by The Observer Staff | Aug 2, 2023 | Obituaries
Gerald Wayne McDaniel, of Auburn, was born on Aug. 6, 1950, in Clay County, Alabama, to Lawtice and Lavert McDaniel and passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 27, 2023. Gerald was a gracious, caring and loving...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 2, 2023 | Obituaries
Bill Newton was born on July 26, 1932, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Mr. and Mrs. George Robert Newton Sr. and passed away at Arbor Springs Health and Rehab Center on July 28, 2023. He was 91 years old. He was preceded in death by his brother George Robert Newton...
by The Observer Staff | Aug 2, 2023 | Obituaries
Mrs. Angela “Angie” Ruth Coleman Breedlove, a resident of Opelika, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023, at the age of 55. She was born Feb. 21, 1968, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Reginal Owen and Alma Ruth Smith Coleman. Mrs. Breedlove is survived by her husband, Gary...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 31, 2023 | Community, Contests
July 31, 2023 through Aug. 29, 2023 (11:59 p.m.) Enter for a chance to win $5,000 (See rules and regulations for details). Also, one local winner will be entered to win a local prize of $250. Visit https://bit.ly/3Y9SZPO or scan the QR Code below to...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 27, 2023 | Column, D. Mark Mitchell, Sports
OPINION — The city of Opelika and AO Tourism partnered to host the Dixie Boys Baseball (DBB) Junior World Series at West Ridge Park from July 21 through 26. The 12 team double-elimination tournament features teams representing 10 states, including Dothan and Opelika...
