Ann Cipperly Articles

Southern Hospitality | Dec. 5, 2024

Local educator enjoys hobby of baking cakes during the holidays After a career in K12 education spanning 17 years including Opelika, Dr. Jason Bryant became director of the Truman Pierce Institute in 2020 and is a clinical professor in Educational Leadership at Auburn...

Southern Hospitality | Nov. 21, 2024

Washburns celebrate Thanksgiving with family traditions |OPINION — At the home of Shirlene and Dan Washburn in Opelika, photos of their beloved family mingle with awards from Dan’s distinguished career, including several hall of fame honors. Thanksgiving is the one...

Southern Hospitality | Nov. 7, 2024

Karen Wall Porter shares recipes, centerpiece ideas for fall entertaining OPINION — With a love for cooking, flowers, art and hospitality, Karen Wall Porter is carrying on her grandmother’s talents for gracious living. Karen has fond memories of growing up in Selma in...

Southern Hospitality | Oct. 24, 2024

Bent Creek neighborhood gathers for fall chili party Left, Those making chili for the Bent Creek neighborhood get together were, from left, Bob Hare, Mark Johnston, Pegge McCracken, Dennis Stiff, Carol Luther, George Schmitz and Soma Nagendran. Center, Among those...
Southern Hospitality

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Pamperins living the good life on cattle farm With sweeping views of rolling pastures framed by woodlands, the country home of Anna and Matt...

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Southern Hospitality

Southern Hospitality

Heritage Cooking Contest features fresh fruit salads During summer, salads are ideal sides for nearly every meal, and fresh fruit salads were a...

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