Residents voice concerns about Carter Road’s safety

Several residents who live on Carter Road, south of Brudidge, say the trucks which all sand from a pit at the end of their road have caused problems for them for the past five years.

Jan. 30, 2002 10 p.m.

TSU to play host to 29th annual concert band clinic

Troy State University will play host to seven concerts in three days as part of the 29th annual Southeastern United States Concert Band Clinic, Jan. 31-Feb. 2.

Jan. 30, 2002 10 p.m.

African-American conference set

Troy State University will host the African-American History Month Leadership Conference Friday and Saturday at the Hawkins-Adams-Long Hall of Honor.

Jan. 30, 2002 10 p.m.

E-911 facing problems

The implementation of the E-911 system has been plagued with problems from the beginning.

Jan. 30, 2002 10 p.m.

Legislature considers child restraint bill, home rule

The Alabama Legislature has been busy the past two months with issues ranging from tax reform to child restraints in vehicles and local control of schools.

Jan. 29, 2002 10 p.m.

Locals react to State of Union address

"It is both our obligation and our privilege to fight freedom’s fight," said President George W. Bush during his State of the Union address to the nation on Tuesday night.

Jan. 29, 2002 10 p.m.

Students learn about ballet

The ballet is a foreign form of dance for many students in Pike County. However, students in grades K-5 from the Pike County and Troy City school systems came away from the Claudia Crosby Theatre Tuesday with a better understanding and deeper appreciation of the art form.

Jan. 29, 2002 10 p.m.

Missile to be made here

Two recent contracts signed by Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Military will create approximately 60-70 new jobs for Pike County.

Jan. 29, 2002 10 p.m.

Son follows in father’s footsteps

If Larry Ross was nervous Friday afternoon when the Pike County Sheriff’s Department was giving chase to a suspect at Still’s Crossroads, he didn’t show it.

Jan. 29, 2002 10 p.m.

Capt. Jinright to retire after 34 years with Troy Police

Capt. Benny Jinright, who has served on the Troy Police Department for 34 years, said he is looking forward to retiring and doing some of the things his job hasn’t afforded him to do.

Jan. 28, 2002 10 p.m.

County tries to keep jobs

Anderson Peanuts has told Pike County officials that in order to remain in Pike County rail service must be restored to their facility.

Jan. 28, 2002 10 p.m.

Relay For Life kicks off this week

Some people around the country are beginning to think Olympics, but around Pike County, it’s Relay time.

Jan. 28, 2002 10 p.m.

Carter Road weight restriction causes controversy

Restricting the weight on a county road could cause some problems for a local construction company.

Jan. 28, 2002 10 p.m.

Students to job shadow Friday

Punxsutawney Phil might be out Feb. 2 looking for his shadow, but about 500 eighth grade students in Pike County, will get the jump on him.

Jan. 28, 2002 10 p.m.

Robbery suspects caught in Friday manhunt

Eight law enforcement agencies converged on an area near the Pike and Bullock County line Friday to track two men who are accused of robbing a Steel’s Crossroads store at gunpoint that morning.

Jan. 26, 2002 10 p.m.

Chamber bestows honors

The roots that tie people to Pike County grew a little deeper on Friday as the Pike County Chamber of Commerce honored its individual and business of the year.

Jan. 26, 2002 10 p.m.

New law restricts young drivers

A new law passed by the Alabama Legislature, which goes into effect on July 1, requires those under the age of 18 who apply for a regular driver’s license to have had a learner’s permit for at least six months prior to the application.

Jan. 26, 2002 10 p.m.

Shelby has strong words on the war against terrorism

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R.-Ala., didn’t mince words on Friday night.

"President Bush has stepped up to the podium, and we should – I believe – support him," Shelby said about the ongoing War on Terrorism.

Jan. 26, 2002 10 p.m.

Pinewood Derby held

Cub scouts got to experience the thrill of the race at the annual Pinewood Derby held at Charles Henderson Middle School Saturday Morning.

Jan. 26, 2002 10 p.m.

Smith proposes new recreation center

"I have a dream." No, those aren’t just the words of the late Martin Luther King Jr., but also the words spoken recently by Troy City Recreation Director, Dan Smith.

Jan. 25, 2002 10 p.m.

Petition filed against redistricting

Pike County resident Jeff Baker has filed a petition in the Pike County Circuit Clerk’s office disputing the redistricting plan recently approved by the Pike County Commission.

Jan. 25, 2002 10 p.m.

