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LaShonda Harrell is in so much painmost days she can barely stand up. The Austell resident was diagnosed with Stage 4 metastasized breast cancer two years ago. "The pain can be a 10," said Harrell, 43. "If you've ever had the flu and you feel like yourbones ache, imagine that every day."
Mary Holman Johnson exhibit opens at Johnson Center for the Arts
The Johnson Center for the Arts is a-buzz with the excitement at the opening of Mary Holman Johnson’s exhibit, “Time Travel-My Creative Journey.” The exhibit will close on October 4. Between the opening and closing of Johnson’s exhibit, there will be several opportunities to meet the artist, to renew old friendships and to make new […] The post Mary Holman Johnson exhibit opens at Johnson Center for the Arts appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
New signs leading the way at the Pioneer Museum
The staff of the Pioneer Museum of Alabama is always looking for new and different ways to promote the museum and to make visitors’ visits more informative and more enjoyable. Barbara Tatom and her staff realized that a change in the museum’s exterior signage would make it more attractive and provide information that would make […] The post New signs leading the way at the Pioneer Museum appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TH&R enjoys hands on petting zoo
Animals can have a positive effect on those who reside in nursing homes or other health care facilities. That was evident when several agencies teamed up to bring a petting zoo to the residents at Troy Health & Rehab on Thursday. Compassus Hospice, Troy Regional Medical Center and Troy Regional Medical Center Home Health made […] The post TH&R enjoys hands on petting zoo appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Sav-A-Life one step closer to fundraising goal
The Vine sponsored Movie Night at its church Friday night. Ticket donations and concessions raised more than $3,000 for Sav-A-Life’s future building project. Jane Ward, executive director of Sav-A-Life Womens Center in Troy, said she wanted to thank The Vine Church for its fundraising efforts on behalf of Sav-A-Life. Proceeds from Movie Night will be […] The post Sav-A-Life one step closer to fundraising goal appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Robotic pets help seniors with dementia at TRMC
Troy Regional Medical Center now has Robotic Companion Pets that are used for therapy with its patients. These pets were designed for seniors with dementia to help them and their caregivers. “Dementia Friendly Alabama is an advocate of the pets for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia” said Janet Stewart, TRMC marketing director. “Robotic companion […] The post Robotic pets help seniors with dementia at TRMC appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
McCall arrested for Central High burglary
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s office apprehended a suspect Thursday, a local man accused of stealing resources from local classrooms. A Gordonville man, Jermichael McCall, 32 was arrested on July 18 in connection with two robberies at Central High School in Hayneville. He is held at the John Hulett Detention Facility facing charges of third-degree burglary […]
2, including 65-year-old man, injured in Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Two people were injured following an overnight shooting in Columbus. Police were called to the 1000 block of Floyd Road, near Buena Vista Road, shortly before 11 p.m. Friday. That’s where authorities found a 65-year-old man shot and a woman injured by glass shards. Their injuries are said to be non-life-threatening.
Enrollment begins for Harris County Schools’ Free and Reduced-Price School Meal program
HARRIS COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — With the school year getting closer every day, the Harris County School District is asking qualified families to apply for the school’s Free and Reduced-Price School Meal program. For the second year in a row, the application process will be done primarily online through www.EZMealApp.com, but there are several ways […]
Last chance to dine at Auburn’s original 1978 Country’s Barbecue on Friday, July 19
AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) – Big news for BBQ lovers in Auburn! Country’s Barbecue is undergoing a three-million-dollar expansion, marking the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter for the beloved restaurant. For more than four decades, Country’s Barbecue has been a staple in Auburn, with generations of families making memories there. Carol […]
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