BY DANIEL SCHMIDT | THE OBSERVER LOACHAPOKA — A Lee County Sherrif’s deputy is in stable condition following a shooting near Loachapoka. Lee County...
Lee County Sheriff’s deputy hospitalized after shooting
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Community Articles
Opelika woman celebrates a century of faith, family, community
Opelika resident Mary Abrams celebrated her 100th birthday on April 6, surrounded by family, friends and community members who gathered to honor a...
Worthy2 spreads hope for those trafficked
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Worthy2 is working to reach and help vulnerable women through a new flier outreach initiative.“Worthy2 is an...
Car Tech LLC announces $21.5 million expansion
CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OFOPELIKA OPELIKA — Car Tech, LLC announced plans to expand its existing operations in Opelika, representing a capital...
Grillers wanted for Burger Wars returning to downtown Opelika
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Grillers across the region are invited to take part in one of downtown Opelika’s most anticipated summer...
OCT launches fundraising campaign to support Penguin Project
CONTRIBUTED BY OCT OPELIKA — The Opelika Community Theatre (OCT) is proud to announce a dynamic, multi-part fundraising campaign in support of its...
O Grows invites the community to Garden Opening
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — O Grows is holding a Garden Opening event on April 18 from 9 a.m. to noon at the garden, located at 1103...
Opelika Main Street unveils Phase 2 of DowntownResource Center Funded by Main Street Alabama Grant
CONTRIBUTED BYOPELIKA MAIN STREET OPELIKA — Opelika Main Street is proud to announce the official opening of Phase 2 of the Downtown Resource...
Community Calendar | Week of April 6, 2026
LUNCH AT THE CHAMBERThe Opelika Chamber is hosting “Lunch at the Chamber,” a weekly food truck and pop-up vendor event held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m....