BY GREG MARKLEY OPINION —I received confirmation that the 50th anniversary of my high school graduation will be celebrated in two years. I graduated...
High school reunions fading, but not the 50th — That’s the big one
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Column Articles
Southern Hospitality: Mary Ann Godwin creates family memories during Thanksgiving
BY ANN CIPPERLY With their home nestled among towering trees, Mary Ann and Dr. Norman Godwin will celebrate Thanksgiving with their grown children,...
Sean of the South: A ‘Dear Sean’ letter
BY SEAN DIETRICH The email came from someone named Paxton.“Dear Sean,” the message began, “my dog died today and I feel like I can’t go on. I know...
Alter Call: Watcha Doing?
BY WALT ALBRITTON OPINION — The above title in correct English would be: What are you doing? Around the house, some of us take shortcuts with our...
Time
BY BRUCE GREEN OPINION — In Daniel 5, we’ve moved forward an indeterminate amount of time. Chapter 4 takes place during Nebuchadnezzar’s reign...
On the Mark: Opelika City Schools fires head coach
Details pending on search for a new coach BY D. MARK MITCHELL OPINION — Opelika High football coach Erik Speakman was fired last Thursday morning by...
Classroom Observer: Thank winks and sightings
BY BETH PINYERD OPINION — We can teach our children many wonderful lessons during this month of heart felt gratitude. In the early childhood...
Inside the State House:2024 election is upon us
BY STEVE FLOWERS OPINION—Folks, don’t look now, but our 2024 election year is upon us. Next year is a major year in politics nationwide. Not only...
Wokeness’ in the Army?
Not in Sand Hill classrooms at Fort Moore
BY GREG MARKLEY OPINION — In the 2009 film “500 Days of Summer,” a young couple is the focus. Summer tries to avoid commitment with Tom, who seeks...