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What’s in a name

OPINION —  Most of us have more than one name. We have the name printed on our birth certificate. We have nicknames given to us by family and friends. Some names make us smile. Others make us cringe. And then there are the labels we never asked for but somehow...

On the Mark | OHS Boys claim first 7A Area Title

OPINION —  In the opening night of the 7A, Region 4 tournament last Tuesday in Phenix City, Opelika beat No. 2-seed Auburn High in a dramatic 74–71 overtime win. The victory sends Opelika to the area championship against top-seeded Central-Phenix City and secures...

Making the Grade | On the Road to KLM Tasty Donuts

BY STACEY WALLACE OPINION —If you are reading this column, I hope that you had a very Happy Valentine’s Day.My sweet husband Mike, my Forever Valentine, sent me a dozen beautiful, long-stemmed red roses. He always does this because it makes me happy, and I feel so...

Sean of the South | The Introduction Room

OPINION —I used to volunteer at an animal shelter. I loved it.My favorite place in the shelter was called the “Introduction Room.” This was the room where people went to meet the dogs that were up for adoption.The room was supposed to be inviting, sort of like a...
Making the Grade | Lost Pizza Co.

Making the Grade | Lost Pizza Co.

OPINION — It’s funny that as you age, your eating habits may change drastically. For example, in our teens and 20s, my then-future husband Mike and...

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Altar Call | A servant’s heart

Altar Call | A servant’s heart

BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — Jesus told how the Spirit of the Lord came upon him and anointed him to preach. I remember when the same thing happened...

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