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Making the Grade | On the Road to Columbus, Georgia

OPINION —  Friends are one of God’s greatest blessings, and I have been truly blessed to have Amelia and Leigh Ann as my friends for the longest time. As I’ve mentioned before in this column, I’ve been friends with Amelia since kindergarten and with Leigh Ann...

Sean of the South | A day at the dog park

OPINION —   My truck cab was filled with three barking dogs and one idiot. The dogs were in the backseat. The idiot was behind the wheel. “Sit down!” the idiot kept saying. But my dogs do not sit when I drive. They never sit. They dutifully explore their space...

On the Mark | Busy week highlights Opelika sports

OPINION —Opelika High School’s girls and boys basketball teams turned in a strong week of action, collecting area wins and setting up a rivalry matchup with Auburn. OHS basketballOpelika High Girls basketball (8-13, A 1-0) defeated Smiths Station 65-61 at the sports...

Overdue apologies blocked by pride

In my reading, a phrase grabbed my attention: “Overdue apologies blocked by pride.” I thought, “Yes, I have been there.” I reckon most people have been there. And I continue to be embarrassed by the way pride has often overcome me. Pride exerts a mighty influence in...
On the road to the Breezeway

On the road to the Breezeway

OPINION —A little over two weeks ago, my good friend Shelly, who lives in LaGrange, Georgia, came to Auburn to go shopping and have lunch with me on...

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On the Mark | Bulldogs proud despite loss

Bulldogs bound for Birmingham

OPINION — In a rivalry showdown for the ages, Opelika edged Auburn High 34-31 Friday night to earn a spot in the Class 7A state championship game....

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