Community Articles

Isaac’s Homemade Lemonade A Hit

By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com Isaac Jones wanted a dirt bike. As his mother, Alexis Meniefield, said, he is “mister need for speed”. But a dirt bike wasn’t exactly in the budget. So, Meniefield said she offered 7-year-old Jones an opportunity. He could...

Bring the Flavor, Flair of Hibachi Cooking to Your Next Event

BY MEGAN MANNFOR THE OPELIKA OBSERVER Hibachi on Wheels brings the excitement and flavor of Hibachi cooking straight to your door. The new food truck can cater your next tailgate, anniversary, birthday party or just about any event you want. Eric Maldonado is the name...

Cultivating Communities: Alabama Master Gardeners Celebrate 40 Years of Service

CONTRIBUTED BY ACESBY KATIE NICHOLS “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” -Audrey Hepburn The Alabama Cooperative Extension System Master Gardeners (MGs) are celebrating 40 years of a belief in tomorrow. Through community gardens, tours, workshops and...

OLLI at Auburn presents

Elicio Winds Performing Alabama-focused Lunchtime Concert Contributed by OLLI As part of an eight-part series of public programs focused on the wilderness and wild places of Alabama, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Auburn University presents Elicio Winds,...