by The Observer Staff | Oct 4, 2024 | Bruce Green, Column
It seemed good to me OPINION — When Luke was writing the introduction to his gospel, he noted two groups of people:1) “those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word” (1:2), and2) “many” who were compiling “a narrative of the things that have...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 4, 2024 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — Opelika (5-1, R 2-1) beat Pike Road 31-20 last Friday in Montgomery in its second toughest game of the season. Coached by Granger Shook, The Patriot’s game plan was obvious from the beginning — Stop the Bulldog’s running game by putting...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 4, 2024 | Beth Pinyerd, Column
A hug of hope, wisdom and gratefulness This Baby Boomer (born between 1946-1964) loves to sit down with my senior friends and the greater generation at church, visiting in long term facilities and spending time with my older friends. I am truly blessed each and every...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 4, 2024 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
OCT. 3-6 — PICKLEBALL AT THE PLEXThe Opelika Pickleball Club is expecting more than 400 athletes for its Fall 2024 Paddles at the Plex tournament Oct. 3-6 at the Opelika SportsPlex. The community is invited to come watch the action for free. For more information,...
by The Observer Staff | Oct 4, 2024 | Column, Sean Dietrich
Going through Tennessee OPINION — The first day of autumn is almost here, and Tennessee is experiencing the birth pangs of fall. The colors are changing, the air is crisp, the natural scenery has become purely college football paraphernalia.It’s a fine morning to...
