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...
Zackmans Enjoying Making Opelika Their New Home
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Ann Cipperly Articles
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...
Winners Announced in 48th Annual Heritage Cooking Contest
BY ANN CIPPERLY Jackie Henderson, left, won first place honors for her chocolate brownie cheesecake, and Mary Richburg received second place for her...
Opelika Veterinarian Reflects on Fatherhood, Grandparenting for Father’s Day
By ANN CIPPERLY Located in a country setting, a wooden fence frames the pasture with miniature donkeys at the home of Judy and Dr. Jere Colley. Over...
Plan Scrumptious Dishes with Family, Friends for Memorial Day
By ANN CIPPERLY On Memorial Day, savor time with family and friends at the lake, beach or your own backyard. Be sure to plan on plenty of delectable...
Dora James Grateful for Gifts of Family, Community
By Ann Cipperly Dora James of Opelika is sharing her thoughts on being a mother and grandmother for Mother’s Day, as well as family recipes for...
Rebuilt 1905 Watoola Methodist Church Prepares for Barbecue, Bake Sale
By ANN CIPPERLY While the exterior of the Watoola Methodist Church looks similar to how it did in 1905 when it was constructed, the original...
Kay Yeager Overcomes Challenges, Writes Family Cookbook
By ANN CIPPERLY Fresh flowers lining the dining room table, mementos from friends and trips decorating shelves, a butler’s pantry set for...
Whatley Family Celebrates Easter with Traditions, Good Food
By ANN CIPPERLY Easter is Debra Whatley’s favorite Christian holiday, and she prefers it over Christmas, as it is not as commercialized. At Easter,...