Ann Cipperly Articles

Assorted Chicken Salads Ideal For Summer Lunch, Supper

By Ann Cipperly When the temperature soars in July, chicken salad is refreshing for lunch or a light supper. Try an assortment of chicken salads to keep in the refrigerator for serving in sandwiches piled high with lettuce and slices of tomato, as an entrée with fresh...

Create Savory Pies, Other Dishes From Tomatoes In Season

By Ann Cipperly Fresh vegetables are among the joys of summertime, especially tomatoes. Juicy, sliced tomatoes are the best accompaniment to fresh cooked vegetables, and they are scrumptious in savory pies and other dishes, as well as making the best sandwiches. If...

Cool Off With Refreshing Ice Cream Desserts

By Ann Cipperly On sultry Sunday afternoons, ice cream suppers were once a favorite southern pastime. Family members would gather under a shade tree in the backyard while the ritual of turning the crank on an ice cream maker continued until it became too difficult....

Remembering History, Fourth Of July Celebrations At Lake Condy

By Ann Cipperly On the Fourth of July weekend, many families will be heading to Lake Martin, Lake Harding or the beach in search of cool breezes. Years ago, Lake Condy was the only recreation area for families in Opelika to enjoy for swimming on sultry summer days....

Speakmans’ life revolves around family, OHS football

Speakmans’ life revolves around family, OHS football

Aug 21, 2019

By Ann Cipperly With head Coach Erik Speakman leading the Opelika High School Bulldog football team, life for his wife Drew and their five children...

Burroughs building a fresh start in a new home after tornadoes

Burroughs building a fresh start in a new home after tornadoes

Aug 14, 2019

By Ann Cipperly On Sunday afternoon March 3, Sandi and Robert Burroughs were planning on relaxing at home, watching movies with their daughter,...

Scotts enjoy preparing passed down recipes for family, friends

Scotts enjoy preparing passed down recipes for family, friends

Aug 7, 2019

By Ann Cipperly Janet and Jerry Scott enjoy staying busy with children and grandchildren and preparing their favorite dishes when they visit. While...

Serve colorful treats for children’s birthday parties

Serve colorful treats for children’s birthday parties

Jul 30, 2019

By Ann Cipperly Whether it is a child’s birthday party or back to school get together, plan on having plenty of delicious treats. Let the children...

Dr. Shirley Lazenby shares recipes for figs, other summer favorites

Dr. Shirley Lazenby shares recipes for figs, other summer favorites

Jul 24, 2019

By Ann Cipperly A narrow road winding through a barn leads to the home of Drs. Shirley and Allen Lazenby in an idyllic setting. As the car pulls up,...

Terri Neighbors enjoys cooking for family, friends as act of love

Terri Neighbors enjoys cooking for family, friends as act of love

Jul 17, 2019

By Ann Cipperly Terri and Dr. Mark Neighbors enjoy their lovely home in Sanders Creek and have created a cozy, relaxing area on the porch with a...

Celebrate Independence Day in a 1776 setting at American Village

Celebrate Independence Day in a 1776 setting at American Village

Jul 3, 2019

By Ann Cipperly With fireworks lighting up the sky at twilight, celebrate the Fourth of July this year with a patriotic theme in a setting...

Watts family enjoys gardening for fresh summer vegetables

Watts family enjoys gardening for fresh summer vegetables

Jun 26, 2019

By Ann Cipperly Located in a country setting on Society Hill Road, the home of Claire and James Watts provides spacious grounds for a garden,...

Treat your family to burger night at home during summer months

Treat your family to burger night at home during summer months

Jun 19, 2019

By Ann Cipperly The Opelika Rotary Club, along with their satellite group, Happy Hour Rotary, recently provided a fun day of tasting various burgers...

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