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College student crafts cottage food business after extension training

CONTRIBUTED BY  ALABAMA EXTENSION AUBURN — Baking has been a lifelong passion for Elizabeth Belcher. “Growing up, we did Saturday morning breakfasts with my grandpa, and he always baked his own bread,” Belcher said. “I think I baked my first cake when I was 7...
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Street Corner Jam brings music to downtown Opelika

BY SAMUEL JONESFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — A new weekly summer music event is set to bring musicians and community members together in downtown Opelika, creating a laid-back space for live performances and connection.The Street Corner Jam, created by Cody Foote and his...
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Letter to the Editor: Character Council encourages community to be kind

OPINION — The Envision Opelika Foundation has partnered with the Opelika Character Council since 2007 to emphasize and recognize good character across the community. Local businesses, organizations, city government and schools play key roles in this initiative. Since...
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Developers break ground on downtown Auburn student housing project

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — A massive new student housing development rising in the heart of downtown Auburn officially began its race to the finish line with a groundbreaking ceremony on April 15, as the initial site prep came to a close.Athens,...
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