Column Articles

Sean of the South | May 9, 2024

A mother's love OPINION — “I am a little old woman who lives in an assisted living facility…” her email began.Her following message was about the length of “War and Peace.” She is a woman who is as sweet as Karo syrup. But—and I mean this respectfully—brevity is not...

Inside the State House | May 9, 2024

Senator/Coach Tuberville is quietly effective OPINION — As the end of 2023 was approaching, the U.S. Senate had ignored the custom to adjourn around Thanksgiving for a month-long Christmas break. Instead, they were working right up to Christmas. Alabama’s senior...

Alter Call | May 9, 2024

The sound of those crutches OPINION — Now that walking is impossible for me without the use of a walker, it helps to remember friends who endured far worse physical pain without complaining. Their example inspires me to cease whining about a minor inconvenience on my...

Studying His Word | May 9, 2024

Friends, followers and community OPINION — Do you recognize where these slogans come from?“Caring is part of our package.”“Find your family at …"Did you guess Jack’s? If so, you only get partial credit because the business’s name is actually Jack’s Family Restaurants....
OHS Soccer has perfect week

OHS Soccer has perfect week

On the MarkBy D. Mark Mitchell Opelika’s girls and boys soccer team’s swept Valley and Russell County last week at the W. James Samford Soccer...

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The Power of Silence

The Power of Silence

By Bruce GreenTeaching Minister at 10th Street Church of Christin Opelika Pilate is clearly a conflicted man when Jesus is brought to him. He...

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Chicken Salad

Chicken Salad

By Sean Dietrich The elderly man at the deli counter was undecided. He looked at the lineup of cold salads behind the glass divider with a serious...

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The Barber Shop

The Barber Shop

By Harvey H. Jackson Today, I write about an American institution that does not get the credit it is due. The Barber Shop. These days men often get...

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When one seed is planted

When one seed is planted

By Bradley Robertson Cheers to spring, dear readers! Cheers to warmer temperatures, new beginnings, dogwood blooms, azaleas and backyard cook outs....

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March and Spring Stroll In

March and Spring Stroll In

“There is a time for a, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Ecclesiastes 3:1. This year has slowed us all down in enjoying the...

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