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BHS seeks new members
The Brundidge Historical Society will meet a 6:30 Thursday night at the We Piddle Around Theater in downtown Brundidge. All members are encouraged to attend along with those who are interested in preserving the cultural heritage of the Pike County and the surrounding areas. Lawrence Bowden, BBA president, said the historical society continually seeks ways […] The post BHS seeks new members appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Art of Seeing workshop Saturday
In today’s world, the old adage “the best things in life are free,” has gone out the window, with very few exceptions. One of those exceptions will be Saturday January 13, when the Johnson Center for the Arts hosts a free photography workshop at The Studio on East Walnut Street in Troy. The workshop will […] The post Art of Seeing workshop Saturday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
In recognition of Old Christmas Day, January 6
The Bible story of the Three Wise Men, from the gospel of Matthew known as the biblical Magi or the Three Kings. This Bible story is that a group of scholarly foreigners traveled to visit Jesus after his birth, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh After Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, during […] The post In recognition of Old Christmas Day, January 6 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Mardi Gras Gala set for February 3
Mardi Gras is coming early to Troy this year so the wait for the Mardi Gras Gala, the party of year, is not as long. The highly anticipated and much enjoyed Mardi Gras Gala is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, February 3, at the Pike County Cattlemen’s Complex and, already tickets are going fast, said […] The post Mardi Gras Gala set for February 3 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Art of Seeing Workshop’ set for Saturday, January 13
Sometimes, the number 13 is lucky and it will be on Saturday, January 13, when the JCA hosts a free photography workshop at The Studio, led by award-winning photographer Warren Simmons. The workshop will be from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, January 13, at The Studio, just across from the Johnson Center for the […] The post ‘Art of Seeing Workshop’ set for Saturday, January 13 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Extend knowledge, improve lives
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Auburn University is seeking candidates that have expertise in family or consumer economics, personal finance, non-profit, housing (real estate) or a closely-related discipline to serve southeast Alabama. A bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences, human sciences, consumer economics, business or a related field from an accredited institution with […] The post Extend knowledge, improve lives appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Brundidge Council to discuss human trafficking
The Brundidge City Council met Tuesday at Brundidge City Hall to consider all matters before the members. Present for the first meeting of the New Year were Margaret Ross, District 3; Byron Gaynor, District 4 and Marilyn Rodgers, District 5. Doug Hollard, District 1 and Laticia Rodgers, District 2, were absent. Following approval of the […] The post Brundidge Council to discuss human trafficking appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
James Mullis and Adam Guthrie at Fuse Coffee
James Mullis and Adam Guthrie will be back in town from 6-8 p.m. Friday, February 9 for a night of music at Fuse Coffee. Everyone is invited to be a part of a relaxed and laid-back evening filled with music. Troy’s own James Mullis from “Early James and the Latest” and Adam Guthrie of “Salvo” […] The post James Mullis and Adam Guthrie at Fuse Coffee appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy FD responds to structure fire
The Troy Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Highway 29 on the morning of Jan. 4. According to a news release from Troy Fire Chief Michael Stephens, the Pike County Communications District received a call at 10:43 a.m. reporting a structure fire on the 3000 block of U.S. Highway 29 South. According to […] The post Troy FD responds to structure fire appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy man pleads guilty to Capital Murder
Michael Walker has pled guilty to Capital Murder in regards to the 2019 murder of Troy resident Melissa Pelton, according to a statement from 12th Judicial Circuit District Attorney James Tarbox. On Oct. 25, 2019, Walker was charged with Capital Murder following the death of Pelton. According to reports at the time, Troy Police responded […] The post Troy man pleads guilty to Capital Murder appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County Schools announces Teachers of the Year
This week, Pike County Schools announced its 2023 Teachers of the Year. Jennifer Rhodes was named Overall Elementary Teacher of the Year and Heather Minton was named Overall Secondary Teacher of the Year. Corbin Stewart was named the Goshen High School Teacher of the Year, while Laken Davis was named Banks Elementary Teacher of the […] The post Pike County Schools announces Teachers of the Year appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
From the basketball court to A Rugz Life: Aaron Allen’s unique Troy business
Troy resident Aaron Allen has been known for many things – especially his basketball career – but his business A Rugz Life is a unique, successful part of this entrepreneur’s life. Allen grew up in Samson and was an All-State guard at Samson High School in 2005. He would go on to play college basketball […] The post From the basketball court to A Rugz Life: Aaron Allen’s unique Troy business appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
BHS to meet Jan. 11
The Brundidge Historical Society will hold its first meeting of 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, January 11, at the We Piddle Around Theater. All members are encouraged to be in attendance. “And, as always, we encourage prospective members of all ages to come and learn more about what the BHS does and to suggest new […] The post BHS to meet Jan. 11 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Join the ACE’s team
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Auburn University is seeking candidates that have expertise in family or consumer economics, personal finance, non-profit, housing (real estate) or a closely-related discipline to serve southeast Alabama. A bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences, human sciences, consumer economics, business or a related field from an accredited institution with […] The post Join the ACE’s team appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
January is School Board Recognition Month
The Alabama Association of School Boards (AASB) is calling on Alabama’s public education supporters to join in celebrating the dedicated service of school board members throughout the state. January marks the 31st annual School Board Member Recognition Month in Alabama. During this special month, schools, employers, community leaders and education advocates will come together […] The post January is School Board Recognition Month appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County Sheriff’s Office arrests Faulkner on sex abuse charges
Pike County Sheriff’s Russell Thomas released a press statement on Tuesday, Jan. 2, announcing the arrest of Ricky Faulkner on two counts of first-degree sexual abuse. According to a statement from Thomas, Faulkner, aged 54 of Troy, was charged with two counts of first-degree sexual assault for crimes against a female who was 14 years […] The post Pike County Sheriff’s Office arrests Faulkner on sex abuse charges appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
New Alabama overtime tax exemption law takes effect
Alabama’s new tax exemption law officially went into effect on Jan. 1. The Alabama Overtime Tax Exemption Law removes income tax on overtime pay received by full-time hourly wage paid employees who for hours worked above 40 hours in any given week. Employers are required to report the total aggregate amount of overtime paid and […] The post New Alabama overtime tax exemption law takes effect appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
John Lewis Leadership Conference to be held Feb. 2-3
The annual John Robert Lewis Leadership Conference – held in conjunction with the City of Troy and Troy University – will be held Feb. 2-3 on the campus of Troy University. The conference is designed to provide valuable information to enhance the quality of leadership and civic participation of community leaders, area residents and university […] The post John Lewis Leadership Conference to be held Feb. 2-3 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike Piddlers’ storytellers announced
With the New Year dawning, It’s time to tie up loose ends and set a path for the New Year 2024 and the Brundidge Historical Society is ahead of the game, said BHS President Lawrence Bowden. “We had a very busy and successful 2023 with both summer and fall theater productions and the Chili County […] The post Pike Piddlers’ storytellers announced appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy University online programs receive recognition from Intelligent.com
Several of Troy University’s online degree programs have been recognized by Intelligent.com, an online resource for program rankings and higher education planning. Intelligent.com’s institutional rankings rank institutions on a scale from 0 to 100 across six categories: tuition costs; admission rate; retention and graduation rates; faculty; academic reputation and quality; and student resources. Intelligent.com utilized […] The post Troy University online programs receive recognition from Intelligent.com appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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