by The Observer Staff | May 5, 2026 | Featured
CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — Hanwha Defense USA announced today that it is establishing a site in Opelika, that will serve as the U.S. integration and test facility for Hanwha’s family of K9 Mobile Howitzers.Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) signed a...
by The Observer Staff | May 5, 2026 | Events, Featured
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Support local farmers and enjoy in-season produce, the O Grows Farmers’ Market is opening Tuesdays, May 19 through Aug. 25, from 3 to 6 p.m. The market is located at the Opelika Courthouse Square, 215 N. 8th St. in Opelika.“We...
by The Observer Staff | May 5, 2026 | Featured
BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Sheriff’s Office honored 16 employees and presented one community recognition award during a ceremony on Friday, May 1.In a rare public awards event intended to honor his law enforcement officers,...
by The Observer Staff | May 5, 2026 | Politics
BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission approved a series of routine and new business items during its April 27 meeting following a work session that included updates on the Integra Mental Health Facility expansion and future funding for the...
by The Observer Staff | May 5, 2026 | Editorial Board, Politics
BY ALI RAUCHPRESIDENT AND CEO, OPELIKA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPINION —For the first time this year, the Auburn Chamber, East Alabama Chamber and Opelika Chamber came together to publish a shared public policy agenda. It was simply a reflection of what we were hearing...
