Community Articles
Staying safe in Auburn-Opelika
By Kadie TaylorThe Observer LEE COUNTY — With recent cases of violence locally, many online are expressing their fear and uncertainty in areas where...
Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Team Schedules Smiths Station Info Meeting for Lee County Families
Staff Oct 7 2025 Families in Smiths Station and throughout Lee County will have the chance next week to preview — and be among the first...
Auburn Public Library launches Houseplant Propagation Station
CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library announces the launch of a new Houseplant Propagation Station, a free and...
Planting seeds yields fall crops and life lessons
BY MARY WILSON, ACES AUBURN — With continued hot weather, gardening may be the last thing on people’s minds. However, this is the perfect time to...
OIDA announces workforce development initiative
CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — The Opelika Industrial Development Authority (OIDA) announced its support of a workforce development...
Hard Work Farms now delivers to Lee CountyÂ
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Hard Work Farms is on a mission to provide healthier food options. With the growth of their farm,owners...
Southern Greens offers fresh, healthy options
BY SAM VISE | FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — In a city known for its vibrant energy and game day traditions, a new establishment is set to become a...
Children Palace
The Opelika Chamber celebrated a ribbon cutting with Children Palace Learning Center, located at 116 Columbus Parkway. Children Palace is now...