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D. Mark Mitchell Articles

On the Mark | Dec. 24, 2025

BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION —Bryan Moore shocked Opelika football fans last week when he announced his resignation as head coach of the Bulldogs after just two seasons. This move was unexpected, especially after Moore led the team to a thrilling win over rival Auburn...
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On the Mark | OHS basketball roundup and more

BY D. MARK MITCHELLOPINION — The Opelika Bulldogs boys basketball team continues its impressive run, improving to 10-2 overall after recent wins over Rehobeth (74-69), Carroll (70-69) and New Brockton (84-45). Brady McNally leads the Bulldogs with 13.5 points per...
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On the Mark | Bulldogs proud despite loss

OPINION — Opelika’s first trip to the Class 7A state championship didn’t end the way Bulldog fans had hoped, but Wednesday night’s loss to Thompson offered a clear look at the gap between a rising program and an established dynasty. As the Warriors powered to a 48-10...
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On the Mark | Coach Moore’s impact at OHS

OPINION — Note: By the time this paper is printed, Opelika or Thompson is the AHSAA Class 7A State Champion. Unfortunately, the paper has to go to press prior to the game being completed.Be sure to watch The Observer’s website www.opelikaobserver.com for the final...
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On the Mark | Jan. 9, 2025

On the Mark | Jan. 9, 2025

Jan 8, 2025

High school winter sports now in full swing - On the Mark Happy 2025! We are in the middle of high school winter sports. Basketball started Area...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

Dec 31, 2024

OHS basketball heads into area competition OPINION — The Opelika girls and boys basketball teams have completed pre-area schedules. Holiday...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 24, 2024

Dec 24, 2024

Wrapping up 2024 with basketball, wrestling OPINION — Local Schools are on Christmas and New Years break, but basketball teams, including Opelika’s...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 19, 2024

Dec 17, 2024

OHS wrestlers compete in Suede Umbach Invitational OPINION — The OHS boys Wrestling team particiapated in the 20th “Suede Umbach Invitational” last...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 12, 2024

Dec 10, 2024

State championships held in Birmingham OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Association completed the Super 7 football champion-ship and flag...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Dec. 5, 2024

Dec 3, 2024

Super 7 Football Championships Underway OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) is holding the Super 7 Football Championships...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Nov. 27, 2024

Nov 26, 2024

OPINION — The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) held the 61st Swimming and Diving Championship last weekend at the Huntsville...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Nov. 21, 2024

Nov 20, 2024

Opelika finishes 8-2, heads to post-season OPINION — OHS FOOTBALLHoover (10-2) ended Opelika’s (9-3) football season with a 32-29 win in three...

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On the Mark | Jan. 2, 2025

On the Mark | Nov. 14, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

Opelika to play against Hoover Friday OPINION — Opelika (9-2) football thumped Florence (6-5) by a score of 43-7 last Friday at Bulldog Stadium in...

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