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Because I’m too old for bad children’s theatre

BY CLIFF MCCOLLUM FOR THE OBSERVER OPINION —  I received a delightful Christmas gift a few weeks ago: sheet music from The Little Mermaid with Ursula the Sea Witch herself painted on top of it in all her spiteful, lavender glory. While I enjoy the musical...

The Krispy Kreme Chronicles: Lyrical warfare and the glazed bounty

BY CLIFF MCCOLLUMFOR THE OBSERVER OPINION — Admittedly, I may still be a bit confused about what exactly happened last Saturday night in front of the old Auburn Mall. Part of me still suspects I should have kept my mouth shut.However, I do believe that I engaged in a...

Altar Call | The weaker I am, the stronger I become

OPINIONOne of the strangest statements in Paul’s letters is found in 2 Corinthians 12:9 where he comments about his weaknesses. He says he is so proud of his infirmities that he will gladly boast about them. I call that strange because very rarely will you find a...

On the Mark | OHS Bulldogs finding their stride

OPINION — As area play approaches, Opelika’s basketball programs are finding momentum at the right time, with the Lady Bulldogs surging and the boys continuing a dominant run. OHS Bulldogs GirlsThe Opelika girls (7-13) are playing their best basketball of the season,...
Sean of the South | Dumpling

Sean of the South | Dumpling

BY SEAN DIETRICH OPINION — I’m 5 years old. On Mama’s stove is a steaming stock pot, filling the world with the essence of chicken and dumplings.I’m...

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Altar Call | Planting alleluias in a child’s heart

Altar Call | He took my hand

BY WALT ALBRITTON The pump that provided water for our home when I was a boy was about 75 yards downhill from our house. On stormy nights, lightning...

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