2011, 2012, and 2013. He won the doubles title in 2010 and 2015. Wooten defeated Kenneth Curtis to […] The post Wooten becomes seven-time domino tournament champion appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
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