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‘To the moon and back:’ Seeds from moon mission planted in Pike County
Say the words “to the moon and back” in today’s society and the reference is, most often, from mother to child. “I love you to the moon and back.” However, “to the moon and back” began as a tree story. The story as told is that “Moon Trees” are the result of seedlings that were […] The post ‘To the moon and back:’ Seeds from moon mission planted in Pike County appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Art Play a new way for kids to have fun
The Johnson Center for the Arts offers kids a new way to play-ArtPlay. Andrea Pack, JCA director, said she could put Art-Play into words but that would not be sufficient. “You would have to just come and see kids at ArtPlay,” Pack said. The Johnson Center for the Arts now has a room in the […] The post Art Play a new way for kids to have fun appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Brundidge Council submits CDBG application
Prior to the Brundidge City Council’s regular meeting on Tuesday night, a public hearing was held to discuss the city’s submission for an application for the Program Year 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). In regular session, the council considered a resolution approving Poly, Inc. for engineering pending the receipt of PY 2024 CDBG funds […] The post Brundidge Council submits CDBG application appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Storytime is anytime at the TPL
The Troy Public Library will be abuzz with activity Monday and Tuesday of this week as Kate Deal, children’s librarian has fun and exciting adventures planned. Story Time for ages four and five will be at 2 p.m. Monday and Deal will take them on story to,s time adventure. The youngsters play games and have […] The post Storytime is anytime at the TPL appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
The State of Troy: Mayor Reeves speaks at Exchange Club
Troy Mayor Jason Reeves stopped by the Troy Exchange Club on Thursday and gave an overall update on the city. Reeves discussed a number of topics such as growth in Troy, utility bills and more. Reeves, who has served in city government in Troy for nearly three decades, said that one of the biggest changes […] The post The State of Troy: Mayor Reeves speaks at Exchange Club appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Juneteenth celebration Saturday in Brundidge
Citizens of Brundidge will celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday at the Bass House on Main Street from noon until 4 p.m. Everyone is invited to be a part of this celebration, said Brundidge Mayor Isabell Boyd. “We have an amazing lineup of speakers and singers all afternoon long,” Boyd said. “So, we invite everyone to come […] The post Juneteenth celebration Saturday in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Sickle Cell Awareness Walk Saturday
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Iota Eta Sigma Chapter will host a Sickle Cell Awareness Walk, Saturday, June 22, at Troy Parks and Recreation Center from 8 until 11 a.m. The Sickle Cell Awareness Walk will be held in honor of Braidon Hill and Rhoer Navaeh Foster, youngsters from Troy who are dealing with sickle cell […] The post Sickle Cell Awareness Walk Saturday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Demolition crew taking down old Colonial Bank building in Troy
A Demolition crew currently taking down the old Colonial Bank building in front of the Highway 231 Troy Marketplace Shopping Center. The post Demolition crew taking down old Colonial Bank building in Troy appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Oddballs win senior league
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The City of Troy in known for its league championships in several different sports. Now, the city can take pride in, yet, another prestigious championship … bowling. The Troy Oddballs are the champions of the Elite division of the National Senior Bowling League.
Shelia Compton, representing Troy Miracle League, spoke at todays Troy Rotary meeting
Shelia Compton spoke today at the Troy Rotary Club meeting. Shelia and her son, Sheldon, were representing the Troy Miracle League. The Troy Miracle League is currently raising money for a new playing surface at the their field located at Troy Parks and Recreation. The miracle league has currently raised $70,000 with a goal of […] The post Shelia Compton, representing Troy Miracle League, spoke at todays Troy Rotary meeting appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Rick Smith elected President of AlaHA Southeast Regional Council
Rick Smith, FACHE, CEO at Troy Regional Medical Center, was elected president of the Southeast Regional Council of the Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA). The election took place at the Association’s recent annual meeting. “The regional hospital councils offer a crucial platform for hospital leaders to network and share best practices, which is incredibly valuable in […] The post Rick Smith elected President of AlaHA Southeast Regional Council appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County Chamber of Commerce hires Dianna Lee as new Executive Assistant
Earlier this month, the Pike County Chamber of Commerce announced the hiring of longtime Troy resident Dianna Lee as the new Chamber Executive Assistant. Lee is a Mobile native that originally came to Troy in 1981, earning a Bachelor’s Degree from Troy University. After graduating, she briefly left Troy before returning and has spent nearly […] The post Pike County Chamber of Commerce hires Dianna Lee as new Executive Assistant appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
GoodTimes Bowling holding Grand Opening on Monday
GoodTimes Bowling is holding is grand opening at its Troy location on June 17 at 4 p.m. GoodTimes features 16 bowling lanes and a full-service kitchen/restaurant with a giant arcade with more than 20 games including air hockey, racing games, Halo, basketball and much more. It also features a Fast and Furious racing game that […] The post GoodTimes Bowling holding Grand Opening on Monday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Post 145 honors veterans at Serenity Lodge
American Legion Post 145 in Brundidge donated a large charcoal grill to Serenity Lodge, in Brundidge on Thursday. Chance Graham, post commander, said Serenity Lodge is home to several veterans and Post 145 wants to let them know that neither they nor their service has been forgotten. “We don’t want to ever forget those who […] The post Post 145 honors veterans at Serenity Lodge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
bSweet and read with Friends of the Library this summer
Friends of the Troy Public Library would like to say congratulations to every child who participates in the Troy Public Library’s Summer Program and completes a reading log. Bonnie Souders, Friends of the Troy Public Library president, and Joyce Cooper, Friends of the Library, met with Jeanna Barnes, owner of bSweet Bakery in downtown Troy, […] The post bSweet and read with Friends of the Library this summer appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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