by The Observer Staff | May 31, 2023 | Column, Sean Dietrich
By SEAN DIETRICH Danny and the band arrived late to the nursing home. They were running behind schedule because of traffic. But they were here, and that’s all that mattered. And they brought their instruments. “We’re all waiting for you, Danny,” said the nurse,...
by The Observer Staff | May 31, 2023 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA 4-H / BY JUSTIN MILLER AUBURN — No summer celebration would be complete without fun, good friends and a sweet treat. What better way to enjoy the outdoors than with some homemade ice cream? Beat the heat and try five ice cream recipes from The...
by The Observer Staff | May 31, 2023 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BY HI-WIRE BREWING WAVERLY — Hi-Wire Brewing is back with another twist on a classic backyard barbecue favorite with the release of Wickles Wicked Hula Pickle Beer. This limited-edition beer is a follow-up to Hi-Wire’s wildly popular Wickles Pickle Beer,...
by The Observer Staff | May 31, 2023 | Obituaries
Michael Eugene Flanagan, 75, of Lake Harding, passed away May 23, 2023. Mr. Flanagan is preceded in death by his parents: George Douglas “Buck” Flanagan and Cornelia “Stucia” Stevens Flanagan. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Patti Halstead Flanagan; children:...
by The Observer Staff | May 31, 2023 | Obituaries
Sidney Clint Foster was born in Lee County, Alabama, on July 30, 1958, to the late Morris and Peggy Foster, and passed away at his home on May 21, 2023. He was 64 years old. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Julia Foster; children, Justin Foster (Jamie) and Wade...