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Watoola Methodist’s 49th annual Barbecue, Bake Sale is May 17

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Located in a country setting, the historic Watoola Methodist Church in Beauregard will hold its 49th annual Barbecue and Bake Sale Saturday, May 17, from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Barbecue pork and chicken will be served with...
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Auburn to host national kickball championships

CONTRIBUTED BY A-O TOURISM AUBURN — Memorial Day weekend is about to bring national attention — and big-time fun — as the Turf Wars Kickball Tournament takes place in Auburn on Saturday and Sunday, May 24 and 25. This high-energy competition will be broadcast live on...
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Special Olympics send-off planned

CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — The community is invited to cheer on Lee County Special Olympics athletes as they depart for the State Games on Friday, May 23.Athletes and volunteers will travel by bus to compete in aquatics, track and field, bowling and golf...
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Auburn’s Puck Esposito named May Veteran of the Month

CONTRIBUTED BY OFFICE OF SEN. TOMMY TUBERVILLE AUBURN — U.S. Navy Capt. Paul “Puck” Esposito has been named as the May Veteran of the Month by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.).“In Alabama, we take a lot of pride in honoring and supporting the heroes who have served...
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Celebrating a century

Celebrating a century

Jan 28, 2025

BY HANNAH BEASLEY FOR THE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — This past December loved ones gathered to celebrate Mrs. Juanita Patrick’s 100th birthday. An...

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MLK Day News, Features

MLK Day News, Features

Jan 22, 2025

Scenes from Dream Day 2025 MLK Dream on the Move Pastor Carolyn Morton and the Samford Community Outreach Group hosted the 9th Annual Dr. Martin...

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