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Women In Blue raising colon cancer awareness
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death for men and women. For this reason, the Women in Blue are all committed to increasing Colon Cancer Awareness and raising money for the Cancer Wellness Foundation of Central Alabama during the month of March. “With the support of […] The post Women In Blue raising colon cancer awareness appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Fabulous Kitchen Traditions-Continued:’ Edith Synco releases second cookbook
One scoop of ice cream is never enough. And, one piece of pie deserves another. With that in mind, Edith Synco decided one cookbook chock-full of tried and true recipes dating back to great-grandma and moving forward, was not enough. So, Synco decided the cookbook she released four years ago, titled “Fabulous Kitchen Traditions” needed […] The post ‘Fabulous Kitchen Traditions-Continued:’ Edith Synco releases second cookbook appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
The new Happy Shack food truck arrives in Pike County
Troy resident Kia Jo Hussey unveiled her new food truck, the Happy Shack, to the Pike County area last week at Sipps Food Court. Hussey, who also works in healthcare, had always wanted to run her own restaurant, and a food truck is the first step in that goal. “I’ve always wanted to own by […] The post The new Happy Shack food truck arrives in Pike County appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Park Memorial celebrates St. Patricks
Park Memorial celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with Family Game Night. Families and friends of all ages played assorted board games and card games. As challenging and as fun as the games were, the highlight of St. Patrick’s Day and Game Night was a sampling of treats from the upcoming cookbook, “Fabulous Family Traditions, Continued.” For […] The post Park Memorial celebrates St. Patricks appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Red flag warning could save your life
The Urology Health Foundation in Birmingham will hold a free prostate cancer screening for men 40 years and older on from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Pike County Health Department at 900 South Franklin Drive in Troy. Dr. Thomas Moody, president of the Urology Health Foundation in Birmingham said it is […] The post Red flag warning could save your life appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Moe’s Original BBQ now open
Moe’s Original BBQ announces the grand opening of its newest location in the heart of Downtown Troy. What Moe’s Original BBQ brings to Troy is “A Southern Soul Food Revival.” The newest location of Moe’s Original BBQ is conveniently located just off the square at115 West Church Street, across from the Pike County Courthouse. Moe’s […] The post Moe’s Original BBQ now open appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Petrified wood retrieved from Pea River
Jeff Ellis, of the Tarentum, area dug up a load of wood from the sandy bottom of Pea River in Pike County. At the time, he didn’t think about the heavy load of wood as anything more than a load of trees being removed from the river. But, he quickly realized that the load was […] The post Petrified wood retrieved from Pea River appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Goat’ Walker: Getting what he deserves?
Going through and discarding the effects of a loved one is not an easy task, but it’s a necessary one. After Tommy Horn’s dad, Ray, died, a journey through his past led to discoveries that enlightened his life and directed him along paths he would not have taken otherwise. Horn discovered a scrapbook that belonged […] The post ‘Goat’ Walker: Getting what he deserves? appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy University ATO’s 2024 Walk Hard raises $105K for wounded veterans
By Savanah Weed Panama City Beach, Fla.– Exhaustion, endurance, elation—these feelings were a common theme after 35 brothers of Troy University’s Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity ran into the waves at Panama City Beach, Fla., Thursday afternoon after completing a 128.3 mile, six-day walk in support of wounded veterans that raised $105,000. The fraternity’s annual Spring […] The post Troy University ATO’s 2024 Walk Hard raises $105K for wounded veterans appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
County Road 3316 closed March 18-19
The Pike County Road Department will be temporarily closing County Road 3316 in Brundidge on March 18-19 for crossdrain replacement. County Road 3316 is the main roadway from Alabama Highway 87 at Spring Hill east to U.S. Highway 231 in Brundidge, running past the Walmart Distribution Center. No onsite detour will be provided. The road […] The post County Road 3316 closed March 18-19 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Masonic Lodge #56 shows appreciation to Crowe’s Chicken
