News stories published in The Messenger’s Online Edition during February 1-14, 2001 , included:
Published 12:00 am Thursday, February 1, 2001
February 1, 2001
A.G. speaks to Brundidge club
BRUNDIDGE ­ Alabama’s Attorney General Bill Pryor touted his record on "white collar crime" on a stop in Pike County on Wednesday.
Jan. 31, 2001 10 PM
Harrison mourned by friends, family
Grace Harrison, a dedicated teacher, respected citizen and longtime member of the Troy business community, died Wednesday morning, Jan. 31, 2001.
Jan. 31, 2001 10 PM
Police get nod to hold juveniles
Juveniles arrested within the city of Troy and Pike County may now be housed locally, something that Troy police and city officials are hoping will result in keeping more officers on the streets and avoiding costly trips to cities all over South Alabama.
Jan. 31, 2001 10 PM
County schools prepare for major cuts
Announcement of proration is expected tomorrow, but the Pike County Board of Education is already taking action to prepare for that decision.
Jan. 31, 2001 10 PM
February 2, 2001
Trojans not ready to pack their bags
Troy State University officials say the home for the Trojan football team is here in Troy, despite rumors to the contrary.
Feb. 1, 2001 10 PM
United Way plans fundraiser at Trojan Arena
Saturday night, Troy State University basketball fans will have the opportunity to win prizes and help local agencies.
Feb. 1, 2001 10 PM
Proration will sting Troy City schools
School officials across the state are anxiously awaiting the governor’s announcement of proration today.
Feb. 1, 2001 10 PM
Neighbor: Jackson excited about XFL
What’s all hype about the XFL? Is it football? Is it pro wrestling with shoulder pads? Or is it just plain entertainment?
Feb. 1, 2001 10 PM
February 4, 2001
Whaley featured at Founders Day 2001 Program
A well-known Troy pianist will be in concert at 2:30 p.m., Sunday Feb. 11 at Southside Baptist Church in celebration of the founding of the Troy Music Study Club.
Feb. 3, 2001 10 PM
Schools brace for proration’s impact
Local leaders in education are making plans to cope with the 6.2 percent proration announced Friday morning.
Feb. 3, 2001 10 PM
Merry Hearts Clowns learn the magic of laughter at workshop
When "Merry Hearts" "Laugh-It-Up" they can count on having more fun than a barrel of monkeys.
Feb. 3, 2001 10 PM
Proration will cut education spending by $266 million
It has been 10 years since proration was last declared.
Feb. 3, 2001 10 PM
February 6, 2001
Troy woman dies after weekend stabbing
A Troy woman is dead and her daughter-in-law has been charged in connection with the stabbing.
Feb. 5, 2001 10 PM
Thrash named community development specialist for Red Cross chapter
Doors to Pike County’s chapter of the American Red Cross were closed last year, but they are again open to those who may need help.
Feb. 5, 2001 10 PM
Flags pay tribute to William Smith
American flags lined the streets of Brundidge yesterday in memory and in honor of one of the town’s true American patriots.
Feb. 5, 2001 10 PM
Dry weather culprit for weak harvest
The numbers are in from the 2000 crop year and they reflect the prolonged hot and dry weather over much of the state.
Feb. 5, 2001 10 PM
Boothe, Mitchell target Education Trust Fund
Beginning at noon today, lawmakers will be working to make changes.
Feb. 5, 2001 10 PM
February 7, 2001
Teacher, artist dies at age 82
The death of Edwin D. Walter on Monday sent ripples of sadness through several generations.
Feb. 6, 2001 10 PM
Women’s Life Center/Sav-A-Life to host Louisiana Swamp Night
The Women’s Life Center/Sav-A-Life of Troy will host its second annual Louisiana Swamp Night at 6 p.m. Tuesday Feb. 13 at the Troy State University Adams Center – Grand Ballroom.
Feb. 6, 2001 10 PM
Disorderly dogs can learn new tricks
Those who have one of those disorderly dogs may want to consider a new class being offered by the Troy Parks and Recreation Department.
Feb. 6, 2001 10 PM
Council helps residents with utility bill
BRUNDIDGE ­ A temporary decision made by the Brundidge City Council was made to help residents pay their utility bills.
Feb. 6, 2001 10 PM
February 8, 2001
Pike Commission moves closer to enacting subdivision regulations
Pike County is a step closer to approving some subdivision regulations.
Feb. 7, 2001 10 PM
Pike School Board joins suit against state
The Pike County Board of Education has joined the Mobile County Board of Education, the Alabama Association of School Boards and the Alabama Coalition for Equity in filing a lawsuit against the state combatting proration.
Feb. 7, 2001 10 PM
County administrator resigns
County officials will be on the lookout for a new county administrator.
Feb. 7, 2001 10 PM
Pike School Board joins suit against state
The Pike County Board of Education has joined the Mobile County Board of Education, the Alabama Association of School Boards and the Alabama Coalition for Equity in filing a lawsuit against the state combatting proration.
