Today I share with you the story of the shocking murder of Charles Brooks. He was shot through the window of his home, and there were hardly any clues to the murderer. But, 10 days later, an arrest was made. The story doesn’t end with the trial, so stay tuned!

There’s an Art First! Friday on November 1st from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Pine Mountain, Art and Jewelry Store. Ona Graham is the featured artist, and she’s so talented! She’ll be at the reception, so you will have a chance to answer questions and she her fabulous sculptures and paintings. Light fare and beverages will be served.

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You may have heard of John Wallace, but have you heard of Mayhayley Lancaster? Mayhayley was a lawyer, fortune teller, farmer, political activist, numbers runner, schoolteacher and self-proclaimed “Oracle of the Ages.”  She had one eye. And, she provided crucial testimony in the John Wallace murder trial.

On Saturday, October 26th^, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., come join the fun in this free, family event.  The Truck or Treat & Bon Fire will be at the ball field behind the police department in downtown Pine Mountain (that’s 301 Chipley Street).   They’ll be music, a bounce house, bon fire, hot dogs and drinks.   

On October 29^th @ 11:30 a.m. at Dakota’s Counter is Our Town Trivia.  All the questions will be from the murders I’ve discussed in this month’s episodes, so I expect it’s going to be a very competitive game.  I will be hosting the fun event in costume, dressed as Mayhayley Lancaster.  Please email me at joy@tourswithjoy.com if you plan to attend, it helps us get a good headcount.  The game is free, and lunch is dutch treat.

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In today’s episode, I cover the murder of T. T. Murrah by Ab Hastey, right on Main Street. Listen to the unbelievable-but-true story and the escape from jail that followed. You’ll be surprised!

The Fall Into Fashion Show at the Chipley Women’s club is sure to be a good time. It’s on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and the cost is $50. Please reach RSVP by calling 706-457-4460 or emailing juliaskeating@gmail.com.

The Artist Open House is at Cat’s Meow Warehouse Annex on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The artists, Sarah and Michele West, will be on-hand with pottery and original pastels, inks, watercolors and more. Their art is amazing, so stop by!

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Who would have thought that a dispute over 15 cents would lead to a duel? Listen to hear the story of Virgil Irvin and Joe Hastey’s shoot out during a political speech given by Hoke Smith. Truth is stranger than fiction.

I hope to see you at the Sunnyside Community Center’s Fall Festival this weekend. It’s on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lots of vendors, food, music and games and activities for the kids! For details, check out www.sunnysidecommunitycenter.org.

And if you love to be scared, check out the haunted experience, Nightmare on 190. The screams are real! http://www.nightmareon190.com

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Since we don’t have any ghosts in Pine Mountain (none that I have discovered anyway) and in the spirit of Halloween, I am focusing on the wild west days of Chipley for this month’s episodes. Today’s story is a surprising one, because it involves a town doctor, Doc Hardy. So listen in and learn about Pine Mountain’s mayhem past.

If you love live music, make sure you stop by Unique Expressions for their Acoustic Open Mic on 10/5 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The music is fantastic . . . and when you order lunch, ask for the secret, unpublished menu only locals know about.

Don’t miss the chance to see the presentation and exhibit that will explore the history of schools and teacher requirements in the Pine Mountain area, spanning from the 1800s to the present day.  The event will take place on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the Family Life Center of the First United Methodist Church of Pine Mountain.   For more details, you can email info@chipleyhistoriccenter.org or call (706) 663-4044.  

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