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Wrestling back in the ring in Pike County
The sport of wrestling was back in Pike County Saturday night at the Cattleman Complex. Wrestling has been a big draw for the local area in years past, however, Anita Williams, owner, of Grace Championship Wrestling, said wrestling is making itself known again, especially in small town venues. “Wresting is a spectator sport and it’s […] The post Wrestling back in the ring in Pike County appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Marlon Hamm pleads guilty to sexual misconduct
According to a statement from 12th Judicial Circuit District Attorney James Tarbox, Troy native Marlon Hamm pled guilty to a misdemeanor charge of sexual misconduct in connection to a 2020 case where Hamm was charged with rape and sexual assault. Hamm was arrested in May 2020 after being accused of the rape of a Coffee […] The post Marlon Hamm pleads guilty to sexual misconduct appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Tree give-away a success
Volunteers from the Pike County TREASURE Forest and the Pike County Master Gardeners joined forces Thursday to provide more than 900 trees free to members throughout the community. The trees were provided by the Alabama Forestry Commission. The tree giveaway began at 11:30 a.m., however, the line began to form earlier. The tree giveaway was […] The post Tree give-away a success appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TREASURE Forest hosts annual meeting
The annual membership meeting of the Pike County Chapter of the Alabama TREASURE Forest Association was at Park Memorial Methodist Church at noon Tuesday. Alabama TREASURE Forest Association members are stewardship-minded individuals who are dedicated to improving the forest lands of Alabama primarily for pine and hardwood timber resources and wildlife habitats. Malachi Gandy, from […] The post TREASURE Forest hosts annual meeting appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Edith Synco pens a second cookbook of ‘Kitchen Traditons’
In 2020, Edith Dunn Synco released Fabulous Kitchen Traditions, which contained recipes and stories from family and friends. Collecting and publishing the recipes was a love project for Edith, but she didn’t think she would do another book. However, now several years later, Edith has more recipes to share. She has asked her family and […] The post Edith Synco pens a second cookbook of ‘Kitchen Traditons’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Wrestling at Cattleman Park on Saturday
Pro Wrestling will be back in Troy on February 24 for Grace Championship Wrestling’s “Cowboy Brawl” event at the Pike County Cattleman’s Association in Troy. “Cowboy Brawl” will begin at 7 p.m. and the cost of admission is $15 for front row seats and $10 for general admission seating. Also, singer Kayley MacKenzie will be […] The post Wrestling at Cattleman Park on Saturday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Hope 4 Heroes information and benefits workshop Monday
The Hope 4 Heroes and Families Council on Substance Abuse will host a Veterans, Military Members and Families Information and Benefits Workshop on Monday from 3 until 5 p.m. at the Trojan Center at 122 Trojan Center, in Troy. Randy Ross, Pike County Veterans Affairs officer, said the workshop topics will include enrolling in VA […] The post Hope 4 Heroes information and benefits workshop Monday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Next week busy for Pike County Extension
The Pike County Extension Office will bring the month of February to a close with several opportunities for community participation. Abby Peters, Pike County Extension coordinator, said next week will be busy with meetings of importance on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. The Pike County Farmer’s Market Meeting will be from 6 until 7:30 p.m. on […] The post Next week busy for Pike County Extension appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Sacred Harp singing Saturday at Pioneer Museum
The Pioneer Museum of Alabama will host the Annual Sacred Harp Singing from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Sacred Harp singing is a tradition of sacred choral music that originated in New England and was later perpetuated and carried on in the American South. It features the singing of the music notes rather than […] The post Sacred Harp singing Saturday at Pioneer Museum appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Daryl Davis sentenced to 15 years in 2021 Troy shooting
On Feb. 20, Daryl Davis was sentenced to 15 years after previously pleading guilty to the charge of Shooting Into An Occupied Building. On Nov. 27, 2021, Troy Police responded to Aster Circle in Troy on a shots fired call. Upon an investigation, officers determined that two individuals – including Davis’ co-defendant – were struck […] The post Daryl Davis sentenced to 15 years in 2021 Troy shooting appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Vienna Boys Choir Concert: ‘A Smashing Success’
