by The Observer Staff | Aug 11, 2026 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell
BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION The countdown to another exciting year of Opelika High School athletics is officially underway as Bulldog teams make their final adjustments before the start of the 2026 fall sports season.One of the newest and fastest-growing sports at...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 11, 2026 | Community
A new inclusive playground at West Ridge Park will officially open to the public Thursday, Aug. 20, marking a significant enhancement to the community’s recreational offerings. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled at 9 a.m., followed by free play for attendees. The...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 11, 2026 | Opinions
CONTRIBUTED BY SUSCC OPINION — The need for quality early childhood education in East Alabama is an important conversation that impacts families, employers, educators and the future of our communities. Through its ongoing “Our Children. Our Future.” Community...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 11, 2026 | Ann Cipperly, Column
BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — As children start back to school, they will be coming home in the afternoons hungry and ready for a snack. Chrissie Bailey is a busy working mother who enjoys preparing meals for her husband, Kyle, and her daughter, Annie. She also creates a...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 11, 2026 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
ONGOING — LUNCH AT THE CHAMBERThe Opelika Chamber is hosting “Lunch at the Chamber,” a weekly food truck and pop-up vendor event held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Monday at 200 S. 6th St., Opelika. MONDAYS — Mahjong MondaysIrish Bred Pub will host Mahjong Mondays each...
