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Dianne Smith

German WWII POWs were housed in Pike County

Approximately 16,000 German prisoners of war made Alabama their home during World War II.  The first camps were constructed by the Army Corps of Engineers ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, October 31, 2023 5:42 pm

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Remember when the Piggly Wiggly opened?

Piggly Wiggly Discount Stores will hold their formal opening in the new Parklane Shopping Center on Thursday.  Ribbon cutting ceremonies, sponsored by the Chamber of ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, October 17, 2023 7:34 pm

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Miss Blossom’s was once the place to eat

All of these articles can be found in previous editions of The Troy Messenger.  Stay tuned for more.  Dianne Smith is the President of the ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, October 10, 2023 7:05 pm

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Henderson, Black & Greene Mill Co. founded in 1926

In January 1926, the Henderson, Black & Greene Mill Company was established as the successor of Henderson Mill Company.  When the firm was founded, HB&G ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, October 3, 2023 7:04 pm

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The history of Troy First Methodist Church

Ann Love deeded land to the trustees of the Methodist Church in 1858.  She also gave $350 in cash for the building of the first ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, September 19, 2023 7:32 pm

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Looking back on when the Royal Theatre open in Troy

In 1911, the New Royal Theatre opened in Troy.  One of the productions was From the Manger to the Cross.  According to the Troy Messenger, ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, September 12, 2023 7:16 pm

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Remember when a paperboy debuted an album

T. Bob Davis, a native of Troy, has been practicing dentistry for 52 years in Dallas, Texas.  He is also well known for his music ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, September 5, 2023 7:31 pm

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Remember when City Drug Store opened in Troy

City Drug Store opens in Parklane Shopping Center this week.  Jacob Doty, store manager, invites everyone to enjoy the convenience and comfort of the newest ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, August 29, 2023 7:17 pm

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Edward Frost Dunbar was an influential citizen

Troy State University will honor one of Troy’s outstanding citizens when it bestows an honorary Doctors degree upon him at graduation ceremonies on June 12,  ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, August 22, 2023 6:59 pm

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The history of the National Guard armory in Brundidge

The local National Guard Armory officially became Fort Wendall K. Taylor and was dedicated in ceremonies Sunday afternoon, May 24.  Chief Warrant Officer Taylor, for ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, August 15, 2023 7:22 pm

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