by The Observer Staff | Jul 29, 2025 | Legals
IN THE PROBATE COURT FOR RUSSELL COUNTY, ALABAMAIN RE: The Estate of JACOB DANIEL SANES,DeceasedCase No. 2025-391NOTICE TO CREDITORSTAKE NOTICE that Letters of Administration were granted to ALISSA EAST SANES as Personal Representative of the Estate of JACOB DANIEL...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 29, 2025 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
ONGOING TUESDAYS — O GROWS FARMERS MARKETThe O Grows Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Courthouse Square in downtown Opelika. The market will feature local produce, baked goods, crafts, live music and story time by the Opelika Public Library....
by The Observer Staff | Jul 29, 2025 | Events
CONTRIBUTED BY GUTHRIE’S AUBURN – Guthrie’s, the original chicken finger restaurant, is celebrating its 60th anniversary on Thursday, July 31. To mark the milestone and show gratitude to its loyal fanbase, Guthrie’s will be offering Original Box Combos at the...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 29, 2025 | Education
BY ANITA STIEFELMANAGING EDITOR AUBURN — On July 23, Auburn University administrators received an email from a Texas-based legal group claiming the university’s scholarships aimed at increasing a racial diversity are illegal.“We write to you today to inform you that...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 29, 2025 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — This past week, Opelika was alive with excitement, energy and the unmistakable sounds of youth baseball at West Ridge Park. The DBB Baseball 13U World Series welcomed talented teams from across the country — but it was the dedication of...