by The Observer Staff | Sep 26, 2024 | Column, Steve Flowers
Dr. Marnix Heersink — Physician/Philanthropist OPINION — The Wiregrass region of our state has been known as an agricultural area for over a century. However, in recent decades Dothan — the center and heart of the Wiregrass — has become a medical mecca for southeast...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 26, 2024 | Featured, Politics
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Opelika City Council President Eddie Smith announced today that he will run for Mayor of Opelika in 2025.Smith was born and raised in Opelika. He said he believes in faith, family and service and has spent most of his adult life...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 26, 2024 | Politics
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission was recently notified that as of Sept. 1, Meridian Waste has acquired Arrow Disposal Services Inc. (ADSI), the company contracted for garbage collection in Lee County.According to a press release from...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 26, 2024 | Community, Featured
Secure device aimed at preventing unsafe abandonment of infants BY ANITA STIEFELEDITOR@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — Safe Haven Baby Boxes held a blessing ceremony on Sept. 23 for the placement of a Baby Box at Fire Station No. 1, located at 604 Ave. B in Opelika.A...
by The Observer Staff | Sep 20, 2024 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
SEPT. 19 — FALL SUNDOWN CONCERTAuburn Parks and Recreation invites the community to enjoy the Fall Sundown Concert Series at Kiesel Park this September and October. The free, family-friendly concerts will take place Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m....
