by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Politics
BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission approved all items on its agenda during its regular meeting held Jan. 26, including actions related to subdivision plats, budget adjustments, land leases and road resurfacing projects.The Lee County...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Legals
IN THE PROBATE COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, ALABAMAIN RE: THE ESTATE OF JOHN VICTOR SEXTON, DECEASEDCASE NO: 2025-390NOTICE TO CREDITORSTAKE NOTICE that Letters Testamentary have been granted to Diane Sexton Johnson as Executor for the Estate of JOHN VICTOR SEXTON, deceased,...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Column, Walt Albritton
OPIINION —In the Bible Satan has many names. He is the Accuser, the Enemy, the Tempter, the Father of Lies, the Serpent, the Deceiver, the god of this world. Jesus called Satan “Beelzebub, the prince of demons.” At other times Jesus called him the “Evil One.” The most...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Obituaries
Walter DorseyMarch 25, 1927 to Jan. 25, 2026Visitation, MondayFeb. 2, at 9 to 11 a.m.Funeral, Feb. 2, 11 a.m.First Baptist Church Of OpelikaObituary to follow online Philip James MessingPhilip James Messing, born on Dec. 14, 1957 passed away peacefully on Jan. 25,...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Community
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — As flu season continues to impact locals, medical professionals across Auburn and Opelika are working to educate community members on how to remain vigilant about health and stopping the spread of illness.“The flu is a...
