by The Observer Staff | Jul 4, 2024 | Beth Pinyerd, Column
July 4th parades in OPINION — I used to hear my grandmother say when July comes in that we are celebrating the “Dog Days of Summer.” The Farmer’s Almanac has named the 40 days from July 3 to Aug. 11, when we feel the hot, sultry days of summer in the Northern...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 4, 2024 | Education
Education Briefs LIVINGSTON, Alabama — The University of West Alabama has announced its President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 academic semester, honors reserved for full time undergraduate students with exceptionally high grades. The President’s List...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 4, 2024 | Education, Schools
CONTRIBUTED BY AU NEWS BIRMINGHAM — For decades, Auburn students, faculty and alumni have played a significant role in revitalizing Birmingham. Beginning in May, they now have a vibrant new place to continue their teaching, outreach and collaborative work as the...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 4, 2024 | Calendar (Upcoming Events)
O GROWS FARMERS MARKETThe O Grows Summer Farmers Market is open every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Opelika’s Courthouse Square. O Grows accepts SNAP, EBT and SFMNP. AUBURN CITY MARKETCity Market, Auburn Parks and Recreation’s weekly farmer’s market, is open each...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 4, 2024 | Column, Sean Dietrich
The not-so-little leaguers OPINION —It was just one of those things. I ran into them in the supermarket. They were no longer boys. They were young men. Gangly. Skinny. Grown men.They had sincere-looking facial hair on their faces. They had broad shoulders. They were...