by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Politics
BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — In a special called meeting held at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 2, the Opelika City Council canvassed and approved the election results of the municipal election held on Aug. 26.See page A10 for the official results and public notice....
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Featured
BY KAYLEIGH FREEMANFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Whether climbing stairs, dragging hoses or navigating enclosed spaces, the Opelika Fire Department is putting aspiring firefighters to the test — physically and mentally — by hosting monthly Candidate Physical Ability...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Community
Former Opelika mayoral candidate arrested on a perjury charge BY ANITA STIEFELMANAGING EDITOR OPELIKA — Herman Barnes, who ran for mayor in Opelika’s recent municipal election, was arrested Aug. 28 by the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s deputies at his residence there....
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Legals
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, ALABAMAIN RE: THE ESTATE OF GEORGE WAYNE PEARCE, DECEASED.Case No. 2025-453TAKE NOTICE that Letters Testamentary having been granted to Linda S. Pearce, as Executrix of the Estate of George Wayne Pearce, deceased, on the 22nd day of...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Featured
Baby Steps program improves graduation rates BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — Baby Steps supports Auburn University students who are navigating an unplanned pregnancy, with the goal of helping these young mothers complete their degrees.“Baby Steps is an...
