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CONTRIBUTED BY ACES LEE COUNTY — Food insecurity is an urgent problem in Alabama. In fact, approximately 1 in 4 children face food insecurity, and it affects about 2 million Alabama residents overall. The term food insecurity is associated with people who have a lack...

Auburn Parks and Recreation’s Fit Week set for Jan. 5-11

CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN —  Auburn Parks and Recreation is kicking off the new year with Fit Week, offering residents a free opportunity to jump-start their fitness goals. From Jan. 5–11, Auburn residents can enjoy a free week-long membership that...

Thriving Hearts highlights generosity, partnership and lasting change this Christmas

BY MICHELLE KEY PUBLISHER EAST ALABAMA — As the Christmas season draws hearts toward reflection and generosity, Thriving Hearts of East Alabama is celebrating the power of community partnerships and the small, faithful steps that lead to lasting change for families...

St. Dun’s Buns supports local nonprofits with donations

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — During November and December, St. Dun’s Buns extended its mission of giving back by donating to several local organizations serving individuals and families across East Alabama. The donations supported ministries focused on...
Moore resigns as OHS head coach

Moore resigns as OHS head coach

BY DANIEL SCHMIDT THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Opelika High School must now look for a new head football coach after Bryan Moore abruptly resigned at an...

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