by The Observer Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Column, Walt Albritton
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — The word “hand” can be found 1500 times in the Bible. When Cain killed Abel, the ground opened to receive Abel’s blood “from the hand” of his brother.Moses took the staff of God in his hand. When Moses’ hands grew tired, Aaron and Hur held...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Obituaries
MARY-BELLE KATE CARDIELMary-Belle Kate Cardiel, daughter of Michael and Alexis Cardiel passed away peacefully June 25, 2025. She was born to her loving parents on June 25, 2025, at East Alabama Medical Center.She was loved dearly by her parents and siblings: Broly,...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Featured
BY SAM VISEFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The clatter of pots, the murmur of conversation and the comforting scent of a homecooked meal fill the air at Christian Care Ministries’ Community Kitchen each Thursday morning. Here, amidst the bustling activity, a dedicated team...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Featured, Sports
BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — When Zach Dickey helped start the Auburn University Power Wheelchair Soccer team, he envisioned a program that would compete for championships at the highest level. It was uncharted territory, as no other university had a...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell
OPINION —Opelika youth all-star baseball teams started playing last weekend with the Minors and Majors playing in their respective state tournaments.The Opelika 10U Minor All-Star team brought heart, hustle and heavy bats to the State Tournament, finishing with a...
