BY VANESSA ECHOLSFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Opelika-based Dream Day Foundation is on the move, but the local nonprofit is not leaving town. It now has a new home at the Nonprofit Center of East Alabama.Local residents got a chance to see the new office and tour the Nonprofit Center during an open house held Tuesday, July 28.Marion Sankey, who taught in the Opelika School System for 15 years, founded The Dream Day Foundation in 2009 to...
BY VANESSA ECHOLSFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — There’s a familiar face in charge now at the Boys & Girls Club in Opelika. Zach Seifert was named club house director in June. But he’s no stranger to the Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama. Last year, he started volunteering at the Auburn Club, as part of his social work major at Auburn University, where he will graduate in December. He then moved on to the after school program in Opelika....
Mayor highlights schools, development, public safety, infrastructure and the need to protect Opelika’s character BY MICHELLE KEY AND GATOR KINCAID OPELIKA — Mayor Eddie Smith used his first State of the City address to outline Opelika’s investments in education, economic development, public safety and infrastructure while emphasizing that continued growth must be balanced with the protection of neighborhoods, schools and the city’s character....
City’s first comprehensive zoning rewrite since 1991 is expected to be completed by April 2027 BY MICHELLE KEYPublisher OPELIKA — Opelika residents raised concerns about development density, traffic, neighborhood compatibility, housing affordability, construction quality and short-term rentals during a July 29 public meeting on the city’s first comprehensive zoning ordinance update in 35 years. The city hired Birmingham-based KPS Group to...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued a proclamation in honor of William “Will” Roberts, son of ALEA SBI Captain Jason Roberts and his wife Brittney. At just 15 years old, Will passed away on Thursday, July 23, following a long and courageous battle with stage 4 bone cancer. The proclamation recognizes Will’s life and establishes August 1, 2026, as Will Roberts Day in the state of Alabama. “Alabama is remembering...
BY OBSERVER STAFF OPELIKA — Local youth will take the stage this weekend for “Opelika’s Got Talent,” a youth talent showcase presented by WWAPLika Walking With A Purpose.The free, family-friendly event will be held Saturday, Aug. 1, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Covington Recreation Center, located at 213 Carver Ave. in Opelika. Kids and families may register at the door.The showcase is open to youth ages 6 to 18 and will feature singing, dancing,...
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BY VANESSA ECHOLSFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — There’s a familiar face in charge now at the Boys & Girls Club in Opelika. Zach Seifert was named club house director in June. But he’s no stranger to the Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama. Last...
Dallas Dorsey of Opelika is pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of, Miss Joy Katelyn Dorsey, to Mr. Zachary Sean Hatchett of Notasulga, Alabama.The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Dorsey Sr of...
Freedom Celebration draws families, patriotic tributes and a spectacular fireworks finale.
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