The Vienna Boys Choir was in concert at First Baptist Church Sunday night. The concert was hosted by the Troy Arts Council. Dave Camwell, TAC president, said the concert was a smashing success, with 200 people in attendance. “The boys did a fabulous job and we, at the Troy Arts Council, are very happy the […] The post Vienna Boys Choir Concert: ‘A Smashing Success’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Brundidge Library’s Black History Month highlights African Americans ‘Less Spoken’
Black History Month at the Tupper Lightfoot Memorial Library this year will feature a museum set up with the vision of traveling back in time to meet African Americans who made an impact before, during and after the Civil Rights Movement. The program is set for 10 a.m. Saturday, February24. Everyone is invited. “Inside the […] The post Brundidge Library’s Black History Month highlights African Americans ‘Less Spoken’ appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Thursday, free tree giveaway
This week will be a very busy one for those who are excited about the coming of spring which brings opportunities to plant flowers and trees and watch them grow. The Pike County Master Gardeners invite those who are gardeners or wannabes to join them at noon today at the Pioneer Museum of Alabama to […] The post Thursday, free tree giveaway appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy agencies receive funding for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention
Last week, the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention presented a check to various local organizations in Alabama’s second, third, fourth and fifth congressional districts. The total amount of funding that local agencies received was $6,439,500. Troy is located in the 2nd congressional district and the agencies in Pike County that will receive […] The post Troy agencies receive funding for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
TREASURE Forest meeting Tuesday
The annual membership meeting of the Pike County Chapter of the Alabama TREASURE Forest Association is set for 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tuesday at Park Memorial Methodist Church at 750 Elba Highway. New members are always welcome to come and learn more about the Alabama Treasure Forest Association, said Deborah Huggins-Davis. Alabama TREASURE Forest […] The post TREASURE Forest meeting Tuesday appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Goat Show winners announced
The Pike County Goat Show was held Saturday at the Pike County Cattlemen’s arena. The 2 year olds who showed goats at the Pike County Cattlemen’s Goat Show on Saturday at the Cattleman Park are: Lyla Faye Hall, Walker Green, River Henderson and Alivai Faulk. In the three and four years old, Ruthi Eiland, Sawyer […] The post Goat Show winners announced appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Petals from the Past free tree giveaway
This week will be a very busy one for those who are excited about the coming of spring which brings opportunities to plant flowers and trees and watch them grow. The Pike County Master Gardeners invite those who are gardeners or wannabes to join them at noon on Wednesday, February 21, at the Pioneer Museum […] The post Petals from the Past free tree giveaway appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Remember When Rep. John Lewis looked back at time with MLK
This article, written by Jaine Treadwell, originally appeared in the Thursday, Oct. 1, edition of The Messenger. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led the massive “March on Washington,” the largest peaceful demonstration in our country’s history. Standing before the Lincoln Memorial and with the Washington Monument towering in the distance, King delivered one of the […] The post Remember When Rep. John Lewis looked back at time with MLK appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
A champion among trees
The Alabama Forestry Commission presented a certificate and plaque to the Troy University Arboretum on Thursday for the botanical garden’s champion Pond Pine. Alvin Diamond, professor and director of the Arboretum, said the Pond Pine is a state listed rare species and Troy University has one of the largest of its kind right here at […] The post A champion among trees appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
The Book Store has a deal for book lovers
The Book Store at the Troy Public Library always has a deal for book lovers. And, not just in and around Valentine’s Day, but all year long. Iris Byrd, Book Store manager, said most books are priced at one dollar, some may be as high as $3 and others are in-between.” And, the Book Store […] The post The Book Store has a deal for book lovers appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
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