Ann Cipperly Articles

Serve Make-Ahead, Hearty Breakfasts On School Mornings

BY ANN CIPPERLY Now that the students are back in school, there is no time for leisurely breakfasts they enjoyed during summer. Children need a hearty breakfast to fuel them for doing their best in school, and keep them full until lunch. It can only take a few minutes...

Stanley Sistrunk Honored For Philanthropic Community Endeavors

BY ANN CIPPERLY For over 42 years, Stanley Sistrunk has been known for his stunning floral designs and stylish taste in home decor at The Flower Store in Auburn. He is also known for his philanthropic achievements in giving back to the community. This past year,...

Zackmans Enjoying Making Opelika Their New Home

BY ANN CIPERLY Terri and Kevin Zackman moved to Opelika in July 2021 and are looking forward to becoming involved in the community. Terri, who enjoys entertaining and the home arts, is pictured with an assortment of her favorite baked goods and is sharing the...

Pepperell Kids Meet For Reunion, Share Favorite Recipes

BY ANN CIPPERLY On a sunny June morning when Pepperell Kids gathered for their reunion at the home of Janet and George Crawford at Lake Martin, they reminisced about happy, carefree days growing up in an idyllic setting in Pepperell Mill Village. Their school,...

Trish Toomer Enjoys Cooking At Home, For Coffee Shop

Trish Toomer Enjoys Cooking At Home, For Coffee Shop

Apr 20, 2022

By Ann Cipperly With a love of cooking, Trish Toomer not only prepares delicious meals for her family but uses her culinary skills to create yummy...

Earle Wilkes Prepares Festive Easter Lunch For Family

Earle Wilkes Prepares Festive Easter Lunch For Family

Apr 13, 2022

OPELIKA — Vibrant, pink azaleas provide a warm welcoming setting at the lovely home of Earle and Kenny Wilkes in Opelika as they prepare for family...

Jane Thrash Enjoys Arranging Family Get-Togethers Year Around

Jane Thrash Enjoys Arranging Family Get-Togethers Year Around

Apr 6, 2022

By Ann Cipperly Over the years as Jane Thrash was a busy, successful businesswoman, she always made time to dine nightly with her family seated...

Gather Family Around Table For Savoring Sunday Suppers

Gather Family Around Table For Savoring Sunday Suppers

Mar 30, 2022

By Ann Cipperly With the arrival of spring and lower Covid numbers, activities are beginning to pick up again, especially for children in...

Trinity’s Barbecue, Bake Sale, Craft Fair Scheduled April 2

Trinity’s Barbecue, Bake Sale, Craft Fair Scheduled April 2

Mar 23, 2022

By Ann Cipperly Billowing smoke from a 50-foot custom grill drifts through the parking lot at Trinity United Methodist Church as they cook 2,000...

Italian Dinner Featured In Silent Auction At Empty Bowls Preview Party

Italian Dinner Featured In Silent Auction At Empty Bowls Preview Party

Mar 16, 2022

By Ann Cipperly Framed across the front with wrought iron fencing, the historic SmithT house “Toad Hill” will be the setting for a scrumptious four...

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Irish Inspired Dishes

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Irish Inspired Dishes

Mar 9, 2022

By Ann Cipperly This year, whether you are Irish or not, treat your family to a meal featuring dishes inspired from the Emerald Isle of Ireland on...

Family, Community Top Priorities For Former Teacher Jean Heath

Family, Community Top Priorities For Former Teacher Jean Heath

Mar 2, 2022

By Ann Cipperly With a family history in Opelika going back for generations, Jean Heath, having a love for children, followed in the footsteps of...

Chef Jimmy Stinson Shares Recipes For Celebrating Mardi Gras

Chef Jimmy Stinson Shares Recipes For Celebrating Mardi Gras

Feb 23, 2022

By Ann Cipperly After working decades in the restaurant business, Chef Jimmy Stinson has found Creole and Cajun cuisines to be his favorite style of...

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