by The Observer Staff | Dec 3, 2024 | Letter to the Editor
Because of compassion and generosity, something remarkable was achieved in the past few weeks: 908,928 pounds of food collected in the Auburn-Opelika community during the 2024 Beat Bama Food Drive.When combined with collections from Beat Auburn Beat Hunger Food Drive...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 3, 2024 | Community, Events
BY THE OPELIKACHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPELIKA — The Opelika Chamber of Commerce invites you to experience the magic of the holiday season at the SNOPELIKA Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 6, in downtown Opelika. This beloved event, presented by Autosport...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 3, 2024 | Community, Featured
BY MALLORIE MCCOY FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The newest hot spot for wine lovers, Sante Wine Bar and Shoppe, opened its doors on Nov. 20. The French-themed business is located on 113 S. 9th St. in Opelika.After a 12-year long friendship, co-owners Chris Tomlinson and...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 3, 2024 | Community, Featured
Congratulations to our 2024 Public Safety Award Winners: -Emergency Management Professional of the Year Clint Knox – Emergency Medic of the Year Brandi Hines – Firefighter of the Year Battalion Chief Tracey Johnson -Police Officer of the Year Officer Chase...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 3, 2024 | Community
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Gov. Kay Ivey recently awarded a total of $2.3 million in federal funds to ensure support for children and adult victims of abuse, sexual assault and other types of cruelty in multiple counties in Alabama.The funding came from...
