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Changing city streets

by | Apr 20, 2016 | Community

  By Nickolaus Hines Opelika Observer A new dual screen, 260-square-foot digital billboard towers over the Bread and Buggy gas station on the corner of Frederick Road and Gateway Drive. Depending on who you ask, it’s an eyesore, a symptom of capitalism, or a sign...

Inspired by Opelika

by | Apr 20, 2016 | Community

Downtown business district draws Yogafly to Eighth Street By Anna-Claire Terry Staff Reporter When Peach Friedman brought Yogafly to downtown Opelika on South Eighth Street, she hoped to add to the sense of community Opelikans have. “I have been in business in Auburn...

A senior prom for seniors

by | Apr 20, 2016 | Column

Like most high schools, the one my daughter attends holds a Senior Prom. However, in addition to the Senior Prom that honors the Senior Class, there is another. The Student Government Association sponsors “Senior Citizens Prom,” for old folks — which to the kids...