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Add a little laughter for Mother’s Day
Just in the nick of time, The Book Store at the Troy Public Library has books especially for Mother’s Day. Iris Byrd, Book Store manager, said the Book Store always has a large selection of books for every interest and every occasion. So, at special times of the year, the Book Store features books, for […] The post Add a little laughter for Mother’s Day appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County crash claims the life of Louisville man
A single vehicle crash in Pike County on Thursday claimed the life of 66-year-old James Otis McCray of Louisville. According to a release from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the crash occurred at approximately 6:55 a.m. when the 2000 Honda CR-V driven by McCray left the roadway, struck a posted traffic sign and overturned […] The post Pike County crash claims the life of Louisville man appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
W Walnut Cookie Co., Common Ground Troy partnership a success
In April, W Walnut Cookie Co. partnered with Common Ground Troy to donate part of the proceeds from its Bright Future Lemonberry cookie for the entire month. According to a release from W Walnut Cookie Co. and Troy Common Ground, 405 of the cookies were sold in April. For each cookie sold, W Walnut Cookie […] The post W Walnut Cookie Co., Common Ground Troy partnership a success appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy FD responds to fire at Wendy’s
On May 8, the Troy Fire Department responded to a structure fire at the Wendy’s Restaurant in Troy. According to a release from Troy Fire Chief Michael Stephens, the Pike County Communications District received the call of a structure fire on May 8 at 10:01 a.m. located in the 1100 block of U.S. Highway 231 […] The post Troy FD responds to fire at Wendy’s appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Cesar Garcia to be honored with artist’s reception Thursday night
The Johnson Center for the Arts will host an artist’s reception from 5 until 7 p.m. tonight, May 9, for exhibiting artist Cesar Garcia. Everyone is invited to come meet the artist and learn more about his artwork and enjoy the fellowship that always accompanies an art event. Andrea Pack, JCA director, said Garcia’s first […] The post Cesar Garcia to be honored with artist’s reception Thursday night appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Miss Brundidge Sameeria Issac seeks to motivate “Bells”
The annual Spring Fest in Brundidge on Saturday was a fun-filled day with arts and crafts, entertainment, food and friendship. And, it was an opportunity for the winners of the Miss Brundidge pageant to enjoy a day together and to meet people, not just in Brundidge, but those from other areas who came to enjoy […] The post Miss Brundidge Sameeria Issac seeks to motivate “Bells” appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Corrections Officers Week proclaimed
Troy Mayor Jason A. Reeves signed a proclamation Monday declaring the week of Monday, May 6, as National Correctional Officers Week. The mayor expressed appreciation to all the officers who, every day, go above and beyond to keep Troy and Pike County safe. “Thank you for what you do and you all do it so […] The post Corrections Officers Week proclaimed appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
May 13-19 is National Salvation Army Week
The Salvation Army will celebrate National Salvation Army Week May 13 to May 19. National Salvation Army Week was declared by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954, and since then it has served as an annual reminder of the vast scope of services and ways people can help by giving generously of themselves. Today, the […] The post May 13-19 is National Salvation Army Week appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
CHHS Class of 1961 donates and dedicates new benches to Charles Henderson High School
On Monday, May 6, 2024 a group of classmates gathered on the front steps of Charles Henderson High School. These classmates go way back… all the way back to 1961. The purpose of their gathering was to dedicate their donation of the latest addition to the Charles Henderson High School Campus – 2 beautiful, brand […] The post CHHS Class of 1961 donates and dedicates new benches to Charles Henderson High School appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Cattlemen, Cattlewomen honor scholarship recipients
The Pike County Cattlemen’s Association and the Pike County Cattle Women’s Association hosted the 2024 Scholarship Awards Program and Luncheon at noon Tuesday at Cattleman Park. Derrick Thompson, president of the Pike County Cattlemen’s Association, welcomed the scholarship recipients and their parents who share in their educational achievements. Thompson said the annual scholarship program is […] The post Cattlemen, Cattlewomen honor scholarship recipients appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Venomous snake ID, bite workshop registration opens
