OPINION — Interstate 59 shot past our windows like a streak of pigeon excrement on a commercial airline windshield. We crossed into Tennessee,...
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Altar Call | They spit in his face
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — In my devotional reading, I was stunned by the testimony of Kyoko Minekawa, a Japanese Christian woman. The child of an...
On the Mark | Moore discusses Bulldogs’ preparations for upcoming season
BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — With the season opener just around the corner, Opelika head football coach Bryan Moore joined On the Mark radio show...
Sean of the South | This was not written by AI
OPINION — I don’t know what to do about AI.Humanoid robots. Automated cars. Augmented reality smart-glasses. Smart dishwashers. Robotic surgeons....
Southern Hospitality | Tina Gibby makes hearty meals reflecting her heritage
BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — Having a love of cooking for her family, Tina Gibby enjoys preparing healthy after school snacks and hearty dinners using...
Sean of the South | Eulogy for the American newspaper
OPINION — I miss the newspaper. Before the internet. I’m talking physical newspapers. The kind you unfold.I miss the morning routine of it all. Walk...
Making the Grade | On the road to Dadeville
OPINION — It’s hard to believe that 35 years ago this month, I began my 30-year teaching career in LaGrange, Georgia, and so did Mike, my then...
On the Mark | Local man is finalist for national SilverSneakers’ inspirational award
BY D MARK MITCHELL OPINION — SILVERSNEAKERS AWARD FINALIST RAY HALLOpelika Parks and Recreation continues to uplift our senior community through...
Altar Call | Therefore, you need not lose heart
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — A friend shared his concern about his dad’s attitude. After being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, his dad has given...