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Another pandemic? Michael Reno Harrell ready, just in ‘Case’
Pandemic. Michael Reno Harrell is not really sure he had ever even uttered that word before the spring of 2020. Michael Reno Harrell is a storyteller. He travels all around the country telling stories and singing songs about his life in Appalachia. But the pandemic changed the way of life for him and other master […] The post Another pandemic? Michael Reno Harrell ready, just in ‘Case’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Mardi Gras Gala held in support of senior complex
Mardi Gras Gala 2024 promises to be the same, fun and memorable event that it has been from the very beginning. Catherine Jordan, director of the Colley Senior Complex, said the Gala is an annual fundraiser in support of Colley Senior Complex programs, activities and events. However, the Mardi Gras Gala has changed over the […] The post Mardi Gras Gala held in support of senior complex appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Pediatric Clinic & Collegiate Health now open
Dothan Pediatric Healthcare Network opened its newest satellite clinic, Troy Pediatric Clinic & Collegiate Health located at 717 John H Witherington Drive, Troy, and began seeing patients on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Troy Pediatric Clinic & Collegiate Health offers state-of-the-art healthcare for patients in Troy, Pike County, and surrounding towns. Longtime Troy pediatrician, Dr. Elizabeth […] The post Troy Pediatric Clinic & Collegiate Health now open appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Pediatric Clinic and Collegiate Heath opens
The Pike County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on January 11, in celebration of the opening of Troy Pediatric Clinic and Collegiate Heath at John H. Witherington Drive. A large gathering of community members came out to welcome the new pediatric that will serve the extended Troy community. T-Roy and members of the […] The post Troy Pediatric Clinic and Collegiate Heath opens appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Master storytellers headline festival
The Pike Piddlers Storytelling is set for January 26 at the We Piddle Around Theater in Brundidge and at the Trojan Center Theater on the campus of Troy University on Saturday, January 27. This year’s festival will feature highly acclaimed storytellers Donald Davis, the Dean of Storytelling; Michael Reno Harrell, Appalachian picker and grinner; Dolores […] The post Master storytellers headline festival appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy University’s Rosa Parks Museum reopened Monday
Troy University’s Rosa Park Museum reopened to visitors on Monday, Jan. 15 following renovations to the museum’s technology. The museum closed on Nov. 22 for the project which converted all analog technology to digital, high definition. In addition, the video reenactment of the scene that took place aboard a Montgomery city bus that led to […] The post Troy University’s Rosa Parks Museum reopened Monday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Family tradition celebrates life of mother on her birthday
“These Old Hands.” The words displayed on the easel in the lobby of Sisters Restaurant on Thursday caused pause for most who entered. The cameo image of a young, woman with dark hair was in contrast to “these old hands” about which she wrote. The poem and picture were in celebration of what, would have […] The post Family tradition celebrates life of mother on her birthday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Richard Doggrell reaches five-million mile mark
Back years ago, when Richard Doggrell was selling Avon products, he never dreamed that he would, one day, be driving a big rig for Wiley Sanders Truck Lines. And, in his wildest dreams, Doggrell could not have imagined that he would pass the five-million-mile mark while driving for Wiley Sanders Truck Lines. To put five […] The post Richard Doggrell reaches five-million mile mark appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
2023 Red Kettle Campaign raises the bar
At the January, 2024, meeting of the Pike County Salvation Army, Donna Kidd, Service Center Manager, announced the final tally for Pike County’s annual Red Kettle Campaign as $57,085.56. “We were shooting for $50,000 and that was a rather lofty goal,” Kidd said. “We were truly blessed with the generosity of those in our area […] The post 2023 Red Kettle Campaign raises the bar appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy man found guilty of Shooting into an Occupied Building
On Jan. 11, at the conclusion of a three-day trail, Justin Perry Blair was found guilty of Shooting into an Occupied Building, according to a statement from 12th Judicial Circuit District Attorney James Tarbox. According to Tarbox, testimony and evidence was presented at the trial – prosecuted by Senior Assistant District Attorney Jon Folmar – […] The post Troy man found guilty of Shooting into an Occupied Building appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Gov. Ivey makes stop in Troy on Statewide Broadband Tour
