Dedicating History

Dedicating History

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...
A Hidden Gem

A Hidden Gem

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...
Lee County’s Relay For Life Roaring Back  

Lee County’s Relay For Life Roaring Back  

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...