Barr retires as Troy police chief - The Troy Messenger
Sep 27, 2024 · Randall Barr officially served his last day as Troy Police Chief on Friday. The City of Troy hosted a retirement celebration for Barr at The Studio in downtown Troy. “You can always depend on Randall,” Troy Mayor Jason Reeves said. “He’s going to be there. Hes got that grit. … And when you have that […]
Charles Henderson stumbles on the road at Benjamin Russell
Sep 27, 2024 · On Friday night, the Charles Henderson Trojans (2-3) were shutout for the first time in the regular season since 2021, falling 29-0 to the Benjamin Russell Wildcats (3-3) on the road in a non-region matchup. Both teams came into the contest a bit shorthanded with injuries across both teams. The Wildcats, though, took a 7-0 […]
TPD holds memorial for Elijah Rouse - The Troy Messenger
Sep 24, 2024 · The Troy Police Department along with the family of former officer Elijah Rouse gathered on Monday for memorial service a year and a day after his unexpected death. Rouse had been a corrections officer and joined the Troy Police Department in 2019. He died at his home in Brundidge on Sept. 22, 2023. “We keep […]
Doug McLendon honored by Troy Parks & Rec - The Troy Messenger
Oct 1, 2024 · The soccer complex at the Troy Parks and Recreation Center was officially named the Doug McLendon Soccer Complex on Monday in honor of and appreciation for the longtime TP&R soccer coach. McLendon has long considered the opportunity to be a soccer coach and to work with kids who are dedicated to the sport an honor. […]
TPD arrests two after stolen vehicle reported - The Troy Messenger
On October 2, 2024, the Troy Police Department responded to a report of a stolen vehicle in the 300 block of Curtis Drive. Earlier that morning, a separate incident of unlawful entry into a motor vehicle had also been reported at the same address. Following the issuance of a Be on the Lookout (BOLO), officers […]
Charles Henderson celebrates Homecoming with region win over …
Oct 4, 2024 · By Dan Smith Antonio Frazier and Nemo Williams scored two touchdowns apiece as Charles Henderson outfought Andalusia 28-12 Friday evening in a big Class 5A, Region 2 battle in Troy’s Veterans Memorial Stadium. CHHS improves to 3-3 overall and 3-1 in Region 2 play, while Andalusia sits at 3-4 overall and 2-1 in region competition. […]
Troy PD investigating multiple shots fired calls on Sept. 22
Sep 22, 2024 · The Troy Messenger is a news website that covers events and issues in Troy and Pike County, Alabama. Read the latest report on multiple shots fired incidents on Sept. 22, 2024, and how to contact the police department.
Barron sworn in as TPD chief - The Troy Messenger
Oct 1, 2024 · Danny Barron was sworn in as the Troy Police Department’s New chief on Tuesday morning. Barron began working with the TPD in 1991 as part-time jailer and worked his way up through the ranks. He was appointed as chief, replacing Randall Barr. Barr retired last Friday after more than 33 years with the department and […]
Troy’s Bryan, Wolgamat earn ALABCA honors - The Troy Messenger
Oct 11, 2024 · On Friday, the Alabama Baseball Coaches Association (ALABCA) announced its Division I Coaches and Players of the Year with Troy University’s Brooks Bryan and Ben Wolgamat both taking honors. Wolgamat was named the ALABCA Division I Assistant Coach of the Year, while Brooks Bryan earned ALABCA Division I Player of the Year. For the 2024 […]
Pike County Fair one of the best - The Troy Messenger
Oct 10, 2024 · ‘The Troy Shriners’ 2024 Pike County Fair will be remembered as one of the most fun and exciting in recent memory. The Midway features many of the long running rides including the Ferris wheel, the Merry Go Round and kids “bumper’ car and many new and exciting rides for those looking for scared-screaming kind of rides.