Dianne Smith, Author at The Troy Messenger

Dianne Smith

Edward Dunbar an aggressive businessman

Edward Frost Dunbar is one of the aggressive businessmen of Pike County whose activities are directed along industrial lines with substantial results for his company ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, April 8, 2025 7:40 pm

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Whaley phased out retail building sales in 1977

  In 1977, Whaley’s Lumber made some changes in their retail operations.      Whaley Lumber and Construction Company, Inc. is phasing out its retail ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, March 25, 2025 7:12 pm

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A wheelchair wedding

“Sometimes you find love with the most unexpected person at the most surprising moment.” Johnnie Lou and Arnold Hicks married in 1977, and I was ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, March 11, 2025 7:04 pm

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Marvin Blumentritt finds joy in hunting

In 1977, The Troy Messenger ran this story about Dr. Marvin Blumentritt and his love for turkey hunting. Dr. Marvin Blumentritt, a busy Troy dentist, ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, March 4, 2025 7:41 pm

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Donal Dunbar recognized for achievements

A charitable organization thrives on a clear mission, a dedicated and dynamic board of directors, skilled staff, and a passionate group of volunteers. In 2017, ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 6:41 pm

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Whaley Pecans is a classic holiday baking tradition

Having lived in Troy since 1979, I cherish the tradition my mother started, sending me to buy Whaley pecans every November for her holiday baking. ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 6:35 pm

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New Century Club celebrated 100th anniversary in 2017

One hundred years ago, in the state of Alabama, in the county of Pike in the town of Troy, 21 women gathered to form a ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 8:10 pm

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From The Messenger’s archive: A Wheelchair Wedding

“Sometimes you find love with the most unexpected person at the most surprising moment.” Johnnie Lou and Arnold Hicks married in 1977, and I was ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 7:53 pm

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Troy native honored for military service in WWII

The U.S.S. Intrepid, launched in 1943, stands as a symbol of resilience and courage, having bravely survived five kamikaze attacks and one torpedo strike during ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 7:56 pm

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Jerry Spann left a legacy of music in the City of Troy

I recently saw on Facebook that December 26 is the wedding anniversary of Jerry and Betty Spann. Married in 1954, this past December 26 would ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Monday, January 20, 2025 5:42 pm

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