by The Observer Staff | May 2, 2024 | Bruce Green, Column
OPINION — As we read through the Genesis account, one of the admirable characteristics of Joseph is his determination to do what is right — no matter what. In fact, the narrative offers us a contrast between Joseph and his brothers in regard to pursuing what is right....
by The Observer Staff | May 2, 2024 | Community, Featured
BY NICHOLAS YOUNGFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Father, motivational speaker, coach and founder are just a few of the many hats that Churmell Mitchell wears. If you think that’s impressive, the list spans even further.Mitchell has received numerous awards, including one...
by The Observer Staff | May 2, 2024 | Obituaries
RUTH LADAYNE PRIESTER SPENCERRuth LaDayne Priester Spencer was born in the Stonewall Community of Lee County, to C. Bruce Priester and Elizabeth Reeder Priester Oct. 23, 1930, and died April 29, 2024, in Auburn. Born during the start of the Great Depression, her...
by The Observer Staff | May 2, 2024 | Legals
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGOPELIKA CITY COUNCILMay 7, 2024, 6:00 P.M.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with §23-4-2, Code of Alabama, 1975, that the City Council of the City of Opelika will conduct a Public Hearing during the regularly scheduled City Council meeting...
by The Observer Staff | May 2, 2024 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — OHS PHYSICAL EXAMSOpelika High will conduct physical exams for student-athletes planning on playing sports for the 2024-25 school year on May 8 at the Indoor Practice Facility. Physicals for spring sports will be held at 3 p.m, for fall...