The Pike County Extension Office is hosting a venomous snake identification, general safety around venomous snakes, handling/securing venomous snakes and venomous snake bite protocols from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. June 21, at the Troy University Arboretum, 101 Pell Avenue, Troy. There is no cost for the workshop for first responders and community members. Participants […] The post Venomous snake ID, bite workshop registration opens appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy FD and Troy PD come together for CHMS Flag Football Game
The Troy Fire Department and Police Department came together with the Charles Henderson Middle School football team for a Flag Football game as a part of community outreach last Thursday, May 2. The Troy FD and PD will be taking part in The Miracle League’s Buddy Night on May 14. The post Troy FD and Troy PD come together for CHMS Flag Football Game appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
BBA hosts Spring Fest
On Saturday, everything was coming up spring in downtown Brundidge. The Brundidge Business Association’s annual Spring Fest was held on the grounds of the historic Bass house in the city’s downtown area. The annual spring festival featured arts and crafts and music at the Knox Ryals Pavilion. The entertainment also included dancing by troupes of […] The post BBA hosts Spring Fest appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Thunder on the Three Notch draws big crowd
Whoever wrote the script for Thunder on the Three Notch did masterful work in putting together a program that tells the story of a battle between the Creek Indians and the settlers in Pike and Barbour counties. Although it’s not possible to step back time, it is possible to be a part of the recreation […] The post Thunder on the Three Notch draws big crowd appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Mayor Reeves proclaims National Correctional Officers Week
Troy Mayor Jason A. Reeves signed a proclamation Monday declaring the week of Monday, May 6, as National Correctional Officers Week. The mayor expressed appreciation to all the officers who, every day, go above and beyond to keep Troy and Pike County safe. “Thank you for what you do and you all do it so […] The post Mayor Reeves proclaims National Correctional Officers Week appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
More ‘Thunder’ at museum
“Thunder on the Three Notch” continues today at the Pioneer Museum of Alabama with a special program by Michelle “Morning Star” Gilmore, Tribal Chief, Southeastern Mvskoke Nation, titled “Their Life, Their Path, Their Story, My Ancestors” ”and it’s a not-to-be missed event, said Barbara Tatom, museum director. “We are excited and honored to have Michelle […] The post More ‘Thunder’ at museum appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy’s downtown square a place for prayer, hope
This week, March 29 through May 3, has been a meaningfully busy one in downtown Troy. The annual Bible Reading Marathon began early Monday morning at the Gazebo on the square and concluded at with a noon service on Thursday, the National Day of Prayer. Linda Adams, Salem-Troy Baptist Association, said the Bible Reading Marathon […] The post Troy’s downtown square a place for prayer, hope appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Cleven Harris Family embroiled in a ‘Family Feud’
Cleven Harvis and four family members decided to audition for an appearance on the very popular television game show, Family Feud. “Our family loves to talk and laugh and joke around and we’re not shy,” Harvis said. “So, Raven thought five of us would make a good team and all the other family members would […] The post Cleven Harris Family embroiled in a ‘Family Feud’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Bankers 2 Leaders host 31st Annual Legislative Day
The Bankers 2 Leaders division of the Alabama Bankers Association held its annual Legislative Day in Montgomery on April 17. Nearly 150 bankers and high school students from all over the state attended the annual event, which included an encouraging keynote address from Dr. Neil Scott, vice chancellor for student success at the Alabama Community […] The post Bankers 2 Leaders host 31st Annual Legislative Day appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Senior Spotlight: Carl Knight of Charles Henderson High School
The Messenger will be doing a Senior Spotlight on a student from each high school in The Messenger’s coverage area. Charles Henderson High School senior Carl Knight has balanced his schoolwork with a number of extracurricular to excel in school. Knight is a recipient of the Harry C. Klein Scholarship, Charles R. Calkins Scholarship and […] The post Senior Spotlight: Carl Knight of Charles Henderson High School appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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