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How to choose a dog trainer: Part two

by | Mar 16, 2012 | Column

The U.S. Department of Labor projects a growth of 21 percent for animal training jobs through 2018. In a growing and unregulated industry, anyone can call themselves a trainer. Last week we looked at some of the criteria: the trainer’s experience, knowledge and...

Community Obituaries – 3/16

by | Mar 16, 2012 | Obituaries

Hardy Shumate, Jr. 1919-2012   Hardy Shumate, Jr., of Opelika, was born on Aug. 15, 1919, in Thomaston, Ga. and passed away on March 11, in Huntsville, at Tutt Fann Veteran’s Home. He was 92 years old. He was a member of Pepperell Baptist Church in Opelika. He...

Trinity performs at choral assessment

by | Mar 16, 2012 | Education

Written by Elizabeth Patton Student Reporter Trinity’s vocal ensemble, the Trinity Singers, which includes students in grades six through 12, recently participated in the State Choral Performance Assessment in Tallassee. The choral assessment, which is sponsored by...

Spring sports are ready to play

by | Mar 9, 2012 | Sports

by D. Mark Mitchell Sports Editor Opelika Athletics Spring sports are in full swing at OHS and OMS. In fact, the busiest time in the athletic department is spring. Just look at this list of the OHS sports that are played during the spring: baseball, softball, girls...