Tourism good sale for state

The state lodging tax brings in about $8.5 million to the tourism coffer each year, but none of that money stays in Alabama.

Jan. 25, 2002 10 p.m.

Neighbor: Bill King walks for the sake of a healthy heart

Bill King’s left leg had gone stiff on him and he knew he had better see a doctor.

Jan. 25, 2002 10 p.m.

Smith proposes new recreation center

"I have a dream." No, those aren’t just the words of the late Martin Luther King Jr., but also the words spoken recently by Troy City Recreation Director, Dan Smith.

Jan. 24, 2002 10 p.m.

Tourism good sale for state

The state lodging tax brings in about $8.5 million to the tourism coffer each year, but none of that money stays in Alabama.

Jan. 24, 2002 10 p.m.

Petition filed against redistricting

Pike County resident Jeff Baker has filed a petition in the Pike County Circuit Clerk’s office disputing the redistricting plan recently approved by the Pike County Commission.

Jan. 24, 2002 10 p.m.

Neighbor: Bill King walks for the sake of a healthy heart

Bill King’s left leg had gone stiff on him and he knew he had better see a doctor.

Jan. 24, 2002 10 p.m.

Aldridge appointed VP of University College at TSU

Troy State University administrator Dr. Susan C. Aldridge has been named Vice President of University College, the administrative division that oversees TSU programs outside of Alabama.

Jan. 22, 2002 10 p.m.

Two charged with burglary

Two Troy men are in the Pike County Jail after they allegedly attempted to burglarize a local car dealership.

Jan. 22, 2002 10 p.m.

"Conecuh People" coming to Troy Thursday night

"Conecuh People" is coming to Troy for four days only and if you miss it – you’ve missed it.

Jan. 22, 2002 10 p.m.

DTF finds esctacy in raid

A 5 p.m. execution of a search warrant on Jan. 16, by the 12th Judicial Drug Task Force (DTF) and officers from the Troy Police Department, yielded between $1,200 and $1,500 worth of the illegal drug ecstasy and approximately $700 in cash.

Jan. 22, 2002 10 p.m.

MedAssist coming to Pike Co.

Senior citizens in Pike County who qualify will soon be able to take advantage of assistance on the purchase of their prescription drugs, thanks to a program which some Alabama counties already have.

Jan. 22, 2002 10 p.m.

Courthouse security on minds of county commission

Security is on the minds of the Pike County Commission, even more so after the events on the morning of Jan. 14, when an armed man took a security hostage at the Pike County Courthouse.

Jan. 22, 2002 10 p.m.

New plaques needed

Remembering those who fought to preserve our freedom is an important job of the American Legion Post 70 Auxiliary’s (ALA) job.

Jan. 21, 2002 10 p.m.

County approves redistricting plan in 4-1 vote

The Pike County Commission heard some opposition to their redistricting plan during a public hearing held at the Pike County Courthouse Monday afternoon.

Jan. 21, 2002 10 p.m.

Tax to be voted on

The Pike County Commission voted Monday afternoon to adopt four resolutions which will allow them to ask voters to renew the 9.7 mills in property tax and the one-cent sales tax needed to keep area schools operating.

Jan. 21, 2002 10 p.m.

CHHS cheerleaders capture national championship

The Charles Henderson High School varsity cheerleaders are national champions.

Jan. 21, 2002 10 p.m.

Crenshaw County’s Laura Lynn Lester says reality finally starting to sink in

One week ago, Laura Lynn Lester, a 17-year-old senior at Crenshaw Christian Academy was one of 61 eager contestants trying to win the title of Alabama’s Junior Miss.

Jan. 21, 2002 10 p.m.

Hastey, Bullock honored

Albert Hastey and Jamie Bullock were honored by the Brundidge Business Association last night when they were named the 2001 Man and Woman of the Year

Jan. 17, 2002 10 p.m.

Mark Brazzell: Being heart smart is being head smart

For about as long as he can remember, Mark Bazzell has been interested in science. That interest led him to an allied health background and, working as a paramedic, he saw more than his share of victims of heart attacks and strokes.

Jan. 17, 2002 10 p.m.

MLK and the "Master Plan"

"A mixed crowd" attended the Second Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday to celebrate the prolific achievements and dreams of one man.

Jan. 17, 2002 10 p.m.

NRCS funds projects

Thanks to the efforts of the Pike County Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) office 19 bad erosion sites in the county have been funded for repair.

Jan. 17, 2002 10 p.m.

