by The Observer Staff | Nov 11, 2025 | Column, Stacey Wallace
BY STACEY WALLACE OPINION —As I’ve mentioned before in this column, I am not a fan of spicy foods. If my lips and throat are burning as I eat, I’m not having a good time. Years ago, I enjoyed jalapeño poppers; the jalapeno pepper’s spiciness was weakened by frying the...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 11, 2025 | Column, Sean Dietrich
OPINION —Boaz is a town about as big as your average water heater closet. It was a quiet night. The sun had set. Houses were lit from the insides.The Bevill Center was packed. The parking lot was slammed. Families of all kinds gathered in the auditorium for this...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 11, 2025 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Events
BY KAYLEIGH FREEMANFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The third annual Christmas Market on the Square will be hosted Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Opelika’s Courthouse Square.Christmas Market on the Square is a free-admission event hosting small business vendors and a...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 11, 2025 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
NOV.-DEC. 2025 — 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 businesses for...
by The Observer Staff | Nov 6, 2025 | Events, Featured
Local tree planting and distribution event aims to engage community members to take an active role in the overall health of their communities Opelika, Ala. (Nov. 12, 2025) – On Nov. 12, the Alabama Urban Forestry Association (AUFA) will partner with Niagara Cares, the...
