by The Observer Staff | Dec 17, 2024 | Letter to the Editor
When a friend calls to me from the roadAnd slows his horse to a meaning walk,I don’t stand still and look aroundOn all the hills I haven’t hoed,And shout from where I am, What is it?No, not as there is a time to talk.I thrust my hoe in the mellow ground,Blade-end up...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 17, 2024 | Community
BY HANNAH BEASLEYFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The inaugural “sPAW-lidays” fundraiser for CARE Humane Society was held recently at the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National.Participants purchased tickets to enjoy mini spa treatments, hot...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 17, 2024 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Community
The contest is on to see who has Opelika’s best Christmas decorations.Keep Opelika Beautiful has challenged city residents to pull out all the stops on outdoor light displays this year. Online poll voting & secret judges will be used to determine the winners. Two...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 17, 2024 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
DEC. 19 — CRAFTERNOON: THANK YOU FIRST RESPONDERSThe Auburn Public Library will host crafters who want to make holiday themed “Thank You” cards for first responders on Thursday, Dec. 19, at 3:30 p.m. DEC. 19-21 — ROCKY BROOK ROCKET REINDEER EXPRESSCome take a train...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 17, 2024 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Events
Come take a train ride through the lights! Enjoy food, hot chocolate, pictures with Santa and a Christmas Market. 2024 Date/Time December 19-215:00-8:00 p.m.Monkey Park Ages Family friendly event for children and adults of all ages. Cost Train rides are $2 per ride....
