by The Observer Staff | May 18, 2026 | Calendar (Upcoming Events), Events
Opelika to host Memorial Day Observance CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — The city of Opelika will host Memorial Day Services on May 25, 2026. The event will honor and remember our military heroes who fought for the freedom of our country, as well as the...
by The Observer Staff | May 18, 2026 | Letter to the Editor
BY STEPHANIE SMITH, PRESIDENT/CEO OF ALABAMA POLICY INSTITUTE OPINION —When the debate over vice laws, those governing drugs, gambling or pornography reaches the halls of our legislature, a familiar, hollow cry rings out: You can’t legislate morality. While it might...
by The Observer Staff | May 18, 2026 | Legals
LEGAL NOTICEIn accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of AL, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that MMC Contracting, LLC, has completed the Contract (Renovation). of Lowder Hall – Rooms 008&008A Renovations at Edward L. and Catherine K. Lowder...
by The Observer Staff | May 18, 2026 | Featured
BY OBSERVER STAFF OPELIKA — Law enforcement officers, community members and family members gathered on Friday, May 15, at the Opelika Public Library for the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service held in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day. Hosted by the...
by The Observer Staff | May 18, 2026 | Column
BY ROBERT MILLER OPINION — “And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed to the Lord and wept in anguish,” — 1 Samuel 1:10.There are some prayers that come easily. A quick “Thank you” before a meal, a brief request before heading out the door or a simple moment of...
