by The Observer Staff | Nov 15, 2017 | Column
By Hardy Jackson A while back Parade magazine headlined what they described as “A Provocative Report” by former Navy Secretary James Webb. All over the cover were pictures of folks like James Steward, Reba McEntire, Mark Twain, John McCain, George Patton, Tallulah...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 15, 2017 | Ann Cipperly, Column
By Ann Cipperly After turning from a busy highway, a narrow road winds through dense forest under a canopy of fall leaves. Soon the land opens to a picturesque setting with a serene lake and the two-story log home of Dr. Buddy and Cherry Bruce. The road continues...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 15, 2017 | Column, Steve Flowers
By Steve Flowers In March of this year, the Alabama Community College System took a giant leap forward when it brought on a giant in state government and one of Alabama’s preeminent leaders, Jimmy Baker, to be Chancellor. When you have a conversation with Chancellor...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 15, 2017 | Community
By Morgan Bryce Staff Reporter For MaFia’s Ristorante owner and executive chef Rick Yockachonis, each plate of food he prepares is an opportunity to showcase his artistic talents and creative mind. “Cooking is one of the few things I’m good at, so I enjoy presenting...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 15, 2017 | Community
By Rebekah Martin Associate Editor The Opelika City Council suspended the rules at last Tuesday’s regular meeting to pass an ordinance calling a special election Feb. 13, 2018. The election will be for citizens of Opelika to decide whether to renew a previously...
