by The Observer Staff | Apr 21, 2026 | Ann Cipperly, Column
OPINION — With her love of cooking from a young age, Melinda Johnson has enjoyed cooking for her family over the years. After the children were grown and her husband Bobby passed away, Melinda began using her gift for cooking at Wednesday night suppers at Pepperell...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 21, 2026 | Column, Sean Dietrich
OPINION — The question was simple. “Who is God?” CHRIS (5): He’s a big, big thing, but you can’t see him. He has big hands and he can pick you up and carry you around. And he won’t drop you, not even if you try to jump. He can fly. ANDREA (5): Nobody’s ever seen a...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — An Opelika-based worship band, Trace Co., is holding An Evening With Trace Co., a fundraiser concert on May 1 at the Railyard. Tickets are $10 at the door, and the event includes food tricks, ice cream and coffee starting at 5...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — Enjoy a comforting hot or refreshing cold cup of tea and community. Ross House Coffee has opened a new location in the Greystone Mansion. Housed in the historic Auburn building, Greystone Teahouse offers a variety of teas, sweet...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 21, 2026 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Community
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — On Saturday, May 16, the Watoola Methodist Church will hold its 50th annual barbecue from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. and will have live music in honor of the milestone anniversary. Barbecue plates will feature slow cooked pit...
