Editorials
Hookah lounge raises concerns
A proposal to open a hookah bar in downtown Troy has certainly stirred up the interest, and concerns, of city leaders. Efforts to secure a ... Read more
Business-friendly culture vital to state’s growth
There’s more good news for Troy, and in turn, the state of Alabama. A recent national survey ranked Alabama the second most business-friendly state in ... Read more
In wake of bombings, we must be vigilant
As a nation, our reactions have followed an understandable pattern since Monday afternoon’s terrorist bombing at the Boston Marathon: shock, fear, outrage, outpouring. Now, we ... Read more
Budget proposal meets justified opposition
Is anyone surprised, really? When President Obama finally released his proposed budget this week –more than two months past the deadline – it was met ... Read more
Last-minute filers can avoid mistakes
As April 15 inches ever closer, the IRS offers thousands of Pike Countians are facing the crunch of procrastination as they push to file state ... Read more
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