by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Politics
By Daniel Schmidt AUBURN – Last year, Auburn High School dominated Vestavia Hills High School at Duck Samford Stadium behind big plays and a strong defensive effort en route to a 52-17 victory. This time it was the revenge-minded Rebels (2-0) who delivered a...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Politics
BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN – Developers will now have greater flexibility when building in rural zoning districts within the city of Auburn after the Auburn City Council on Tuesday night unanimously approved a zoning ordinance amendment.That change will...
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....
