CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Jefferson’s of Opelika is pleased to announce that Patricia Pugh has been named Jefferson’s 2026 Opelika...
Jefferson’s names OCS Pre-K educator as “Teacher of the Year” Winner
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Education Articles
EAH presents $125K in scholarships to local high school students
CONTRIBUTED BY EAH OPELIKA — During a ceremony held April 30, East Alabama Health presented five local students with $25,000 scholarships to pursue...
Lee County Schools receives national recognition for music education support
CONTRIBUTED BY LEE COUNTY SCHOOLS LEE COUNTY — Lee County Schools (LCS) has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation...
Kids Talk About God | What tempts you to deny Jesus?
OPINION — “If someone offered me a lifetime supply of chocolate ice cream to say I didn’t believe in Jesus, I might hesitate,” says Jackson, 9. “But...
Auburn City Schools announces four new hires
CONTRIBUTED BY AUBURN CITY SCHOOLS AUBURN — Auburn City Schools has announced four new hires for the 2026-2027 school year. The principals,...
SUSCC enrolling students for cosmetology program at Wadley Campus
CONTRIBUTED BY SOUTHERN UNION STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEE COUNTY — Southern Union State Community College is now enrolling students for its highly...
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...
Opelika School Board hears updates on grading, renovations
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — At the April 14 Opelika School Board Meeting, the board heard an update from Lamar Zuiderhoek, representative...
Auburn City School Board recognizes Teachers of the Year
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — At the April 14 Auburn School Board Meeting, the board recognized the 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year.“As you...