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Anchored in Truth | Is this really the same person?

BY ROBERT MILLER OPINION —There’s a moment in John chapter 9 that often gets overlooked, but it’s one of the most telling details in the entire story.After Jesus heals a man who was born blind, the Bible says the neighbors and those who had seen him begging began to...

On the Mark | Postseason play comes up short

OPINION —The Opelika Bulldogs saw their postseason run come to an end with a 48–33 loss to top-ranked Dothan in the Class 7A regional semifinals at the Dunn-Oliver Acadome in Montgomery, last Friday.Although Opelika opened strong and even held an 11–9 lead after the...

Southern Hospitality | Children’s book author shares family favorite recipes

The author of four children’s books, Kay Whaley enjoys cooking and having family gather at their Auburn home for special occasions. Kay’s husband, Mark, also has a love of cooking that he learned from his father. They are sharing favorite recipes from both sides of...

Sean of the South | Typos

OPINION —I’d say the biggest problem facing this country is typos. Typos are cropping up everywhere. In advertisements, in emails, and even within the very words your reading now.The main reason for this is your phone, which thinks it’s smarter than you. Your phone...
Altar Call | He took my hand

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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Altar Call | He took my hand

Altar Call | Holding Hands

BY WALT ALBRITTON Soon after his resurrection, Jesus appeared in the Upper Room with his disciples. Two were missing — Judas, who had betrayed him,...

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