Community Articles

Anita Burton is retiring from the Opelika Public Library

BY KADIE VICKFOR THE OBSERVEROPELIKA — Anita Burton, a cherished member of the Opelika Public Library (OPL) staff for the past 35 years, is retiring this month. With her upcoming retirement, she is reflecting on the time she spent investing in the community and the...

Summer Swing concert series underway in Opelika

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Every Tuesday evening, the Opelika Parks and Recreation Department hosts a free outdoor concert at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Park in Opelika.This 13-week Summer Swing Concert series offers a wide variety of musical...

Downtown Opelika’s Envy Salon celebrates 16th year

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — As one of the longest operating businesses in downtown Opelika, Envy Salon on Railroad Avenue is celebrating its 16th year. Over the years, owner Holly Surrency has received awards for expert hair styling and colorings,...

They’re Back!

Local farmer's markets announce plans for summer Auburn's City Market open starting May 18 CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN — City Market, Auburn Parks and Recreation’s weekly farmer’s market, will return for the summer beginning May 18. The market will be held each...
What’s happening Lee County

What’s happening Lee County

A compilation of upcoming events World-renowned pianist Jan Mulder to perform at historic Trinity Church CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA ­—...

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