By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor The advent of fall means that one of the area’s longest standing traditions is soon to return - the Lee County...
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Opelika hires Tyler McGill as head swim coach
By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Former Auburn University swimmer and Olympic gold medalist Tyler McGill was officially hired to become the City of...

IE Designs, Oliver Henry Studio 3:19 partnering to open new downtown shop
By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor IE Designs and Oliver Henry of Auburn and downtown Opelika’s Studio 3:19 are combining forces to open a shared...

‘Sew Up Cancer’ encourages cancer patients, survivors
By Vanessa Poulson For the Opelika Observer The Sew Up Cancer Group, a local organization dedicated to helping women facing cancer and radiation...
SUSTO, The Prescriptions to appear in concert Sept. 21 in Opelika
By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Acclaimed indie/rock band SUSTO will perform at downtown Opelika’s John Emerald Distillery Sept. 21 to promote...

Lee County employees receive certificate in county administration
Special to the Opelika Observer Lee County’s Human Resources/Safety Manager Erica Norris and Accounts Payable Representative Belinda Smith have each...

City of Smiths Station makes history, buys first-ever vehicle
By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor History was made in the City of Smiths Station recently following the purchase of its first-ever vehicle, a 2019...

AACT to hold six October shows
Special to the Opelika Observer Auburn Area Community Theatre’s Young Performers are presenting The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. in...

Full Moon Bar-B-Que goes pink, hosts fundraising campaign
Special to the Opelika Observer Full Moon Bar-B-Que is supporting the fight against breast cancer by launching its “Half Moon Cookies for a Cause”...