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Meet the new owners of Precious Cargo and Five Little Piggies

BY LANDI RUTLEDGE FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — On Feb. 7, Mallorie Ray and Ashton Smith became the new owners of Precious Cargo and Five Little Piggies, opening the doors in downtown Opelika. With five young girls between the two of them, they said seeing the doors...
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Alabama Extension to host ‘Cooptastic’ backyard chicken workshop

CONTRIBUTED BY MARY WILSON ACES OPELIKA — It is time for backyard chicken owners to flock to Opelika for the two-day Cooptastic conference. Presented by Alabama Extension at Auburn University, the conference features educational content fit for small flock owners of...
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Comfort food landing soon, Wild Wing Cafe to reopen in Opelika

By Alexxia Littleton FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Wild Wing Cafe will re-open its doors under new management, bringing a fresh perspective and endless finger foods to Opelika. Music, food and fun are all in store as this restaurant makes its way back into the hearts of...
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Local NAACP Chapter hosts community town hall

BY ROB DAVISFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Local law enforcement leaders met with the Lee County community Monday, March 2, to answer questions and discuss ways law enforcement and members of the community can work together to combat crime.The event was held at Christ...
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Children Palace

Children Palace

Sep 23, 2025

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

Sep 23, 2025

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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Walton receives Best Lawyers Award

Walton receives Best Lawyers Award

Sep 16, 2025

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Will O. (Trip) Walton, aka “The Fighter,” has been included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America,...

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