Troy Masonic Lodge #56 shows appreciation to Crowe’s Chicken Crowe’s Chicken in downtown Brundidge has something to crow about. “Always,” say members of the Grand Lodge of Alabama, Troy Lodge #56. Troy Lodge members, Freddie Turner and Hal Lee were at Crowe’s Chicken in Brundidge on Thursday morning to express appreciation to Crowe’s owner, Patsy […] The post Troy Masonic Lodge #56 shows appreciation to Crowe’s Chicken appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Miss, Little Miss Brundidge Pageant registration open
The Miss and Little Miss Brundidge Pageant is set for April 6 at the Pike County High School Auditorium in Brundidge. The Miss Brundidge Pageant is a preliminary pageant for the National Peanut Festival Pageant held annually in Dothan in October Laterah Baxter, pageant coordinator, said there will be two pageants. “The first pageant will […] The post Miss, Little Miss Brundidge Pageant registration open appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
A day inside “The Gem atop the Hill”
By Tyler Steele Tyler Steele is a student intern with Troy University. Charles Henderson High School, also known as “the gem atop the hill,” is a public school located in Troy that offers classes for ninth through 12th graders. Students are taught your core classes, such as math, science, English, and history, but students also […] The post A day inside “The Gem atop the Hill” appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Lawrence Paint and Hardware to hold grand opening March 21-23 after ACE partnership
Lawrence Paint and Hardware, a staple in the Troy community for decades, will be showing off its new look March 21-23 with a grand opening after its partnership with ACE Hardware. While that partnership means a newly remodeled store and ACE brand of products, that doesn’t mean Lawrence Paint and Hardware has sold out. “One […] The post Lawrence Paint and Hardware to hold grand opening March 21-23 after ACE partnership appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Baleage Field Day is set for April 11
Cool Season Forages Baleage Field Day is set for April 11 at the Tarentum Community Center at 1677 Alabama Highway 125 south of Brundidge. Registration will be from 8:30 until 9 a.m. with the welcome and introductions by Rickey Hudson and Mike Chirico. The agenda for the meeting is: 9:15-9:45 a.m. is Quality Baleage Production, […] The post Baleage Field Day is set for April 11 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Blooming Business Showcase March 21
Save the date for the Blooming Business Showcase, a community-wide event at The IDEA Bank on Troy’s downtown square from 5-until 7 p.m. March 21. The Blooming Business Showcase features the spring student entrepreneur market that highlights Troy University students, who are willing to risk a loss in hopes of making money on a venture. […] The post Blooming Business Showcase March 21 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Empty Bowls offers opportunities to feed the hungry
The Pike County Salvation Army’s advisory board met Wednesday to discuss plans for the organization’s annual Empty Bowls Luncheon. The luncheon will be from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on April 5, at the fellowship hall of Bush Baptist Church in Troy. Each year, those who participate in the annual fundraiser make it possible for […] The post Empty Bowls offers opportunities to feed the hungry appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Southeast Gas’ 2024 Give Back to Schools Initiative donates more than $9,000 to Troy City Schools
Southeast Gas recently announced its 2024 Give Back to Schools contribution of $133,000 to 20 public school systems in Alabama. Troy City Schools was one of the school districts to receive funding through this initiative. Southeast Gas donated a total of $9,681 to Troy City Schools as a part of its annual Give Back to […] The post Southeast Gas’ 2024 Give Back to Schools Initiative donates more than $9,000 to Troy City Schools appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Miss Trecy’-The face of Pike Liberal Arts School
Pike Liberal Arts School was founded in 1970. Teachers, principals and students have come and gone. Trecy Gray came 44 years ago and has stayed and has become the face of PLAS. Gray, PLAS administrative assistant, laughs at the thought of that. “I’m just the first face people see when they come through the door,” […] The post ‘Miss Trecy’-The face of Pike Liberal Arts School appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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