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Troy University Financial Aid Vice Chancellor talks changes to FAFSA for 24-25 year
In anticipation of the 2024-2025 FAFSA Simplification Act, Troy University Associate Vice Chancellor of Financial Aid Alicia Bookout explains the new changes students and families can expect to encounter, including the application process, the Student Aid Index, Pell Grants and reportable assets, among others. “There are a number of benefits to the FAFSA Simplification Act, […] The post Troy University Financial Aid Vice Chancellor talks changes to FAFSA for 24-25 year appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Hearts for Hearts’ begins today at The Pig
The year 2024 is the 11th year that both Piggly Wiggly stores in Troy have sold red hearts to their customers in support of the Pike County Heart Board and the American Heart Association. “In the past, the customers at the Piggly Wiggly stores in Troy have been very responsive in purchasing the hearts at […] The post ‘Hearts for Hearts’ begins today at The Pig appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
W.A Gayle Planetarium to reopen Saturday
The W.A Gayle Planetarium in Montgomery has announced the re-opening of the planetarium along with the recent appointment of the new Planetarium Coordinator, William “Lee” Tinker. The grand reopening event will take place on Saturday, January 27, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. The event is free to all. The opening day […] The post W.A Gayle Planetarium to reopen Saturday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
AHS announces grant program, site events
The Alabama Historical Commission has expressed excitement about its Education Trust Fund grant program which opens today, Tuesday January 16. Applications will be accepted until March 29 and can be found on the AHC grants page. Lisa Jones, Executive Director, State Historic Preservation Officer, said she encourages organizations to consider applying for funding to help […] The post AHS announces grant program, site events appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Best of friends until the end
James “Booty” Bruce and Fitz Lee have been friends since they were students at Troy State University together. Their friendship was the “I’d do anything for you” kind. When the time came that Bruce needed a kidney transplant, Lee didn’t hesitate. “Booty was put on the donor list but it takes a long time to […] The post Best of friends until the end appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy community saddened by ‘Booty’ Bruce’s passing
The purpose of life is not to be happy but to matter, to be productive, to be useful, to have it make some difference that you have lived at all – Leo Rosten The death of James Bruce on January 21, 2024, brought a cloak of sadness over all those who knew and loved him. […] The post Troy community saddened by ‘Booty’ Bruce’s passing appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Master storytellers headline festival
The Pike Piddlers Storytelling is set for Friday night at the We Piddle Around Theater in Brundidge and at the Trojan Center Theater on the campus of Troy University on Saturday. This year’s festival will feature highly acclaimed storytellers Donald Davis, the Dean of Storytelling; Michael Reno Harrell, Appalachian picker and grinner; Dolores Hydock, highly […] The post Master storytellers headline festival appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Rotary hosts Rotary South District Mid-Year Conference
Last weekend Troy Rotary hosted the Rotary South District Mid-Year Conference at Troy University. Almost 40 Rotary clubs were represented at this year’s conference. Representing Troy Rotary at the conference were: District Governor Dr Earl Ingram, Becky Ingram, Ed Hedden, Brenda Campbell, Bob Mills, Bobby Rice and Suman Kumar. The post Troy Rotary hosts Rotary South District Mid-Year Conference appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
CHMS ranked as one of 25 most improved schools in Alabama
After the recent state report card for the 2022-2023 school year was released, a total of 50 Alabama schools have been recognized for their improvement by the state. A total of 25 schools will receive $2,000 awards, while the other 25 – for being the most improved – will receive an $8,000 award. Charles Henderson […] The post CHMS ranked as one of 25 most improved schools in Alabama appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy City Schools celebrates Board Appreciation Month
Troy City Schools showed their appreciation fro the Troy City Schools Board of Education on Jan. 22 in celebration of Board Appreciation Month. Troy Elementary, Charles Henderson Middle and Charles Henderson High School all showed their appreciation to Troy City Schools Board Members with gift baskets at the Jan. 22 board meeting. The post Troy City Schools celebrates Board Appreciation Month appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Mackey visits Banks school
