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Kids talk about God | How can comparing ourselves to others keep us from hearing Jesus’ voice?

OPINION — If Jesus told me to follow him, I’d try, but I’d probably look back to see who else was coming,” said Ava, 10. “If my little brother was coming too, I’d want to make sure he didn’t mess it up.”Peter had a similar moment. In John 21:15-19, Jesus had just...

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 their final adjustments before the start of the 2026 fall sports season.One of the newest and fastest-growing sports at...

Southern Hospitality | Chrissie Bailey shares back-to-school snacks, meal ideas

BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — As children start back to school, they will be coming home in the afternoons hungry and ready for a snack. Chrissie Bailey is a busy working mother who enjoys preparing meals for her husband, Kyle, and her daughter, Annie. She also creates a...

Anchored in truth | Failure isn’t the final chapter

OPINION — In the spring of 2000, I was playing college baseball when I had the opportunity to pitch against LSU. They were the best and biggest team I’d ever faced. And somehow, I walked away with a victory. I was incredibly proud. There was just one problem. And...