Sessions holds education forum at TES

"No child should be left behind." Senator Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.) echoed those words, spoken by President George W. Bush recently, during a visit to Troy Elementary School Thursday evening.

Jan. 17, 2002 10 p.m.

Ruth Henderson retires from TB&T

Several decades ago, most people were very thankful to have a car. Looking back, Ruth Henderson is thankful she didn’t.

Jan. 16, 2002 10 p.m.

Johns faces judge in Coffee Co. court

Charles Kelvin Johns, 41, of Brundidge appeared in an Elba courtroom, before Coffee County District Judge Steven Blair, in connection with the Monday morning hostage situation at the Pike County Courthouse.

Jan. 16, 2002 10 p.m.

Park Memorial celebrates 50th anniversary

A church that is still experiencing growing pains on its 50th anniversary is undoubtedly doing something right.

Jan. 16, 2002 10 p.m.

"Bait" lures large audience to Malone

Not many exhibitions come out smoking and bring out the fire department, but Steven Ochs’ exhibition, "Bait" did just that.

Jan. 15, 2002 10 p.m.

Deputies search for Springhill robbery suspects

Pike County authorities are investigating a third armed robbery reported over the past four months.

Jan. 15, 2002 10 p.m.

Two arrested for Amoco robbery

Two teens have been arrested in connection with the Jan. 9 robbery of the Amoco station on U.S. 87, near the intersection of U.S. 231.

Jan. 15, 2002 10 p.m.

Council takes action on Wal-Mart project

During a meeting that lasted just under an hour Tuesday afternoon, the Brundidge City Council made two decisions concerning the Wal-Mart distribution center that is to be constructed there and is scheduled to be completed sometime in 2003.

Jan. 15, 2002 10 p.m.

Sen. Shelby to speak at annual Chamber banquet

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Ala.) will be the keynote speaker as the Pike County Chamber of Commerce offers a "Tribute to Teamwork" at its upcoming annual meeting.

Jan. 15, 2002 10 p.m.

Carden named as news editor for The Messenger

Troy Messenger Publisher Stacy Graning announces the addition of Evan Carden to The Messenger staff as news editor.

Jan. 15, 2002 10 p.m.

Gunman takes hostage

Employees of the Pike County Courthouse stood by Monday morning as one of their own was held at gunpoint.

Jan. 14, 2002 10 p.m.

Education leaders ask county to hold special election

Education leaders have formally asked the Pike County Commission to hold a special election for the sole purpose of renewing the ad valorem tax.

Jan. 14, 2002 10 p.m.

County receives waterhshed report

Monday night, Pike County Commissioners were presented with the Groundwater Assessment Report by Barbara Gibson of the Watershed Management Authority (WMA).

Jan. 14, 2002 10 p.m.

Dr. Long Presented band world "Oscar"

Of all of the honors and awards that have been bestowed on Troy State University Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Music Dr. John M. Long, he counts his most recent award as "one of the greatest honors" he has received.

Jan. 14, 2002 10 p.m.

Murder suspect refuses to waive extradition from Chicago

Investigators with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department returned home from Chicago without their man.

Jan. 12, 2002 10 p.m.

Police search for robbery suspects

Troy police are still searching for two suspects in the robbery of the Amoco station on U.S. 87 near the intersection of U.S. 231.

Jan. 12, 2002 10 p.m.

Bill nixes office

A bill that would abolish the office of constable in Pike County has been filed for the current session of the Alabama Legislature.

Jan. 12, 2002 10 p.m.

Brundidge BBA celebrates banner year

The Brundidge Business Association’s annual banquet was a sellout before the tickets hit the street.

Delatha Mobley, association treasurer, said the response to this year’s banquet has been overwhelming, as it should be because Brundidge has had a banner year.

Jan. 12, 2002 10 p.m.

Ochs exhibit invites viewers to take the ‘bait’

The word "bait" usually conjures up images of worms or crickets on a hook or a trap set for the the likes of B’rer Rabbit.

Jan. 12, 2002 10 p.m.

Commission looks to people for input on redistricting

Pike County Commissioners are still dealing with the Census figures released many months ago.

Jan. 7, 2002 10 p.m.

quiet session ahead?

COLUMBIANA – State Sen. Bill Armistead, R-Columbiana, who is looking at hisown potential state race, said recently the Legislature will likely not tackle any controversial issues during this year’s election cycle.

Jan. 7, 2002 10 p.m.

