by The Observer Staff | Apr 5, 2026 | Column
BY ROBERT MILLER OPINION — Luke 24:5 — “Why do you seek the living among the dead?”There are moments in life when we go looking for something, even when we already know deep down, we’re looking in the wrong place.We look for peace in things that never seem to last. We...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 5, 2026 | Legals
NOTICE OF COMPLETIONIn accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Gordy Construction Company, 2960 Smith Rd. Fortson, GA 31808, Contractor, has completed the contract for Construction of LR 249 & LR 318 Water...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 5, 2026 | Politics
CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — Opelika Mayor Eddie Smith has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors for the Alabama City-County Management Association (ACCMA), further strengthening the connection between elected leadership and professional...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
BY ALEXXIA LITTLETONFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The BigHouse Foundation hosted a Support Dinner at the Marriott Grand National on March 26 to raise funds, increase community awareness and share its mission of supporting foster and adoptive families in East Alabama. It...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 5, 2026 | Community, Events
BY ALI RAUCHPRESIDENT & CEOOPELIKA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPINION — At the Opelika Chamber, our work has always been about building connections.Most people think of that through ribbon cuttings, leadership programs, advocacy, and events. And yes, that’s part of it....
