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Habitat ReStore offering decorated Christmas trees

BY STEVEN STIEFELFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Want to enjoy a beautiful Christmas tree in your home, but don’t want (or don’t have time) to put it up and decorate it?The Auburn-Opelika Habitat for Humanity ReStore may have the answer.Through the Trees for Homes...

‘Be a Santa to a Senior’ program underway, gifts needed

CONTRIBUTED BY HOME INSTEAD LEE COUNTY — As we enter the season of giving, Home Instead is calling on the community to participate in its Be a Santa to a Senior program, which helps brighten the holidays for older adults who may be feeling alone or might otherwise go...

Sheriff’s Foundation virtual auction begins Nov. 22

CONTRIBUTED BY LCSO LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Sheriff’s Foundation (LCSF) will hold its inaugural online silent auction Nov. 22 through Dec. 5.Through this virtual fundraiser, LCSF will auction off gift baskets, individual items and experiences donated by local and...

Bring on the bird: Tips for a tasty Thanksgiving turkey

BY JUSTIN MILLER, ACES LEE COUNTY — Preparing the Thanksgiving turkey does not just happen overnight. There is a great deal of planning involved to have the bird properly thawed and cooked in time to hit the Thanksgiving table. Thawing Takes TimeA lot of turkeys sold...
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UKC registered coonhound for sale. Black n tan. Great natured dog. 10 month old female. Would be a great pet or hunting partner. $300. Call...

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