by The Observer Staff | Aug 9, 2023 | Community, Events
The Alabama Extension System is hosting a watermelon growing meeting in Lee County Aug. 11. CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA EXTENSION SYSTEM OPELIKA — The Extension System is teaching a watermelon/cucurbit meeting in Opelika on Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 9, 2023 | Sean Dietrich
The man was ordering a beer from the bartender when I noticed him staring in my direction. “You’re that writer, ain’t you?” he said. That depends. “On what?” On whether you’re with the IRS. “Brother, have I got an angel story for you. It’s divine providence that I’m...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 9, 2023 | Community, Events
“Disney On Ice” returns to Columbus, Georgia, for the first time in four years Nov. 9. CONTRIBUTED BYFELD ENTERTAINMENT COLUMBUS, GA — “Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party” is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 9, 2023 | Community
A funeral service for Opelika firefighter medic Zachary “Bubba” Sorenson, who passed away in a single vehicle car accident the night of July 28, was held at Opelika First Baptist Church on Saturday, Aug. 5. “It is with our deepest...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 9, 2023 | Walt Albritton
RELIGION — A verse in the Gospel of John caught my attention. In describing Jewish leaders who believed in Jesus but were afraid to admit it, John says “they loved the glory that comes from man more than the glory that comes from God” (12:43, ESV). Other translations...
