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New era of hospitality breaks ground in downtown Auburn

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Last week, the AC Hotel by Marriott Auburn had its groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its future home, right off North Gay Street in downtown Auburn. The event marked a significant milestone in the development of this upscale...
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City of Opelika opens European office

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The city of Opelika announced its collaboration with The Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) in establishing its European office. Located at Kurfuerstendamm in central Berlin, this office serves as a strategic...
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Youth Development Center hosts Pinwheels for Prevention

Event raises awareness, aims to 'stomp out child abuse' In the photos above, Auburn Police Chief Cedric Anderson (left), Capt. Tammy Booth of the Lee County Sheriff's Office (center) and Capt. John Hester of the Opelika Police Department (right) received "LCYDC...
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Stinson Breads offers authentic sourdough

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — After offering their scrumptious homemade breads at drop off sites and providing breads to upscale restaurants for several years, Anna Claire and Matthew Stinson recently opened Stinson Breads in downtown Opelika. Having their...
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Same Coffee, New Name

Same Coffee, New Name

Jun 15, 2023

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGER HLESTER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — The boonie hat is changing hands. Boonie Hat Coffee in downtown Opelika is changing...

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Ready, Set, Go Have Fun!

Ready, Set, Go Have Fun!

Jun 15, 2023

BY MICHELLE KEYAND KATIE KINGSTON OPELIKA — The sun is shining, schools are out for the summer and the children are clamoring for things to do. One...

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Local Clubs Welcome Guests

Local Clubs Welcome Guests

Jun 14, 2023

Auburn Rotary Club this week hosted Dr. Anthony Abbate from the Auburn University Bee Lab. He shared interesting research and statistics on bees....

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