by The Observer Staff | Apr 28, 2022 | Community, Events, Featured
By Ann CipperlyFor the Observer OPELIKA — After the completion of two murals and a pavilion to house the 1904 Case steam tractor “Old Nancy,” the Museum of East Alabama is hosting a dedication and reception Thursday, May 12, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Opelika...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 28, 2022 | Community, Featured
Contributed bythe Opelika Sportsplex OPELIKA — The Sportsplex Parkway roundabout construction starts at the beginning of May. The phases of construction are as follows: Phase 1: The contractor for the city of Opelika will be placing construction signs and mobilizing...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 28, 2022 | Opinions, Politics
BY DR. ROBERT BENTLEY OPINION — The health and well-being of the people of our state is my priority as a practicing physician, as it was when I was honored to serve as governor. Earlier this year at the start of the 2022 Legislative Session I reached out to Gov. Kay...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 28, 2022 | Community
By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com OPELIKA — It’s spring — flowers are blooming, the weather is warmer and it’s time to get outside. And Opelika has picture-perfect opportunities. One of these outdoor spots is the Caroline Dean Wildflower Trail and covered...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 28, 2022 | Events
CONTRIBUTED TOTHE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Relay For Life of Lee County, a local volunteer-run event, is coming back strong in 2022, set for Friday, April 29, around the Lee County Courthouse Square in downtown Opelika. The theme, Roaring Back in 2022, is...