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Auburn medical clinic closes abruptly

No explanation given to employees, patients BY MICHELLE KEY | PUBLISHER AUBURN — Employees of the Auburn Urgent Care on South College Street were left in the dark Friday, Dec. 6, when they received an early morning email from the office manager, Duchi Bednarski,...

The Oaks Agency accepting client applications

CONTRIBUTED BYTHE OAKS AGENCY AUBURN — The Oaks Agency, a student-run public relations firm through Auburn University dedicated to helping clients elevate their brand while providing valuable learning opportunities for students, is now accepting new clients in the...

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Dream Day Foundation Ambassadors

BY MARION SANKEY FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Dream Day Foundation continues to inspire and uplift youth through transformative initiatives. Among its most impactful programs is the Dream Day Foundation Ambassador Program, established in 2023. Designed to develop...

Holiday advice to keep pets healthy and happy

CONTRIBUTED BYFAMILY FEATURES EAST ALABAMA — While family and friends share gifts and hearty meals during the holidays, make sure you protect the joy of the season by keeping pets safe as you likely introduce new foods, decor and other potential hazards in the...
The Elks Lodge Flipped For Fun

The Elks Lodge Flipped For Fun

PHOTOS BY ROBERT NOLES / THE OBSERVER Local Elks Lodge No. 1834 held a community day on Sept. 9 at the USA Town Center. The event was both fun and...

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Benjamin’s Bone Marrow Blitz

PHOTOS BY ROBERT NOLES / THE OBSERVER 2023-09-09 Benjamin’s Bone Marrow Blitz Run 2023-09-09 Benjamin’s Bone Marrow Blitz Run 2023-09-09 Benjamin’s...

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Top Hat Tackles Food Insecurity

Top Hat Tackles Food Insecurity

CONTRIBUTED BY WENDY HODGE OPELIKA —“There are people in the world so hungry that God cannot appear to them except in the form of bread.” - Mahatma...

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