by The Observer Staff | Mar 17, 2026 | Schools
BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Lee County Schools is reporting stable finances four months into the current fiscal year, but officials are sounding a cautionary note about the district’s reliance on a state appropriation that could begin shrinking in...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 17, 2026 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Stacey Wallace
BY STACEY WALLACE OPINION — If you’ve read this column, you know that I LOVE telling stories, especially about my family and friends. I believe my love of storytelling came from Tom Patton, my daddy.Daddy was so quick witted, and he was the family storyteller before...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 17, 2026 | Featured
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN-OPELIKA — Creating a space for everyone, the Auburn-Opelika Mocktail Trail helps connect those who are alcohol-free with drinks that they can enjoy with friends on a night out locally.“We were trying to figure out [a new trail idea]...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 17, 2026 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Sean Dietrich
OPINION —Our shower drain kept getting clogged. It was a big problem. We had to hire a plumber. He came out twice.God love him, the plumber did not look happy the second time. Namely, because our house is 100 years old. Meaning, five generations of people have been...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 17, 2026 | Events, Featured
CONTRIBUTED BYOPELIKA MAIN STREET OPELIKA — Get ready to sip, stroll and support local. Opelika Main Street is thrilled to announce the launch of the first-ever Downtown Opelika Coffee Crawl, taking place on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This inaugural...
