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Brundidge celebrates Independence Day
Although, the mercury was doing its best the keep up with the rising temperature, people came out to celebrate America’s Independence in parade fashion in Brundidge on Saturday afternoon. Brundidge Mayor Isabell Boyd said the Brundidge Independence Day Parade is held annually on the Saturday before the Fourth of July. “We all look forward to […] The post Brundidge celebrates Independence Day appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Step back to yesterday at Meeksville
Meeksville in northern Pike County is known far and wide for its annual Fourth of July Parade. The parade tradition began across the way at China Grove and continues at Meeksville. Earnest Green, a longtime member of the sponsoring Meeksville Fire Department, said the annual Fourth of July Parade was a tradition too good to […] The post Step back to yesterday at Meeksville appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pioneer Museum celebrates the Fourth
The Pioneer Museum of Alabama has planned a full day of activities in celebration of Independence Day, July 4, (Thursday) and will be open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said a special event of the day’s activities will be the dedication of the Locklar Rolling Store, 1947-2002, a recent addition […] The post Pioneer Museum celebrates the Fourth appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pioneer Museum of Alabama to welcome Locklar’s Rolling Store as permanent display
The Pioneer Museum of Alabama will be “Rolling” into the Fourth of July with regular museum hours 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and a special celebration of the 1947 Locklar Rolling Store’s becoming a permanent addition to the museum from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said the grand opening of the […] The post Pioneer Museum of Alabama to welcome Locklar’s Rolling Store as permanent display appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Liberty Tree’ stands as a reminder of America’s freedom
On the Fourth of July each year, all America celebrates its liberty from bondage with parades, barbecues, picnics, fireworks, flying flags and family gatherings. And, perhaps, not with such fanfare, is a salute to America’s freedom, to an elm tree, a Liberty Tree, one of which stands proudly at Liberty Park in Brundidge. The significance […] The post ‘Liberty Tree’ stands as a reminder of America’s freedom appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Meeksville Parade on Fourth of July
Meeksville in northern Pike County is known far and wide for its annual Fourth of July Parade. The parade tradition began across the way at China Grove and continues at Meeksville. Earnest Green, a longtime member of the sponsoring Meeksville Fire Department, said the annual Fourth of July Parade was a tradition too good to […] The post Meeksville Parade on Fourth of July appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Tragic car accident claims two Pike County residents
Brundidge Police Chief Sam C. Green said the Brundidge Police Department is investigating a motor vehicle crash that claimed the lives of two people. Green said Heather Minton, 40 of Troy, died from injuries sustained in a crash that occurred on Pike County Road 4421 in Brundidge Thursday evening. Green said a juvenile passenger in […] The post Tragic car accident claims two Pike County residents appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Special Fourth of July event at Pioneer Museum
In addition to Fourth of July parades, fireworks and barbecues across the county, the Pioneer Museum of Alabama will be Rolling into the Fourth with regular museum hours 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and a special celebration of the Locklar’s Rolling Store’s becoming a permanent addition to the museum. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said the […] The post Special Fourth of July event at Pioneer Museum appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Celebrate the Fourth in Brundidge
Just how long the City of Brundidge has celebrated the Fourth of July with a downtown, main street parade, no one is exactly sure. However, Brundidge has a long and storied history of parades, with Fourth of July/Independence Day parades high on the list. “The City of Brundidge has hosted parades at Christmas, on patriotic […] The post Celebrate the Fourth in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Take control of your business at the IDEA Bank
“Take Control of Your Business,” an event of the Summer Workshop Series, was held on Wednesday afternoon at the IDEA Bank on the square in downtown Troy. After lunch, Charla Brown, Ph.D. assistant professor, Troy University, Sorrell College of Business, pictured, was the opening speaker. Brown emphasized Walt Disney’s business model: The goal of marketing […] The post Take control of your business at the IDEA Bank appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pioneer Museum rolls into the Fourth
The Pioneer Museum of Alabama is “Rolling into the Fourth! On Thursday, the Fourth of July 2024, the Pioneer Museum of Alabama will christen a new addition to the museum’s outdoor exhibits, the Locklar Rolling Store, est. 1947. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said the history of the rolling store that served the area around Union […] The post Pioneer Museum rolls into the Fourth appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Began your Independence Day celebration Saturday in Brundidge
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29. Everyone is invited to get the Fourth of July celebration off to a patriotic red, white and blue beginning along Main Street in downtown Brundidge. Parade time is 1 p.m. The parade line-up will be at 12 noon on Veterans Boulevard on the north […] The post Began your Independence Day celebration Saturday in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
WPA Theater hosts performance of ‘Starch in Their Petticoats’
On Sunday afternoon, the Brundidge Historical Society hosted a historical presentation, “Starch in Their Petticoats,” at the We Piddle Around Theater, with nationally acclaimed storyteller Dolores Hydock sharing the stories of these women who helped settle the American West. Johnny Garrett, BHS president, said “Starch in Their Petticoats” was sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Alliance […] The post WPA Theater hosts performance of ‘Starch in Their Petticoats’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County celebrates Independence Day three ways
If there is a more patriotic county than Pike County, Alabama let it be known. Pike County is geared up and ready for Independence Day or the Fourth of July with parades, amazing fireworks displays, barbecues, picnics and just enjoying being together in the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave. The […] The post Pike County celebrates Independence Day three ways appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Ashlee Stephens’ passion for her community brings her to DaySpring Hospice
Troy native Ashlee Stephens brings her 16 years of experience in hospice care to DaySpring Hospice. DaySpring is a privately-owned hospice with offices in Enterprise, Dothan and Andalusia serving these communities since 2003. Hospice care concentrates on end-of-life care for patients. Stephens serves as the community liaison for the Enterprise and Troy areas. DaySpring covers […] The post Ashlee Stephens’ passion for her community brings her to DaySpring Hospice appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Juneteenth celebrated in Brundidge
Citizens of Brundidge celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday at the Bass House on Main Street from noon until 4 p.m. Brundidge Mayor Isabell Boyd said the celebration featured an amazing lineup of speakers and singers throughout the afternoon. “The weather was extremely hot so not as many attended as we had thought but all those who […] The post Juneteenth celebrated in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29. Everyone is invited to get the Fourth of July celebration off to a patriotic red, white and blue beginning along Main Street in downtown Brundidge. Parade time is 1 p.m. The parade line-up will be at 12 noon on Veterans Boulevard on the north […] The post The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
City of Troy offices to be closed July 4
In observance of Independence Day, all city of Troy offices and services will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Along with city offices being closed, there will also be no sanitation, recycling or grass picked up on July 4. Thursday’s route will be moved up to Wednesday, instead. All city services will return to regular […] The post City of Troy offices to be closed July 4 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Matilda: Pike County’s ‘Gal with Gusto’
When Matilda heard the Brundidge Historical Society was going to host a presentation of “Gals with Guts and Gusto”at the We Piddle Around Theater, she went straight to her closet and got out her gusto outfit – cowgirl 10-gallon hat, red bandanna, boots, water pistol and … a double dose of gusto. Matilda is known […] The post Matilda: Pike County’s ‘Gal with Gusto’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Edith Synco’s second cookbook now available
Edith Synco’s cookbook, “Fabulous Kitchen Traditions, Continued,” is now available. The popularity of Synco’s first cookbook, “Fabulous Kitchen Traditions,” along with many requests from others, were the encouragement for Synco to compile another book of more recipes to share. Synco said this second volume cookbook contains more than 450 recipes or more of her favorites as well […] The post Edith Synco’s second cookbook now available appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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