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Goodwill provides thousands of new toys for families in need

CONTRIBUTED BY GOODWILLSR AUBURN — Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers has announced its commitment to bringing holiday joy to families in need by providing over 3,000 books and brand-new toys to children across its service areas. These toys were distributed in...
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Local authors publish book on Opelika history

BY ELESE MCKINLEYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Melissa Gatlin and her daughter, Anna Ruth, recently published a book that Opelika residents are sure to cherish for years to come — A Guide to Historic Opelika, Alabama.This comprehensive guide brings to life the stories of...
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City of Opelika hires assistant purchasing-revenue manager

CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — The city of Opelika recently announced the hiring of Courtney Ross to serve as the new assistant purchasing-revenue manager. In her new role, Ross will be responsible for managing and supervising the daily operations of the...
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Holiday Shopping

Auburn Parks & Rec hosts Holly Jolly Drop & Shop CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — Auburn Parks & Recreation will host the second Holly Jolly Drop & Shop at Frank Brown Recreation Center (235 Opelika Road) on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 1 to 5 p.m....
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