by The Observer Staff | Jan 13, 2026 | Community
BY LATICIA T. SMITH OPINION — We are [several] days into the new year and it’s hard to get excited when there are so many scary things happening on the political landscape. Twenty-four people killed during a drone strike in Russian-occupied Ukraine and U.S....
by The Observer Staff | Jan 13, 2026 | Community
BY OBSERVER STAFF LEE COUNTY — Three regional chambers of commerce have partnered to present a unified voice for the local business community through the release of the 2026 Lee County Public Policy Agenda. The Auburn Chamber of Commerce, East Alabama Chamber of...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 13, 2026 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BY AO TOURISM AUBURN-OPELIKA — Auburn-Opelika Tourism has announced the hiring of Mari Lott as communications specialist, a role she assumed in January 2026 following her graduation from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism....
by The Observer Staff | Jan 13, 2026 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BY AO TOURISM AUBURN-OPELIKA — Volunteer AO is Auburn–Opelika Tourism’s (AOT) volunteer program that gives area residents a chance to share their hometown hospitality while supporting local events. From community gatherings and sporting events to meetings...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 13, 2026 | Events
CONTRIBUTED BYAUBURN UMC AUBURN — Auburn United Methodist Church will host a community conversation titled “Good News Neighbors Presents: In Conversation with Brian Goldstone” on Sunday, Jan. 18, at 4 p.m. in the church’s sanctuary. The event will feature an interview...