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey made a stop in Troy on Thursday as a part of her statewide Broadband Tour to discuss upcoming broadband projects in the Wiregrass. Ivey has been touring various parts of the state over the past year to discuss projects that have been utilized as a part of the Alabama Broadband Accessibility […] The post Gov. Ivey makes stop in Troy on Statewide Broadband Tour appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Steve May speaks at Troy Rotary Club
At the Jan. 9 Troy Rotary Club, Conecuh Ridge Distillery Vice President Steve May was the featured speaker. May updated the Troy Rotary Club on the progress of construction on the distillery that is slated to open in Troy this summer. The post Steve May speaks at Troy Rotary Club appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Jimmie Broadnax celebrates 102 years
Jimmie Broadnax celebrated her 102nd birthday on January 10, 2024, at Troy Health and Rehabilitation Center. Leah Pemberton, Social Services, said Broadnax happily and appreciatively answered questions about her life and about her thankfulness to be a centenarian. Broadnax said being 102 years old is a happy feeling. “I thank the Lord every day,” she […] The post Jimmie Broadnax celebrates 102 years appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Others find joy in Salvation Army’s Angel Tree
Pike County has long been known and appreciated for its generosity. However, as Christmas neared, too many angels were still on Pike County Salvation Army’s Angel Tree. At the organization’s January 20024 meeting on Wednesday, , Donna Kidd, director of the Pike County Salvation Army Service Center, shared how, as Christmas Day 2023 neared, […] The post Others find joy in Salvation Army’s Angel Tree appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Clock ticking toward gala fun
The clock is ticking and tickets are going fast so don’t wait or you’ll miss the party of the year, said Catherine Jordan, director of the Colley Senior Complex in Troy. “The Mardi Gras Gala is a fundraiser hosted annually by the Colley Senior Complex in support of the activities and programs at the Troy […] The post Clock ticking toward gala fun appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Carrying on a family tradition
Imagine traveling along a rural Pike County road at night and seeing the sky lighted by streaking balls of flaming fire The sight could be a little frightening for those who might not know that it was only the Henderson family carrying on a family tradition. For 34 years and counting, the Hendersons of the […] The post Carrying on a family tradition appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Storytellers, back piddlin around
For 17 years, the Pike Piddlers Storytelling has attracted those from near and far who enjoy the art of stories told in the oral tradition. So, it will be again the last weekend in January 2024, when the Brundidge Historical Society hosts the Pike Piddlers Storytelling Festival at the We Piddle Around Theater in Brundidge […] The post Storytellers, back piddlin around appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
JCA to host The Art of Seeing With a Camera Workshop
Warren Simons practices the art of seeing. The Montgomery based artist has practiced the “art of seeing with the camera” for 20 years. On Saturday, Simons will conduct a free workshop in Troy for those who would like to know more about “seeing with the camera.” The Johnson Center for the Arts will host the […] The post JCA to host The Art of Seeing With a Camera Workshop appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy University completes current ASCA Grants
Troy University has completed its contracts for the current round of Alabama State Council on the Arts grants. Leigh Ann Paramore, director of sponsored programs, said the grant awards are greatly appreciated and enhance and extend the arts programs and opportunities.at the university. The ASCA awards to Troy University total $15,800 in support of four […] The post Troy University completes current ASCA Grants appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Caroleene Dobson Discusses Her Vision for Congressional District 2
Monroe County native Caroleene Dobson was one of the first Republican names to enter into the Republican primary race for the newly redrawn Congressional District 2, which will encompass all of Pike County. Dobson stopped by The Messenger this week to discuss her campaign. Dobson grew up outside of Beatrice, in Monroe County, on her […] The post Caroleene Dobson Discusses Her Vision for Congressional District 2 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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