Community Articles

Lee County Association of Realtors gives back

CONTRIBUTED BY LCAR LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Association of Realtors (LCAR) is known not only for expertise in the real estate industry but also for its commitment to giving back to the community.This time, LCAR has made a significant impact by donating gifts to...

A spirit that is not afraid:The story of Auburn’s Marianne Jackson

BY SAM HENDRIX, SECRETARYAUBURN HERITAGE ASSN. Seventy-five years ago this January, Auburn resident Marianne Jackson Cashatt (1933-2011) was on top of the world: a popular senior at Lee County High School with abundant school and church activities and plans for...

Warriors for Freedom 5K scheduled for Jan. 11

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — On Saturday, Jan. 11, which is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, Worthy Squared will host the first annual Warriors for Freedom 5K, a way for the community to stand strong alongside survivors and advocate for dignity,...

Aubie delivers children’s letters to Santa Claus

Area children dropped off their letters to Santa, and Aubie Claus flew them up to the big guy at the North Pole. PHOTOS BY ROBER NOLES | THE OBSERVER