Juveniles arrested for car burglary

Three 18-year-olds have been arrested for breaking into vehicles in Troy.

Jan. 7, 2002 10 p.m.

Tori Lee chosen for premier scholarship competition

A Brundidge native is one of six Troy State University students selected for the prestigious 2002 Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship competition.

Jan. 7, 2002 10 p.m.

Little ‘Lexi’ makes mark as county’s first baby of 2002

Little Alexandra McLendon arrived a few weeks early and just in time to be Pike County’s 2002 New Year’s baby.

Jan. 5, 2002 10 p.m.

Redistricting tops list of critical issues

Legislators are expected to be a bit tight-fisted when it comes to setting budgets during the upcoming session of the Alabama Legislature.

Jan. 5, 2002 10 p.m.

Landfill contract pending

BRUNDIDGE ­ A new contract concerning Brundidge Landfill LLC may be signed, sealed and delivered after Thursday.

Jan. 5, 2002 10 p.m.

‘Conecuh People’ coming to Troy

The Conecuh People are coming to the stage of the Claudia Crosby Theater Jan. 24-27 with what promises to be a unique and memorable theater experience.

Jan. 5, 2002 10 p.m.

Snow in short supply for kids, but fun abounds

It was easy to tell where the children had been in Pike County on Thursday. You need only look in the yard.

Jan. 3, 2002 10 p.m.

Coffee, snow and other stuff

While Toby and Jewel Griffin were huddled around the table with the breakfast bunch at Hardee’s eating biscuits and solving the problems of the world, their cows and goats were huddled under the shed keeping out of the snow and wishing for some hay to come their way.

Jan. 3, 2002 10 p.m.

City, county prepared for harsh weather

The past couple of days, Pike County citizens have awakened to a unique sight ­ snow-covered trees and lawns.

Jan. 3, 2002 10 p.m.

Gorman sentenced to 90-day jail term for probation violation

The man who kept Troy police at bay for four hours the night of Dec. 12 and is considered a prime suspect in a Maine murder is being held in a Portland jail for 90 days without bail for violating his probation.

Jan. 3, 2002 10 p.m.

Jennings ready for state Junior Miss competition

Pike County Junior Miss Rachel Jennings is much more comfortable with the way she speaks than with the way she moves.

Jan. 3, 2002 10 p.m.

Storm brings little snow, lots of cold

With a winter storm approaching, many Pike Countians went to bed New Year’s night with visions of snowflakes dancing in their head.

Jan. 2, 2002 10 p.m.

Power outages keep parts of city out in cold, utilities officials say

Many Troy residents woke up shivering Wednesday morning because they had no heat.

Jan. 2, 2002 10 p.m.

Brundidge council gives city employees two-step pay raise

BRUNDIDGE ­ Most employees in the city of Brundidge will be getting a pay increase.

Jan. 2, 2002 10 p.m.

An ‘old Christmas’

Christmas often comes and goes in a flurry of activity.

Jan. 1, 2002 10 p.m.

Goshen firefighters clean ammonia spill

A Goshen firefighter is recovering from second- and third-degree burns after working to clean an ammonia spill on Sunday.

Jan. 1, 2002 10 p.m.

Landfill could expand

BRUNDIDGE ­ City officials are looking to modify a solid waste management permit that would allow Brundidge Landfill LLC to take in more tonnage from more places and generate an additional $1.7 million a year for the city.

Jan. 1, 2002 10 p.m.

Tyner leaving county position

Just over eight months after becoming Pike County’s administrator, Mark Tyner is leaving.

Jan. 1, 2002 10 p.m.

Old post office will house Chamber, Arts Council

The old post office located downtown Troy will get a facelift and new residents.

Jan. 1, 2002 10 p.m.

New year brings changes to GED testing requirements

As of today, those who wish to get a GED will find they need to know more about math and business.

Dec. 31, 2001 10 p.m.

Charities feel pinch

Contributions to agencies that benefit Pike County were down in 2001, and organizers said the impact will soon be felt in limited or eliminated services during 2002.

Dec. 31, 2001 10 p.m.

Stricter boating laws take effect today

For some people, today will mean sleeping in after ringing in the new year. Others will just consider it a day off from work.

Dec. 31, 2001 10 p.m.

Steed: Students deserve ‘high-octane education’

Linda Steed has a reputation for being straightforward. She’ll tell it like it is, and sometimes she’ll even get mad about it.

Dec. 31, 2001 10 p.m.  

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