by The Observer Staff | Dec 2, 2025 | Featured, Sports
BY DANIEL SCHMIDT THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Before Alex Golesh walked into Jordan-Hare Stadium to be named Auburn University’s 33rd head football coach, a crowd of fans had gathered outside the Harbert Recruiting Center to catch a glimpse. Lined up in the form of a...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 2, 2025 | 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 2, 2025 | Events
CONTRIBUTED BY EAST ALABAMA ARTS ASSOCIATION OPELIKA — Following a joint debut on the OPAC stage last Sunday night, East Alabama Arts announces the upcoming Christmas concert by the East Alabama Civic Chorale. The Chorale and the East Alabama Community Band...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 2, 2025 | Column, Sean Dietrich
OPINION — Wake up early. Still dark outside. It is 30-odd degrees on Lake Martin and I can’t feel my unmentionables. The 1940s cabin is poorly insulated. You could store Ben & Jerry’s products in the living room. I make coffee. Sit on the couch, wedging...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 2, 2025 | Events
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Hey Day Market is brightening the Auburn-Opelika community with its third annual Hey Day Holiday starting Nov. 29, with fun, family-friendly events and festive activities — visit Hey Day Holiday this Christmas season to make local...