by The Observer Staff | Dec 29, 2025 | Politics
CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — The city of Opelika, in partnership with local businesses, educational institutions and community stakeholders, is proud to highlight the continued success of the Opelika Latino Workforce Development (OLWD) program — a...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 29, 2025 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BY MAX CREDIT UNION ALABAMA — MAX Credit Union is honored to be recognized as one of the 40 Best Companies to Work For in Alabama, a distinction it has received consecutively for the past twelve years. This honor demonstrates MAX’s consistent...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 29, 2025 | Featured
BY MICHELLE KEY PUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — January 2025: New Milestones, Transitions and Obstacles January opened with a milestone moment for Auburn and the state as Auburn University student Abbie Stockard, a Vestavia native and nursing major, was crowned Miss...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 23, 2025 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
NOVEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER — DOWNTOWN AUBURN HOLIDAY SEASONThe downtown Auburn–Opelika district transforms into a holiday destination starting in November with lights, decorations and seasonal events running through January. Visit the downtown greenspace and local...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 23, 2025 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION —Bryan Moore shocked Opelika football fans last week when he announced his resignation as head coach of the Bulldogs after just two seasons. This move was unexpected, especially after Moore led the team to a thrilling win over rival Auburn...
