Community Articles

Operation Grow for military veterans

BY AYANAVA MAJUMDAR, ACES ALABAMA — Operation Grow, in partnership with the Alabama Department of AG and Industries, provides special emphasis on the training needs of military veterans interested in agriculture for health and employment benefits. Alabama Beginning...

Auburn Parks & Rec installs AEDs at parks, playgrounds

CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — Auburn Parks and Recreation recently installed automated external defibrillators (AEDs) at several parks and playgrounds to enhance safety for patrons and visitors. The AEDs are now available at key locations throughout the City,...

City of Opelika launches Live Locally Alabama Campaign

CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA – The city of Opelika and Mayor Gary Fuller announce the launch of the Live Locally Alabama Campaign, right here in Opelika.The Opelika community is known for its exceptional quality of life. The Live Locally campaign celebrates...

Handling cold and flu season: Prevent, prepare, treat, contain

CONTRIBUTED BY FAMILY FEATURES EAST ALABAMA — It doesn’t take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life. It’s virtually impossible to avoid germs altogether, but you can...
It’s a new year and a new you

It’s a new year and a new you

Eight ways to live healthier in 2025 CONTRIBUTED BY FAMILY FEATURES EAST ALABAMA — The last decade has seen a surge in cardiovascular risk factors...

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Local police share Christmas cheer

Local police share Christmas cheer

Auburn Police host city’s annual Toy Drive BY HANNAH BEASLEY FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — The Auburn Police Department collected and distributed gifts...

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