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Celebrate the Fourth in Brundidge
Just how long the City of Brundidge has celebrated the Fourth of July with a downtown, main street parade, no one is exactly sure. However, Brundidge has a long and storied history of parades, with Fourth of July/Independence Day parades high on the list. “The City of Brundidge has hosted parades at Christmas, on patriotic […] The post Celebrate the Fourth in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Take control of your business at the IDEA Bank
“Take Control of Your Business,” an event of the Summer Workshop Series, was held on Wednesday afternoon at the IDEA Bank on the square in downtown Troy. After lunch, Charla Brown, Ph.D. assistant professor, Troy University, Sorrell College of Business, pictured, was the opening speaker. Brown emphasized Walt Disney’s business model: The goal of marketing […] The post Take control of your business at the IDEA Bank appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pioneer Museum rolls into the Fourth
The Pioneer Museum of Alabama is “Rolling into the Fourth! On Thursday, the Fourth of July 2024, the Pioneer Museum of Alabama will christen a new addition to the museum’s outdoor exhibits, the Locklar Rolling Store, est. 1947. Barbara Tatom, museum director, said the history of the rolling store that served the area around Union […] The post Pioneer Museum rolls into the Fourth appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Began your Independence Day celebration Saturday in Brundidge
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29. Everyone is invited to get the Fourth of July celebration off to a patriotic red, white and blue beginning along Main Street in downtown Brundidge. Parade time is 1 p.m. The parade line-up will be at 12 noon on Veterans Boulevard on the north […] The post Began your Independence Day celebration Saturday in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
WPA Theater hosts performance of ‘Starch in Their Petticoats’
On Sunday afternoon, the Brundidge Historical Society hosted a historical presentation, “Starch in Their Petticoats,” at the We Piddle Around Theater, with nationally acclaimed storyteller Dolores Hydock sharing the stories of these women who helped settle the American West. Johnny Garrett, BHS president, said “Starch in Their Petticoats” was sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Alliance […] The post WPA Theater hosts performance of ‘Starch in Their Petticoats’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County celebrates Independence Day three ways
If there is a more patriotic county than Pike County, Alabama let it be known. Pike County is geared up and ready for Independence Day or the Fourth of July with parades, amazing fireworks displays, barbecues, picnics and just enjoying being together in the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave. The […] The post Pike County celebrates Independence Day three ways appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Ashlee Stephens’ passion for her community brings her to DaySpring Hospice
Troy native Ashlee Stephens brings her 16 years of experience in hospice care to DaySpring Hospice. DaySpring is a privately-owned hospice with offices in Enterprise, Dothan and Andalusia serving these communities since 2003. Hospice care concentrates on end-of-life care for patients. Stephens serves as the community liaison for the Enterprise and Troy areas. DaySpring covers […] The post Ashlee Stephens’ passion for her community brings her to DaySpring Hospice appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Juneteenth celebrated in Brundidge
Citizens of Brundidge celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday at the Bass House on Main Street from noon until 4 p.m. Brundidge Mayor Isabell Boyd said the celebration featured an amazing lineup of speakers and singers throughout the afternoon. “The weather was extremely hot so not as many attended as we had thought but all those who […] The post Juneteenth celebrated in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29. Everyone is invited to get the Fourth of July celebration off to a patriotic red, white and blue beginning along Main Street in downtown Brundidge. Parade time is 1 p.m. The parade line-up will be at 12 noon on Veterans Boulevard on the north […] The post The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is set for Saturday, June 29 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
City of Troy offices to be closed July 4
In observance of Independence Day, all city of Troy offices and services will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Along with city offices being closed, there will also be no sanitation, recycling or grass picked up on July 4. Thursday’s route will be moved up to Wednesday, instead. All city services will return to regular […] The post City of Troy offices to be closed July 4 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Matilda: Pike County’s ‘Gal with Gusto’
When Matilda heard the Brundidge Historical Society was going to host a presentation of “Gals with Guts and Gusto”at the We Piddle Around Theater, she went straight to her closet and got out her gusto outfit – cowgirl 10-gallon hat, red bandanna, boots, water pistol and … a double dose of gusto. Matilda is known […] The post Matilda: Pike County’s ‘Gal with Gusto’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Edith Synco’s second cookbook now available
Edith Synco’s cookbook, “Fabulous Kitchen Traditions, Continued,” is now available. The popularity of Synco’s first cookbook, “Fabulous Kitchen Traditions,” along with many requests from others, were the encouragement for Synco to compile another book of more recipes to share. Synco said this second volume cookbook contains more than 450 recipes or more of her favorites as well […] The post Edith Synco’s second cookbook now available appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘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.
Brundidge Independence Day celebration last Saturday in June
The Brundidge Independence Day Parade is traditionally held the last Saturday before the Fourth of July. The city’s 2024 Independence Day festivities, which include a patriotic parade and fireworks display, will be on Saturday, June 29. The Independence Day Parade will get the day’s activities off to patriotic start at 1 p.m. with the fireworks […] The post Brundidge Independence Day celebration last Saturday in June 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.
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