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Former Alabama Congressman Terry Everett has passed away
According to a release from Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, former United States Congressman Terry Everett – who represented Alabama’s Second District – has passed away. Everett – a resident of Rehobeth – represented Alabama’s Second District – which covers Pike County – in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1993 until 2009. “I am saddened […] The post Former Alabama Congressman Terry Everett has passed away appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Free tax service offered
Perhaps the most ominous day of the year is April 15 Friday 13th does not begin to compare with the anxiety leading up to …Tax Day. Walking under a ladder can be avoided. Skirting around Uncle Sam is not a possibility. The Pike County Extension office in Troy has good news for qualifying tax payers. […] The post Free tax service offered appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
JCA hosts opening reception for Zdenko Krtić
On Thursday, artist Zdenko Krtić, his wife Magdalena, and professor of art history at Auburn University, Dr. Kathryn Floyd, met in Troy to attend the opening reception for Krtić’s new exhibit, “Shoulder Surfing,” at the Johnson Center for the Arts. Andrea Pack, JCA director, said, although Krtić has exhibited in Troy recently at the International Art […] The post JCA hosts opening reception for Zdenko Krtić appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Poll pays tribute to most beloved heroines
To coincide with Women’s History Month (March), a recent poll by Somewang revealed the 200 most beloved heroines from history, paying tribute to the rich stories of women Number 1, New York, Susan B. Anthony: Anthony was born in Massachusetts but spent much of her adult life in Rochester, N.Y. Susan B. Anthony was a key figure […] The post Poll pays tribute to most beloved heroines appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
New Life Christian Church to host groundbreaking ceremony on March 17
New Life Christian Church will be hosting a Groundbreaking Ceremony on Sunday, March 17, at 3 p.m. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at the site of New Life Christian Church’s new church building, which will also house New Life Christian Academy at 441 Enzor Road in Troy. The ground breaking is at 3 p.m. […] The post New Life Christian Church to host groundbreaking ceremony on March 17 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
‘Happy Valentine Day’ wishes, coast-to-coast
Woodie Guthrie penned the words “This land is your land; this land is my land; from the Redwood Forest to the Gulf Stream waters…” Leslie Smelcer, fifth and sixth grade teacher at Pike Liberal Arts School, was not thinking about Woodie Guthrie’s lyrics when she wrote a lesson plan for a geography project for her […] The post ‘Happy Valentine Day’ wishes, coast-to-coast appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Tupper celebrates Dr. Seuss Day
The Tupper Lightfoot Memorial Library in Brundidge celebrated Dr. Seuss 120th birthday on March 2. The birthday party was one of several celebration activities enjoyed throughout the week. Kids were invited to dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character and read, read, read in recognition of and appreciation for Dr. Seuss. The library’s activities were […] The post Tupper celebrates Dr. Seuss Day appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Trojan Art Day, a great and lasting experience
Trojan Art Day 2024 was, once again a great success and got thumbs up from students and facilitators. Even the rain didn’t dampen the contagious Trojan spirit. “It was messy but everyone seemed to have a great time,” said Kelly Berwager, Troy University art education advisor and organizer of Troy Art Day 2024. “We had […] The post Trojan Art Day, a great and lasting experience appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Free tax service available at Extension office
The Pike County Extension Office in Troy will again be the site for the VITA Tax Program. Abby Peters, Pike County Extension coordinator, said the VITA Tax program is now available from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Pike County Extension office on South Brundidge Street and will extend through March 28. “This program […] The post Free tax service available at Extension office appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Gov. Ivey signs CHOOSE Act into law
On Thursday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed the CHOOSE Act into law, just a day after Alabama lawmakers passed the bill. The Alabama House passed its version of the bill last week and the State Senate passed it 23-9 on Wednesday night. The Creating Hope and Opportunity for Students’ Education (CHOOSE) Act provides state funds […] The post Gov. Ivey signs CHOOSE Act into law appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Sam Green says it’s an honor to serve
Brundidge Police Chief Sam Green captured 70.28 percent of the total votes in District 1 of the Pike County Commission race in the Tuesday primary election. Green will have no Republican opposition in the November General Election. He will represent Pike County District 1 on the Pike County Commission. “There was no reason for me […] The post Sam Green says it’s an honor to serve appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Empty Bowls luncheon set for April 5
The annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Pike County Salvation Army is set for 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. April 5, at the fellowship hall of Bush Baptist Church in Troy. Donn Kidd, Pike County Salvation Army service center manager, said this year’s Empty Bowls fundraiser will follow the same format that has been so […] The post Empty Bowls luncheon set for April 5 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Brundidge Council considers requests
The Brundidge City Council met in regular session at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Brundidge City Hall. All members of the council were present along with the mayor. Working from a short agenda, the council considered a request from Tracey Arnold to use the Bass House grounds for PreK Day from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. […] The post Brundidge Council considers requests appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Green wins commission seat
Sam C. Green defeated Greg Wright in the Democratic race for the Pike County Commission District 1 seat. Green tallied 383 votes to Wright’s 162. Green captured 70.28 percent of the total vote and will be the next District 1 commissioner. Green will have no Republican opposition in the November General Election. Overall, at press-time, […] The post Green wins commission seat appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Artist reception for Zdenka Kritic Thursday night
The Pike County community is invited to an artist’s reception from 5 until 7p.m. Thursday at the Johnson Center for the Arts honoring Zdenka Krtic. His name may be hard to pronounce but his artwork is amazingly understandable. Andrea Pack, JCA director, said the reception is a time to meet the artist and see a […] The post Artist reception for Zdenka Kritic Thursday night appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Goshen ag academy plant sale March 25-29
The Pike County Schools Agriscience Academy at Goshen High School will host its annual on-campus plant sale Monday, March 25 through Friday, March 29 from 7:45 a.m. and until 3:30 p.m. “The plants are expected to go fast,” said Cody Eiland, Agriscience instructor. “We will be open for business as long as we have plants or […] The post Goshen ag academy plant sale March 25-29 appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Doris Oliver remembered as business leader
The death of Doris Oliver of Tifton, Georgia, and formerly of Troy, on March 2, 2024, was a time for looking back, with admiration and deep lasting appreciation by those who knew her and her husband, the late Bob Oliver. The couple was well-known for the role they played in bringing new life and vitality […] The post Doris Oliver remembered as business leader appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Moe’s Original Bar-B-Que getting set for March grand opening
A new restaurant in Downtown Troy is getting set to open this month as Moe’s Original Bar-B-Que is planning a March 18 grand opening. Moe’s is owned and operated by partners Hill Lubin and Richard Boyles, who also have a Montgomery Moe’s location. “It’s a college town and we felt like Troy would be a […] The post Moe’s Original Bar-B-Que getting set for March grand opening appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Elementary student crowned co-winner of ALBBAA Big Buck Photo Contest
By Josh Bean/Submitted Article The Alabama Black Belt Adventures 12th annual Big Buck Photo Contest received dozens of entries and thousands of online votes. In the end, two photos – one of a smiling 7-year-old Troy girl after harvesting her first buck and a Pintlala man who harvested a 13-point velvet buck – stood above […] The post Troy Elementary student crowned co-winner of ALBBAA Big Buck Photo Contest appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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