by The Observer Staff | Jun 22, 2016 | Community, Events
By Morgan Bryce Opelika Observer Tuesday marked the groundbreaking of Opelika’s newest hotel chain, Home 2 Suites by Hilton, at Capps Landing. This location is one of 40 Home 2 Suites locations that are being constructed throughout the country. Developed by local...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 22, 2016 | Column, Opinions
By Stephen Cooper As reported (“Gov. Robert Bentley speaks on Mike Hubbard without mentioning Hubbard”, June 11) by Paul Gattis for Al.com, Alabama Governor Bentley issued a “vaguely-worded” statement [ the Saturday after the Hubbard trial verdict]. Because,...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 22, 2016 | Community
By Morgan Bryce Opelika Observer The Opelika Sportsplex hosted a pump track demonstration on Tuesday afternoon, giving Opelika residents a chance to try out their bikes or scooters on the short but challenging track. Working in cooperation with American Ramp Company...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 22, 2016 | Community
Wright’s Market honored by U.S. Chamber of Commerce By Anna-Claire Terry Staff Reporter One of Opelika’s local businesses was recently awarded by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Wright’s Market received the annual Community Excellence Award for commitment to the...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 22, 2016 | Sports
Photos by Robert Noles The Opelika Chiefs defeated Tallahassee’s Capital City Cobras last Saturday night 48-20. The 13-0 Chiefs will play for the national championship in Atlanta June 25. By Fred Woods Editor The Opelika Chiefs wrapped up the APDFL American Conference...