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Puppies rescued in Troy after being left to die in a dumpster
TROY, Ala. (WTVY) - In what animal rescuers call an act of cruelty, five puppies were ripped away from their mother and left to die in a dumpster. “They taped them up in the box and threw them in the dumpster,” Melissa Boatner, the vice president of Troy Animal Rescue Project, said.
Salvation Army Week ends with blowout sale
National Salvation Army Week 2024 will conclude here in Pike County on Saturday, May 19, with a “blowout sale” at the Pike County Salvation Army Service Center on South Brundidge Street. Donna Kidd, manager and director of the Service Center in Troy, said foot traffic has been steady throughout the week and Friday and Saturday […] The post Salvation Army Week ends with blowout sale appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Pike County senior Markelis Hobdy signs with Miles College
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Pike County senior linebacker Markelis Hobdy was one of dozens of athletes that were affected by the closing of Birmingham Southern College earlier this spring, and on Wednesday he made his dream of playing college football come true by signing with Miles College. Hobdy...
Glenwood to host 31st annual Festival at the Well
By Haley Mitchell Godwin The historic town of Glenwood is set to come alive Saturday, May 18 with the 31st annual Festival at the Well. Known for its rich heritage and the famous artesian well, organizers say the festival promises to be a memorable event packed with entertainment, a wide array of vendors, tons of […] The post Glenwood to host 31st annual Festival at the Well appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Greenville native earns prestigious career certification
Georgiana resident Brandi Mosley, chief school finance officer (CSFO) at Pike County Board of Education, recently earned the prestigious Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO) certification, an achievement recently announced by The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO). Originally from Greenville, Mosley currently resides in Georgiana and has demonstrated her expertise in […] The post Greenville native earns prestigious career certification appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Bell exits as Carroll girls basketball coach
OZARK, Ala. (WTVY) - Carroll coach Jermel Bell is stepping down from his girls basketball and football roles, as well as stepping away from the school. The Birmingham native has served as the Eagles’ head girls coach on the hardwood for the last two seasons alongside his duties as defensive coordinator for Carroll’s football program during the same period.
The origin of Vidalia onions
About 200 million pounds of Vidalia onions are distributed across the country and Canada each year. The Troy Exchange Club distributes about 7,000 pounds of the “sweetest “onions on the planet here at home. With Vidalia onions in local pantries there should be, and probably is, widespread interest in the Vidalia onion and how it […] The post The origin of Vidalia onions appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Honoring those who gave their all
Wednesday, May15, 2024, was sunny and warm. Traffic around the Troy Police Department seemed to move quietly slow, perhaps, in recognition of the Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony that was underway on the department grounds. Those who gathered at the Police Memorial were there to honor the officers who gave their lives in the line […] The post Honoring those who gave their all appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Alabama Driver Must Apologize To Officer For Saying ‘Get Your Ass Out of The Way’ Or Go To Jail
Legal experts think jail time doesn't fit the crime regardless of the drivers' previous traffic offenses. Court officials in Ozark, Alabama, are ordering a Black man to apologize to an officer who he told “get your ass out of the way,” or face jail time. Ozark Municipal Court...
The torch is lit and going all the way to Troy for Special Olympics!
The torch of hope was lit this morning in Anniston and Oxford, starting a series of events that will culminate in Troy this weekend at the Alabama Special Olympics Summer Games. https://youtu.be/tz8OIiFZ5IY The post The torch is lit and going all the way to Troy for Special Olympics! appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Mars Hill falls to Ariton as Cats capture their second straight Class 2A state title
JACKSONVILLE – Ariton High School junior pitcher Austin Evans needed only 95 pitches as the Purple Cats beat Mars Hill Bible 6-1 to force Game 3 in the AHSAA Class 2A State Baseball Championship Series Thursday morning. That left him with 25 to finish the day. Ariton needed those...
A community called to friendship
Pike County’s Friendship Community is just what its name says. It is a community where friendship abounds. In celebration of the community spirit that is a way of life for longtime residents and newcomers, alike, a group of friends planned and held the first Friendship Community Cookout on Saturday, May 11. “This was a unique, […] The post A community called to friendship appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
A new coat of paint
A coat of paint will help any old barn. With that in mind, Pam Smith, retired Charles Henderson High School art teacher, and Karvarus More, art teacher at CHHS, have caught on to that truism. The mural on the side of the Blue Key Properties building on North Three Notch is being given a colorful […] The post A new coat of paint appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Special Olympics canceled due to weather
TROY, Ala (WDHN) –The Troy University Special Olympics State Games has been canceled this weekend due to the threat of severe weather. Dean of Students Herbert Reeves says some events will be rescheduled later. “After discussions with the State Games leadership and board members, everyone felt it was in...
Alabama under a wind advisory until Tuesday morning
The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory at 3:19 a.m. on Tuesday in effect until 9 a.m. for Lowndes, Montgomery, Macon, Bullock, Lee, Russell, Pike and Barbour counties. The weather service comments, "Southeast winds 10 to 20 mph. Gusts may be as high as 40 mph." "Gusty winds will...
Festival at the Well pageant held
ByStaff Reports The annual Miss Festival at the Well pageant, held May 11 inside the Crenshaw Christian Academy (CCA) auditorium, showcased the grace and charm of contestants across six age groups: Baby Miss (ages 0-1), Toddler Miss (ages 2-4), Little Miss (ages 5-7), Junior Miss (ages 8-11), Teen Miss (ages 12-15) and Miss Festival at […] The post Festival at the Well pageant held appeared first on Luverne Journal.
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