Feb. 7, 2001 10 PM
Pike Commission moves closer to enacting subdivision regulations
Pike County is a step closer to approving some subdivision regulations.
Feb. 7, 2001 10 PM
February 9, 2001
Chamber rewards top local
students with scholarships
Because education is important to the Pike County Chamber of Commerce, each year several scholarships are awarded to Pike County students for outstanding scholastic performance.
Feb. 8, 2001 10 PM
Deer prompt more airport safety concerns
Two times in as many months, aircrafts have collided with deer at Troy’s airport sparking increased safety concerns for Troy Mayor Jimmy Lunsford.
Feb. 8, 2001 10 PM
Neighbor: Ross keeps a smile on his face
If life is a game, then Walter Ross plays for the mere love of it.
Feb. 8, 2001 10 PM
Sister Schubert’s founder makes
$300,000 donation to TSU
A fund-raising campaign to renovate the home of Troy State University’s Sorrell College of Business has received a big boost as Patricia Barnes, founder and vice president of Sister Schubert’s Homemade Rolls, has donated $300,000 to the cause.
Feb. 8, 2001 10 PM
February 9, 2001
Eating disorders subject of Tues. event
There’s nothing funny about eating disorders. They are serious, potentially life-threatening conditions that affect a person’s emotional and physical health.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Activities Center turns rock into flower pots
BRUNDIDGE – Warmer temperatures will soon have flowers blooming.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Lockheed Martin makes Teen Advisors contribution
When Lockheed Martin came to Pike County, it was expected that the company would have a huge impact on the local economy. However, Pike County has benefited more from "the missile plant" than was expected.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Lockheed Martin makes Teen Advisors contribution
When Lockheed Martin came to Pike County, it was expected that the company would have a huge impact on the local economy. However, Pike County has benefited more from "the missile plant" than was expected.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Troy could see extra $250,000
Troy and Brundidge officials are looking at making a change in the collection of some taxes.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
City leaders consider enacting ‘use tax’
By the end of the month, Troy may join the majority of municipalities in the state by establishing a sales and use tax.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
February 11, 2001
Eating disorders subject of Tues. event
There’s nothing funny about eating disorders. They are serious, potentially life-threatening conditions that affect a person’s emotional and physical health.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Activities Center turns rock into flower pots
BRUNDIDGE – Warmer temperatures will soon have flowers blooming.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Lockheed Martin makes Teen Advisors contribution
When Lockheed Martin came to Pike County, it was expected that the company would have a huge impact on the local economy. However, Pike County has benefited more from "the missile plant" than was expected.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Lockheed Martin makes Teen Advisors contribution
When Lockheed Martin came to Pike County, it was expected that the company would have a huge impact on the local economy. However, Pike County has benefited more from "the missile plant" than was expected.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
Troy could see extra $250,000
Troy and Brundidge officials are looking at making a change in the collection of some taxes.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
City leaders consider enacting ‘use tax’
By the end of the month, Troy may join the majority of municipalities in the state by establishing a sales and use tax.
Feb. 10, 2001 10 PM
February 13, 2001
‘Inmates’ raise money for CMN hospitals
Being behind bars is not usually a pleasant place to be, but, for supporters of the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) hospitals,, there was no place they would rather be.
Feb. 12, 2001 10 PM
County presses on with lawsuit
Pike County School System Superintendent John Key, facing the sting of 6.2 percent proration, is hopeful that a lawsuit filed last week will curb cuts that will likely include faculty terminations despite information released by Gov. Don Siegelman’s office claiming personnel cuts should not be necessary.
Feb. 12, 2001 10 PM
County cracks down on past-due garbage bills
Those who still owe the Pike County Solid Waste Department money may want to pay because the county plans to get the money.
Feb. 12, 2001 10 PM
Shelby to make Feb. 22 stop in Troy
One of Alabama’s United States senators will make a stop in Pike County later this month.
Feb. 12, 2001 10 PM
Drivers prepare for Soapbox Derby
The big race is less than six weeks away, so it’s time for Troy to get on its soapbox – or in its soapbox.
Feb. 12, 2001 10 PM
February 14, 2001
BPD nabs alleged motor home thief
BRUNDIDGE – Police were involved in the recovery of a stolen vehicle Monday which had made some rather interesting twists and turns before stopping in Pike County.
Feb. 13, 2001 10 PM
Troy’s Hawkins crowned Miss TSU
Kelly Hawkins of Troy was named the winner of the 2001 Miss Troy State University Scholarship Pageant Saturday night.
Feb. 13, 2001 10 PM
Pennants support March of Dimes
When one thinks of pennants, one thinks of championships.
Feb. 13, 2001 10 PM
Property owners assessed demolition fees by city
Property owners whose buildings were demolished by the city of Troy will now have that money assessed to their property taxes.
Feb. 14, 2001 10 PM
Street Talk: Governor’s top 10 list gets lukewarm reaction
Have you seen the lost dogs?
Feb. 13, 2001 10 PM