DEMOREST, Georgia — On Friday, May 8, Piedmont University conferred undergraduate degrees to 202 students, including 79 first-generation students,...
Education Briefs | May 26, 2026
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Auburn BOE recognizes student achievement
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — At the May 12 Auburn School Board meeting, students and employees were recognized for their...
Jefferson’s names OCS Pre-K educator as “Teacher of the Year” Winner
CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Jefferson’s of Opelika is pleased to announce that Patricia Pugh has been named Jefferson’s 2026 Opelika...
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...