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Spring Fest set for Saturday in downtown Brundidge
Spring Fest, the annual arts and crafts show in Brundidge is set for Saturday on the grounds of the historic Bass House on South Main Street. Everyone is invited to “drop by” and take a chance on winning $500. Jeanette Lampley, president of the sponsoring Brundidge Business Association, said the Cow Patty Drop always generates […] The post Spring Fest set for Saturday in downtown Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
National Day of Prayer gives thanks
The 2024 Bible Reading Marathon opened at 8 a.m. Monday, April 29, and closed at noon May 2 for the beginning of the National Day of Prayer, which is an annual day of observance designated by the United States Congress and held on the first Thursday of May. On that day, people are asked to […] The post National Day of Prayer gives thanks appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Man arrested for Brundidge shooting
A man has been arrested for a shooting at a Brundidge business in April. Brundidge Police Chief Sam Green said officers had responded to a shots fired cal in April and found multiple shell casing at a local business. Green said one person was struck during the incident and received medical treatment for a non-life […] The post Man arrested for Brundidge shooting appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Antonio Price receives life sentence for Troy rape
On Wednesday, May 1, Antonio Price of Troy entered a guilty plea to the charges of first degree rape, first degree theft and first degree unlawful imprisonment and was sentenced to life in prison. According to a release from 12th Judicial Circuit District Attorney James Tarbox, the charges related to this case were reported to the Troy Police Department on Aug. 17, […] The post Antonio Price receives life sentence for Troy rape appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
National Day of Prayer begins at noon Thursday
The annual local Bible Reading Marathon began at 8 a.m. Monday at the gazebo on the square in downtown Troy. The Bible has been read continuously by individuals, families, churches and groups. The 2024 Bible Reading Marathon will close at noon today for Pike County’s National Day of Prayer program at the gazebo. Linda Adams, […] The post National Day of Prayer begins at noon Thursday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Battle thundered at Hobdy’s Bridge
The Battle of Hobdy’s Bridge will be a highlight of the Pioneer Museum of Alabama’s “Thunder on the Three Notch” on Friday and Saturday. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said, at 2 p.m. each day, the museum will present “Thunder on the Three Notch, a reenactment of the Battle of Hobdy’s Bridge. Prior to the battle, […] The post Battle thundered at Hobdy’s Bridge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Spring Fest Saturday in Brundidge
Spring Fest, the annual arts and crafts show in Brundidge is set for Saturday on the grounds of the historic Bass House on South Main Street. Everyone is invited said Jeanette Lampley, president of the sponsoring Brundidge Business Association. Lampley said, as usual, Spring Fest is a fun festival with music, dancing, games, demo booths, […] The post Spring Fest Saturday in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Enterprise woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in connection to 2021 death of Ariton woman
On May 1, Enterprise resident Andrea Stacy entered a guilty plea to the charge of Manslaughter in connection to the death of Ariton resident Brittanie Ferguson. According to a release by 12th Judicial Circuit District Attorney James Tarbox, evidence in the case showed that on Dec. 23, 2021, Stacy was traveling in the wrong lane […] The post Enterprise woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in connection to 2021 death of Ariton woman appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
History comes alive when ‘thunder’ rolls
The Pioneer Museum of Alabama will host “Thunder on the Three Notch,” one of its most popular and well-attended events from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said the re-enactment of the Battle of Hobdy’s Bridge, the critical action of the Creek War of 1836 […] The post History comes alive when ‘thunder’ rolls appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
National Day of Prayer follows Bible Reading Marathon
The Bible is being read without ceasing at the 2024 Bible Reading Marathon at the gazebo on the square in downtown Troy. The Bible Reading Marathon leads to up the National Day of Prayer the first Thursday in May. The Bible Reading Marathon is an opportunity for people of all ages to read from and […] The post National Day of Prayer follows Bible Reading Marathon appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Signing day for workforce ready students
When high school students decide to attend a four-year college, they usually celebrate their decisions with a signing day. On Monday, students in Pike County who have decided to join the workforce were recognized in the same way. The Troy-Pike Center for Technology hosted signing day for 27 graduating seniors at Troy City and Pike […] The post Signing day for workforce ready students appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Senior Spotlight: Whitney Gholston of Pike County High School
The Messenger will be doing a Senior Spotlight on a student from each high school in The Messenger’s coverage area. Pike County High School senior Whitney Gholston has raked in a number of scholarships during her high school career. Gholston is the recipient of the AKA Book Scholarship, a $32,000 scholarship from the University of […] The post Senior Spotlight: Whitney Gholston of Pike County High School appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy University receives “Moon Tree” from NASA’s Artemis I mission
By Savanah Weed After receiving hundreds of applications, Troy University was selected by NASA to receive a “Moon Tree” seedling that flew around the moon on the 2022 Artemis I mission. The loblolly pine tree seedling was delivered on Friday morning. Over multiple rounds of selections, NASA chose institutions based on an organization’s ability to care […] The post Troy University receives “Moon Tree” from NASA’s Artemis I mission appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy PD/FD to participate in CHMS Flag Football Game, Miracle League Game
The Troy Police Department and Troy Fire Department will be joining up to take part in Charles Henderson Middle School’s Spring Flag Football game this week along with taking part in Buddy Night with the Troy Miracle League later in May. The annual Spring Flag Football Game featuring the Troy Fire Department and Troy Police […] The post Troy PD/FD to participate in CHMS Flag Football Game, Miracle League Game appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy University Alumni Association kicks off Membership in May drive on Wednesday
Wednesday, May 1, will mark the official kickoff for the Troy University National Alumni Association’s annual Membership in May campaign in downtown Troy. From 8 until 9:30 a.m. at Fuse Coffee in Downtown Troy, the alumni association will be renewing and enrolling new members to the national alumni association as well as local alumni chapters […] The post Troy University Alumni Association kicks off Membership in May drive on Wednesday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Signing Day at technology center
The Troy Pike Center for Technology hosted a Careers Are Fun Day on Monday with two sessions with different groups of students in grades 10-12 from Charles Henderson High School Goshen High School and Pike County High School. Jamie Rich, assistant principal, Troy Pike Center for Technology, said Careers Are Fun Day was an opportunity for students […] The post Signing Day at technology center appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Thunder on Three Notch features re-enactments
Sites where history comes alive are among the most visited throughout the country. Of course, there is nothing to compare with The Alamo and Boston Harbor, However, on May 3 and 4, the Pioneer Museum of Alabama will feature an event that will include everything from campsite cooking to a battle between the settlers and […] The post Thunder on Three Notch features re-enactments appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Former Troy journalist dies
Francine (Fran) Moman Sharp, a former journalist with the Troy Messenger and the Troy Progress, passed away on April 16, 2024. She was a resident of Wilsonville, Alabama. Fran’s husband, the late Joe Sharp, was a longtime physician in Troy. Their sons, John and Jason, were actively involved in school and community activities. A memorial […] The post Former Troy journalist dies appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
2024 Bible Reading Marathon begins
The annual Bible Reading Marathon began at 8 a.m. Monday at the gazebo on Troy’s downtown square with the words: “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth…” The 2024 Bible Reading Marathon will conclude at noon on Thursday, May 2, the National Day of Prayer. Linda Adams, Salem-Troy Baptist Association, said the […] The post 2024 Bible Reading Marathon begins appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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