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Dragonfly Internet acquires Myakka Communications

CONTRIBUTED BY DRAGONFLY INTERNET OPELIKA — Dragonfly Internet announced today the completion of its acquisition of Myakka Communications, a provider of fiber optic internet and phone services in Manatee and Sarasota Counties in Western Florida. The transaction brings...

Chipped EBT cards rolling out statewide

CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA DEPT. OF HUMAN RESOURCES ALABAMA — The Alabama Department of Human Resources is pleased to announce Alabama EBT cardholders will be receiving new, chip-enabled EBT cards. After a successful pilot program in December 2025, chip-enabled EBT cards...

Ring! Ring! Your childhood is calling

Dialing back smartphones By Kadie TaylorThe Observer OPELIKA — A group of Opelika parents were looking for ways to allow their children to stay connected without the dangers of smartphones, and found a now-antique solution — landlines.“I heard a quote a while ago, and...

Opelika Public Library director selected as advisor for national initiative

OPELIKA — Rosanna McGinnis, Opelika Public Library director, along with community partner Ayanna Thomas, Elderly Nutrition Program/Senior Community Service Employment Program director at Lee-Russell Council of Governments, have been selected as advisors for the...
Children Palace

Children Palace

The Opelika Chamber celebrated a ribbon cutting with Children Palace Learning Center, located at 116 Columbus Parkway. Children Palace is now...

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Allen Turner Hyundai of Auburn

Allen Turner Hyundai of Auburn

The Auburn Chamber of Commerce celebrated the groundbreaking of the future home of Allen Turner Hyundai of Auburn, located off Exit 51 near...

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