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7/11 Obituaries

by The Observer Staff | Jul 11, 2014 | Obituaries

Virginia G. “Ginny” Dukas Funeral service for Virginia G. “Ginny” Dukas, 86, of Opelika was held at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 5, 2014 at Jeffcoat-Trant Chapel. The Rev. Scott Dukas officiated. Burial was held in Rosemere Cemetery. Visitation was Saturday one hour...

Dixie boys dominate

by The Observer Staff | Jul 10, 2014 | Sports

By D. Mark Mitchell Sports Editor OPELIKA ATHLETICS The Fourth of July has come and gone. OHS athletes are back working out and preparing for the 2014 season. The Bulldog football team participated in team camp and 7 on 7 games this week. Coach Blackmon, starting his...

Highest honor: State hospital association awards Gold Medal of Excellence to EAMC CEO

by The Observer Staff | Jul 10, 2014 | Community

Special to the Opelika Observer Terry Andrus, president of East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, was recently presented the Gold Medal of Excellence by the Alabama Hospital Association at its annual meeting. The award is the highest honor given to a health care...

Local cable: a review of OPS’ history, services

by The Observer Staff | Jul 10, 2014 | Community

By Edna Ward Opelika Observer The earliest mention of electric services for the City of Opelika was March 29, 1890. The “Opelika Semi-Weekly Democrat” stated, “A lot has been purchased for the electric light plant in the vicinity of Trammells’ Wagon Factory.” ...

Raising rates: Water Board announces new fees effective Aug. 1

by The Observer Staff | Jul 10, 2014 | Community

By Fred Woods Editor Opelika Utilities is increasing its rates for water. Utilities bills after Aug. 1, 2014, will include a rate increase of $1.10 per 1,000 gallons of usage. The typical residential customer, who averages using 4,000 gallons a month, will see a...

7/11 Obituaries

Dixie boys dominate

Highest honor: State hospital association awards Gold Medal of Excellence to EAMC CEO

Local cable: a review of OPS’ history, services

Raising rates: Water Board announces new fees effective Aug. 1

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