Arboretum’s ‘Rainbow Bridge’ aims to help pet owners honor deceased pets

TROY, Ala. (TROJANVISION) — A local dog owner’s idea to build a pet memorial bridge for her sick dog was put into action, even after her dog’s recovery.

Cheyenne Tillery’s 13-year-old dog, Trina, has been suffering from cancer. Recently a complication with her medications had Tillery worried that Trina was not going to survive. 

“It’s like losing a best friend,” Tillery said. “It’s a…

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Honeybees are coming to the Arboretum

TROY, Ala. (TROJANVISION) — Troy University’s Arboretum is beginning development of an on-site honeybee observation hive in collaboration with a local apiary, Three’s Bees.

It’s an attempt to create some buzz around the importance of honeybee protection. Soon the Arboretum will open a honeybee hive to teach students and the community about bees’ role in…

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Troy University arboretum receives accessibility funding

TROY, Ala. (TROJANVISION) — The arboretum has received a $162,000 grant going to fund new educational and recreational improvements, making the area more accessible for everyone.

“We are very grateful for this and we will be using this money to improve not only things for students here, but for the community members who come out…

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Arboretum receives all-terrain wheelchair, increases accessibility

TROY, Ala. (TROJANVISION) — Troy University’s Arboretum prides itself on welcoming members of TROY’s campus and community to explore and appreciate nature. After a recent grant, the arboretum is accessible to even more people.

The arboretum features 75 acres of land that’s open to the public. The problem? None of the trails are paved, which…

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