BY KADIE TAYLORFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA —Veteran, James “Jimbo” Arnold Jr. is living proof that it is never too late to learn. After serving in the Army for 20 years, the retired sergeant first class is now pursuing his bachelor’s in electrical and computer engineering at Auburn University.But his story to continuing education started in New Hampshire where Arnold joined the Army immediately after high school, inspired by his older brother and...
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Alabama Rural Ministry is hosting its annual No More Shacks fundraiser from now through Nov 2. ARM will host different events and attractions from Tuesday to Saturday for local students and residents to learn more and donate, and will close the week with a Smash the Kats and Destroy a Van to Support event on Nov. 1 where gameday goers can participate and support the ministry as they walk by. ...
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — A four-phase housing development by Quality Homes is being constructed around Hodge Cemetery, which contains graves from 1851 to 1989 and has a deed that dates back to the 1900s. President of the Lee County Cemetery Preservation Commission Tiffany Hilyer has raised concerns to the Opelika City Council about the close proximity of two of the housing lots to the historic cemetery. “The original deed...
BY JOHN ATKINSON FOR THE OBSERVER OPINION — A couple of weeks ago, I asked Scott Besong, a third-generation combat veteran who lives in Auburn, what the nicest thing was that a stranger had ever done to thank him for his service. “Oh, hands down, it’s the way I got into Auburn,” he said. Besong joined the Army out of high school. His enlistment was for two years and sixteen weeks. Nothing more, and he knew nothing less. That was the...
BY KAYLEIGH FREEMAN FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN – Winter Timber Outdoors, a retail store offering high-quality products for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, is open for business. Since its grand opening on Aug. 23, Winter Timber Outdoors has experienced a warm welcome from the community. “People are just really glad to have a good quality outdoor store in Auburn,” said Chief Operating Officer Dylan Munroe. “They don't have to drive to...
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — On Oct. 23, the Alabama Retail Association awarded the owners of Stinson Breads, Matthew and Anna Claire Stinson, the 2025 Emerging Retailer of the Year “Gee” Award, which honors an up-and-coming retailer who demonstrates strong business growth and innovative retailing. “Thank you all for having us in Opelika today,” said Alabama Retail Association president Rick Brown. “We're here to honor...
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CONTRIBUTED BY GROUNDSWELL OPELIKA — The 2025 Rural Renaissance Roadshow will be held in Opelika Nov. 10–12, bringing together more than 200 local leaders from across the nation to focus on rural resilience in energy, food, water and healthy...
CONTRIBUTED BY ALDI OPELIKA — For years, ALDI has offered the lowest per-person price on a Thanksgiving meal compared to nationwide retailers. This year, the country’s fastest-growing grocer continues that tradition by offering a Thanksgiving feast...
CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — A medical emergency can strike at any moment, and when it does, firefighters are often the first to arrive. In October 2023, the Auburn Fire Department became a licensed ALS provider, a major milestone...
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