Obituaries – 8/31

Alma Black Hayes 1953-2012   Funeral services for Alma Black Hayes, 59, of Valley, were held at 3 p.m. on Aug. 26, at Jeffcoat-Trant Chapel. Dr. Rusty Sowell officiated. Burial was in Garden Hills Cemetery. Visitation was at 2 p.m. on Sunday one hour prior to the...

Annual Band-O-Rama heard loud and clear

by Kathy Crump Opelika Observer   Last Friday night, Duck Samford stadium hosted the annual Band-O-Rama — a showcase of bands from all over the area. The Auburn University marching band kicked off the night with their pre-game show and ended the event with some...

OHS football defeats Enterprise 27-10

By D. Mark Mitchell Sports Editor School began last week and the athletic department is in full swing. The volleyball, cross country and football teams will all start the regular season this week or next week. The volleyball team will host Beauregard and Lanier on...