by The Observer Staff | Jun 3, 2025 | Column, Sean Dietrich
BY SEAN DIETRICH OPINION — Waffle House. My waitress has a bunch of tattoos. The women customers in the booth behind mine are talking about it in voices loud enough to alter the migratory patterns of waterfowl.“Did you see ALL her tattoos? Our waitress?”“I know.”“Why...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 3, 2025 | Ann Cipperly, Column
BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — At the historic clubhouse, members of the Woman’s Club of Auburn recently gathered for their annual salad luncheon, with each member bringing a favorite salad to share. The elegant dining room table was covered with salads of all kinds, while...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 3, 2025 | Education
LAGRANGE, Ga. — LaGrange College awarded 2025 graduate Will Gray of Opelika with the Student Faith in Action Award during an Honors Day ceremony on April 24.NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Anna Jones of Auburn and Matthew Oliver of Opelika were included on the Dean’s List for the...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 3, 2025 | Featured
BY MALLORIE MCCOYFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Village Friends is a nonprofit organization that provides support to adults over 65 in the Auburn-Opelika community who desire to remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible.Brittany Branyon, executive...
by The Observer Staff | Jun 3, 2025 | Column, Walt Albritton
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — In recent years we have become aware of the phrase, “little acts of kindness.” This awesome idea has caused many of us to show others acts of kindness in small ways.Two examples come to mind: First, you are in line at the toll bridge, and...
