by The Observer Staff | Jun 2, 2021 | Obituaries
William G “Billy ’Holden, affectionately known as “Red “of Opelika, died May 22, 2021 at Bethany House after a long battle with ALS. Born on July 20,1963 in Mt Kisco, New York, he lived most of his life in Opelika and surrounding areas. He is survived by his mother...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 2, 2021 | Obituaries
John W. Thomas, Jr. was born on Dec. 2, 1945 in Opelika and went home to be with his Lord on May 28, 2021. He was 75 years old.Mr. Thomas was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a faithful member of Liberty Baptist Church and served in many capacities...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 2, 2021 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell, Sports
On the MarkBy D. Mark Mitchell Coaches can hold camps, practice and use drills to teach skills with students zoned for Opelika schools. No sport can mandate practice until the fall start date. No football equipment except helmets and hand-held blocking pads may be...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 2, 2021 | Sports
By Maddie JoinerFor the Opelika Observer Playing college football requires more than just playing well. Student-athletes must have good grades, access to recruiting camps and constant connections with college coaches. The problem is, not every athlete interested in...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 2, 2021 | Sports
By Maddie JoinerFor the Opelika Observer Parents in red Patriots shirts filled the stands of Moore Stadium while the Southern Christian Athletics’ JV football team took the field for their inter-squad jamboree. The jamboree marked the end of spring practice before...
