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Alabama militia-member arrested in Georgia for illegally possessing gun while trying to buy horse
FITZGERALD, Ga. — Joshua Colston traveled from his home in Corinth, Mississippi to Fitzgerald in Ben Hill County in 2022 to buy a horse and "get off the grid," prosecutors say. However, he got a lot more than he was bargaining for. But instead of riding off on horseback,...
Alabama man pleads guilty to federal charges for importing stuffed protected bird of prey
An Alabama man facing multiple federal counts pleaded guilty Monday in New York City to importing a stuffed protected bird of prey without notifying the U.S. Department of the Interior, records showed. Eufaula resident Toney Jones pleaded guilty to violating one count of the Endangered Species Act in federal court...
Alabama Supreme Court authorizes third nitrogen gas execution
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A third person is set to be executed by nitrogen gas, Alabama authorized Wednesday, months after becoming the first state to put a person to death with the previously untested method. The Alabama Supreme Court granted the state attorney general’s request to authorize the execution of Carey Dale Grayson, one of four teenagers […]
Last known US slave ship must stay under Alabama coast waters: Report
MOBILE, Alabama: After a year-long investigation, a task force of archaeologists, engineers and historians said the last known U.S. slave ship is too "broken" and decayed to be extracted from the murky waters of the Alabama Gulf Coast without being dismembered. The Alabama Historical Commission task force said the Clotilda,...
Troy police chief announces retirement
TROY, Ala. (WTVY) - Troy Police Chief Randall Barr announced Thursday in a letter to Mayor Jason Reeves, the Troy City Council and citizens of the Pike County City that he would be retiring after a nearly 35-and-a-half year career as a law enforcement officer. In that letter, Chief Barr...
It’s rodeo time at Cattlemen Park
Put on your boots and spurs and hitch up your horse. It’s rodeo time at Cattleman Park. The Pike County Cattleman’s 31st annual Professional Cowboys Association Rodeo is set for Friday and Saturday nights, August 25 and 26 at Cattleman Park. Around 100-plus cowboys and cowgirls from throughout Alabama and several other states will compete […] The post It’s rodeo time at Cattlemen Park appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Ammo manufacturer set to expand in Greenville
Pigeon Creek Manufacturing, a burgeoning company in Greenville, is set to significantly impact the local economy with plans to expand its operations and hire hundreds of new employees over the next few years. The company’s current expansion, which is already underway, is expected to bring 70 new jobs to Greenville and Butler County by January. […] The post Ammo manufacturer set to expand in Greenville appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
‘Trojan Ale’ set to debut at Troy Trojans football season opener
TROY, Ala. (WSFA) - Troy University Athletics announced Friday that a new craft beer will be available at “The Vet” as part of the 2024 season. The new craft beer, “Trojan Ale,” was made possible through a partnership with Troy Athletics, Folklore Brewing and Meadery, and Horn Beverage. The session blonde ale is the university’s first officially licensed craft beer. It will debut to the public at Troy’s football season opener against Nevada on August 31 at Veterans Memorial Stadium.
Dothan native represents district at Democratic National Convention
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Mary Elizabeth Parker’s interest in politics began in the sixth grade, which, according to her, was probably a bit soon. A recent graduate of Samford University, Parker is now headed to Chicago as a delegate for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The opportunity stemmed from...
Troy Football Fan Day, Kickoff Party set for Saturday
TROY, Ala. (WTVY) - Football season is ready to get kicked off and the Troy Trojans are ready to do so in style. The team is set to host their Fan Day on Saturday, August 17 from Veterans Memorial Stadium. Starting at 10 a.m., fans will be able to watch...
Laura Aaron Mixon memorial scholarship aims to spread “love and light” to new choral students
In honor of longtime music educator and former Troy University faculty member, the Laura Aaron Mixon Memorial Choral Scholarship has been established to help support budding choral music educators. Mixon earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music education from TROY and eventually went on to become a member...
27 years since Alabama teen Kemberly Ramer disappeared from her home
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Thursday, it has been exactly 27 years since a 17-year-old Opp, Alabama girl disappeared from her home, never to be seen again. Kemberly Ramer was about to be a senior in high school. After graduation, she planned to go to college in Mobile. The night she disappeared, Kem had […]
Troy Athletics mourns passing of team physician, Dr. Mickey DiChiara
Longtime Troy University Athletics team physician Dr. Peter “Mickey” DiChiara passed away on Monday, Aug. 12, at the age of 73. DiChiara spent nearly four decades as a team physician for Troy Athletics. DiChiara is a Bessemer native and attended University of Alabama, serving as photographer for The Crimson White. DiChiara served in the U.S. […] The post Troy Athletics mourns passing of team physician, Dr. Mickey DiChiara appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Eagles fall in competitive season opener
TROY, Ala. — In an aggressive match, Eastern scored late in the first half to tie it one a piece. A slow start in the second half, and a set piece header from Troy would be the deciding factor in the 2-1 defeat. A humid and hot day on...
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