by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Education
CONTRIBUTED BY BHS THEATRE DEPT. BEAUREGARD — Beauregard High School Theatre Department will open its 2025–26 production season with performances of “The Outsiders,” beginning Friday, Jan. 30, and running through Sunday, Feb. 1, in the school’s V.E.S.P.A....
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Education
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — At the Jan. 27 Opelika School Board meeting, the board recognized the Opelika High School Varsity Football Team for finishing the 2025 season as the 7A state runner-up, as well as the 2025-26 Teachers of the Year.“The members of...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Ann Cipperly, Column
BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION —With Mardi Gras being held this year on Feb. 17, celebrate with Creole and Cajun inspired dishes for a festive dinner at home during the season. The zesty flavors will liven up mealtime on a cold winter’s evening. Cap the meal with a warm...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Column, Sean Dietrich
BY SEAN DIETRICH OPINION —Before sunrise. A major Southern city. It’s your all-American sports bar, a room mostly made of wood and stink.There is the obligatory Budweiser sign above the lopsided pool table. The crooked dartboard. There is the classic tavern bathroom,...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Featured
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Spreading the joy of sweet treats through opening KLM Tasty Donuts in Opelika, Owner and Operator Gigi Chhim said after years of serving Lee County customers in her original location, Tasty Donuts in Lanett, she decided to expand...
