BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — For community members looking to pursue a new hobby, athletic activity or engage in seasonal events,...
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Opelika Main Street annual report shows efforts to reintroduce, re-educate, re-engage, rebuild
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Opelika Main Street leadership released the 2025 Annual Report, showing the growth of the organization and...
Auburn ranked No. 10 in Best Performing Small Cities report
CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — Auburn ranked No. 10 on the Milken Institute’s list of the 2026 Best-Performing Small Cities, which tracked...
Final credits roll — AMC Auburn closes doors
The AMC Classic Auburn 14 at 2111 E. University Drive now sits closed after permanently shutting down operations, leaving moviegoers across Auburn...
Candlelight prayer vigil calls for peace
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Opelika held a Candlelight Prayer Vigil for Peace on Jan. 29. Many prayed, read...
A lasting legacy: Gary Fuller honored at Southern Union
BY LANDI RUTLEDGEFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Southern Union State Community College held a dedication ceremony on Jan. 26, naming the Gary Fuller...
Tips for staying safe and healthy this flu season
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — As flu season continues to impact locals, medical professionals across Auburn and Opelika are working to...
Suspicious fires close two Opelika day care facilities
BY OBSERVER STAFF OPELIKA — Less than six days after a fire damaged one Opelika child care center, the Opelika Fire Department was called to a...
New TrekFit wall installed at Town Creek Inclusive Playground
CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — Removal and installation of a new TrekFit wall at the Town Creek Inclusive Playground was scheduled to...