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...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Column, Walt Albritton
OPINION — Some years ago, a friend suggested that I invite Ralph Freeman to sing in my church. I did so, and soon Ralph was more than a gifted singer, he was my dear brother in Christ.From the moment I first heard Ralph Freeman sing about Jesus, I realized he truly...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Obituaries
MARY ELIZABETH NIXMary Elizabeth Nix passed away Sept. 2, 2025, at 98 years young. She was born in Opelika on Jan. 13, 1927, to Carl and Mandy Henderson.Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Benjamin Fred Nix Sr.; son, Benjamin Fred Nix Jr.;...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 2, 2025 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
SEPT. 4 — DUSTY SLAYDusty Slay will bring his comedy show to the Gouge Performing Arts Center at Auburm University on Thursday, Sept. 4., at 7 p.m. SEPT. 5 — FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYThe Opelika Chamber will present Food Truck Friday on Sept. 5, featuring food, live music and...
