by The Observer Staff | May 16, 2024 | Sean Dietrich
Dumplings OPINION — I’m 5 years old. On Mama’s stove is a steaming stock pot, filling the world with the essence of chicken and dumplings.I’m watching her use her fists to mercilessly beat a lump of flour that will become dumplings. She punches the dough, making loud...
by The Observer Staff | May 16, 2024 | Obituaries
October 12, 1941 – May 15, 2024 Ann Diffley Neighbors, 82, of Nixburg, Alabama, passed away on May 15, 2024. A visitation will be held Friday, May 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT at Cornerstone First Global Methodist Church ( 310 Green St. in Alexander City),...
by The Observer Staff | May 10, 2024 | Column, Sean Dietrich
A mother’s love OPINION — “I am a little old woman who lives in an assisted living facility…” her email began.Her following message was about the length of “War and Peace.” She is a woman who is as sweet as Karo syrup. But—and I mean this respectfully—brevity is...
by The Observer Staff | May 10, 2024 | Featured, Politics
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The city of Opelika announced the appointment of Jasen Spoon as the new director of Opelika Environmental Services (OES).“We are thrilled to have Jasen join our team,” said Mayor Gary Fuller. “With a background in Public Works and...
by The Observer Staff | May 10, 2024 | Community, Featured
BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — As one of the longest operating businesses in downtown Opelika, Envy Salon on Railroad Avenue is celebrating its 16th year. Over the years, owner Holly Surrency has received awards for expert hair styling and colorings,...
