by The Observer Staff | Oct 14, 2025 | Featured
Discovering a World War II hero: PFC Maryland J. Golden BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — While the family of Pfc. Maryland J. Golden knew their father had served in World War II and suffered serious injuries, they didn’t realize the depth of his service until...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 14, 2025 | Featured
By Kadie TaylorThe Observer OPELIKA — Earlier this fall, Opelika Main Street held its Main Street Awards and awarded Shree Summerlin with the Main Street Hero Award.“Over the years, I have proven my commitment to Opelika Main Street by being consistent and...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 14, 2025 | Politics
CONTRIBUTED BY JACOBS CAMPAIGN WOODLAND, Ala. — John Jacobs, a lifelong educator, community leader and conservative Republican, announced his candidacy for Alabama House District 37, which covers portions of Chambers and Lee counties.With a 40-year career in public...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 14, 2025 | Politics
Photo caption: DJ Ross, from Beauregard High School, won first place in Shot put at the State competition. He also took second in the relay team and third place in the 100m. PHOTO BY HANNAH GOLDFINGER | FOR THE OBSERVER BY HANNAH GOLDFINGERFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY...
