BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION —A packed house at Duck Samford Stadium got exactly what it expected Friday night: another hard-fought chapter in the...
On the Mark | Auburn holds on; beats Opelika
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On the Mark | Bulldogs, Tigers renew rivalry
OPINION — After a much-needed week off, Opelika High School returns to action Friday, Oct. 2, in one of the biggest games on the regular...
On the Mark | OHS rally falls short
OPINION — For three quarters at Bulldog Stadium on Sept. 11, Opelika High School showed the grit and resilience that have become a hallmark of...
On the Mark | Chandler gets first win as OHS head coach
OPINION — Friday night carried extra significance for Opelika High School head coach Jonathan Chandler. Standing on the home sideline at...
On the Mark | Opelika regroups after Hoover loss
2026-08-27 Opelika 7 Hover 21 Coach Jonathan Chanler made a good show but not enough to hold off Hover OPINION —One of the most intriguing...
On the Mark | Bulldogs face tough test against Hoover
OPINION — The wait is finally over. After months of preparation, the Opelika Bulldogs (0-0) will kick off the 2026 season Thursday night when they...
Bulldogs show promise as Hoover looms
OPINION — The countdown is officially on. After months of offseason workouts, summer conditioning and preseason practices, Opelika High School...
On the Mark | Who’s ready for Bulldog athletics
BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION The countdown to another exciting year of Opelika High School athletics is officially underway as Bulldog teams make...
On the Mark | High School Football Media Days a success
OPINION — The countdown to football season officially began last week as Opelika joined 27 other high school football programs during the annual...