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Lifestyles

Which can we afford? The chickens or the eggs?

Growing up, my grandmother had a chicken yard that provided children with pulley bones, chicken scratchers and feathers ...

Guest columnists

Alabama has a host of prominent political leaders under 45

For the casual observer, taking a cursory look at our political leaders reveals that may we have some ...

Guest Columnists

A wheelchair wedding

“Sometimes you find love with the most unexpected person at the most surprising moment.” Johnnie Lou and Arnold ...

Opinion

Marvin Blumentritt finds joy in hunting

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

Opinion

60th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March

This Sunday leaders from throughout Alabama and the entire country will commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Selma ...

Opinion

Donal Dunbar recognized for achievements

A charitable organization thrives on a clear mission, a dedicated and dynamic board of directors, skilled staff, and ...

Opinion

Governor Jim Folsom Jr. has a Legacy

Our Alabama Public Television system was one of the first public television networks in the nation. Today it ...

Lifestyles

Tales from the gin yard

When I was growing up, I was a “yard young’un” my grannie called me. Mama promised to come ...

Guest Columnists

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 ...

Lifestyles

Valentine’s Day: Bah, Humbug!

When I was in the fourth grade, “Miss” Beverly decorate a hat box with red tissue paper and ...

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