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Those who foster love

by | May 15, 2015 | Column

It is once again the time of year to recognize some people near and dear to my heart. May is Foster Care month, and most important are the people who are in the trenches doing the work, foster parents. I know how difficult this job is because I was once a foster care...

Outstanding Auburn students

by | May 15, 2015 | Column

During my tenure as a teacher and researcher at Auburn University I had the privilege of directing 12 graduate students to completion of their MS or Ph.D. degrees. All have had successful careers, and many are now enjoying retirement. My first graduate student was Ron...

Romancing the stone

by | May 15, 2015 | Column

Warning, the following is written for those who might one day be afflicted with what afflicted me and for friends who have been down this road and who, when hearing of my plight, wrote to assure me that I was not alone in my suffering. It might not be appropriate for...

OHS Athletics year in review

by | May 15, 2015 | Sports

By D. Mark Mitchell sports columnist OHS ATHLETICS YEAR IN REVIEW The start of the 2014-15 school year was a new “year” for many at OHS including, teachers, students, administration, employees, theater students and band members, just to name a few. The Opelika High...

5-15 Obituaries

by | May 15, 2015 | Obituaries

William Barry Farr Funeral service for Mr. William Barry Farr, 68, of Opelika, Alabama, was 11 a.m. May 9 at Jeffcoat-Trant Chapel. Reverend Ralph Cotton officiated.  Burial was held in Garden Hills Cemetery. Visitation was May 8 from 6-8 p.m. at Jeffcoat-Trant...