Dr. Eric Mackey, Alabama State Superintendent and Angela Martin, Deputy State Superintendent recently visited Banks School. During the visit, they observed and participated in BARR lessons (Building Assets Reducing Risk). Tammy Calhoun, Banks School assistant principal, said BARR is a program that concentrates on building relationships between students and students with teachers. BARR is designed […] The post Mackey visits Banks school appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Amy Hixon brings her passion for hospice care to DaySpring Hospice
Recently, Troy native Amy Hixon began working with DaySpring Hospice, bringing her passion for patient care and years of experience to the independently owned business. Hixon – a graduate of Pike Liberal Arts and Auburn University – started out working in the emergency room (ER) and then worked for a number of years for the […] The post Amy Hixon brings her passion for hospice care to DaySpring Hospice appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County Schools recognizes Rev. Earnest Green for 33 years of service
Pike County Schools Superintendent Dr. Bazell recently recognized District 1 School Board member Rev. Earnest Green for 33 years of service on the board. Green, who grew up in the O’Ryan community, said he was shocked when he found out the school system wanted to recognize him. “It blew my mind,” he said with a […] The post Pike County Schools recognizes Rev. Earnest Green for 33 years of service appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Carrying on a country tradition
Don’t believe everything you read on the Internet. Banks Buy Rite is not a gas station. It’s also a grocery store, at a museum of rural yesteryear, a feed store….and the best home-style cooking to ever cross a palate. The Banks Buy Rite is just across the railroad crossing on Highway 29 in rural Pike […] The post Carrying on a country tradition appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Henry Huntley to speak at TAC event
The Troy Alumni Chapter (TAC) of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. has announced Brigadier General (Retired), U.S. Army, Henry Huntley as the keynote speaker for the TAC 2024 Scholarship Breakfast at 9 a.m. Saturday January 27, in the Trojan Center Ballroom on the Troy University campus. Gen. Huntley has held many command, operational and staff […] The post Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Henry Huntley to speak at TAC event appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TROY professors helping to protect native land in Louisiana with living shorelines, GRP grant
By Savanah Weed Troy University professors Dr. Chris Boyd and Dr. Xutong Niu have been selected to be part of a Louisiana-based team that is striving to help the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe (PACIT) protect their land from climate-related hazards. Made possible thanks to a $780,308 grant awarded by the Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the […] The post TROY professors helping to protect native land in Louisiana with living shorelines, GRP grant appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Regional Medical Center announces new CFO
Troy Regional Medical Center CEO Rick Smith announced recently that Kathy B. Hill has joined the Senior Administrative Team as chief financial officer (CFO), replacing Mike Myers who retired after having served in that role since 2016. Hill is responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the organization, including in-hospital and clinic services. “We are […] The post Troy Regional Medical Center announces new CFO appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
VITA Tax Program offers free tax prep
The Vita Tax Program is offering free tax preparation January 29 through March 28, at the Pile County Extension Office at 306 South Three Notch Street in Troy. Abby Peters, Pike County Extension coordinator, said the VITA Tax Program is those making $60,00 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking taxpayers […] The post VITA Tax Program offers free tax prep appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Places to escape from the rat race
Joy Organics has released information showing the 150 most popular destinations for those trying to escape the rat race. “This survey reflects a growing desire for a balanced lifestyle, and we hope our findings inspire many to explore the enriching environments America has to offer,” said Hannah Smith of Joy Organics. “Each location on our […] The post Places to escape from the rat race appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County BOE considers personnel requests
The Pike County Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, January 15 and took care of housekeeping business. There was no unfinished business before the board. In New Business, the board: • Approved the Financial Statements for December 2023. •Approved the request to enter an MOU with Troy University regarding the Mental Health […] The post Pike County BOE considers personnel requests appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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