by The Observer Staff | Jul 5, 2023 | Community
The Opelika Kiwanis Club hosted John Ed Mathison last week. “He spoke on how sports have shaped his faith and the lessons he learned through the year,” the club said. The club will host Jamie Williams, athletics director for Opelika City Schools, on July...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 5, 2023 | Community, Featured
Opelika Parks and Recreation held its 70th annual Freedom Celebration Monday, July 3, at Opelika High School. THe event, which featured music entertainment, food vendors and activities for the whole family, began at 6:30 p.m., with the Silver Wings Parachute Team...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 5, 2023 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BY ITHAKAHP AUBURN — 1856 – Culinary Residence, managed by Ithaka Hospitality Partners, is pleased to announce its latest program to make an impact on the culinary landscape of the Southeast, the Summer Chef Series. A condensed version of its yearly...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 5, 2023 | Bruce Green, Column
RELIGION — The writer speaks of three appearances of Jesus in 9:24-28. Taken together, they encapsulate His work in bringing many sons and daughters to glory. With these appearances the writer touches on what happened on earth, what is happening in heaven, and what...
by The Observer Staff | Jul 5, 2023 | Column, Walt Albritton
RELIGION — Frederick Buechner wrote wisely about the power of forgiveness. He said, “When somebody you have wronged forgives you, you are spared the dull and self-diminishing throb of a guilty conscience.” I know that’s true from my own experience. I was at odds with...
