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Scott’s four-touchdown night propels Patriots past Ezekiel

Scott’s four-touchdown night propels Patriots past Ezekiel

by The Observer Staff | Aug 26, 2025 | Sports

BY JEFF MILLERFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The Southern Christian Patriots opened Friday night’s game in dramatic fashion, as quarterback Elijah Bailey broke free on the first play from scrimmage for a touchdown run.From that point forward, senior wide receiver Jedd...
Lee-Scott freshman becomes published book author

Lee-Scott freshman becomes published book author

by The Observer Staff | Aug 26, 2025 | Education, Featured

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Lee-Scott Academy Freshman Ella Grace Garner recently published her book “Emery Baron,” which she started at the age of 10.“I started writing it when I was 10 years old in my English class because I loved reading, and I had a...
Unplugged: New law’s impact on Alabama children

Unplugged: New law’s impact on Alabama children

by The Observer Staff | Aug 26, 2025 | Education, Featured

BY SAM VISE | FOR THE OBSERVER SMITHS STATION — For years, the cell phone has been an extension of the modern teenager, a constant connection to their social worlds, entertainment and the wider internet. However, a new state law is redefining the high school...
Southern Hospitality | Relax on Labor Day with plenty of good food

Southern Hospitality | Relax on Labor Day with plenty of good food

by The Observer Staff | Aug 26, 2025 | Ann Cipperly, Column

OPINION — Whether you are having family and friends over for a relaxing Labor Day dinner or watching football games over the weekend, have an array of scrumptious dishes from easy appetizers to fresh fruit desserts, featuring the season’s best produce.While...
Sean of the South | Waiting for takeoff

Sean of the South | Waiting for takeoff

by The Observer Staff | Aug 26, 2025 | Column, Sean Dietrich

BY SEAN DIETRICH OPINION — We were sitting on a plane. Awaiting takeoff. I am convinced that if you live wrongly, if you treat your fellow man poorly, if you are selfish, if you are not a good person, you will die and wake up in Hartsfield-Jackson International...
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