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SU instructor chosen for Civics Teacher Scholar program

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Michael Williams Jr., instructor of theatre and American government at Southern Union State Community College, is one of 24 instructors from across the U.S. chosen to participate in the Civic Engagement and Voting Rights...
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Alabama State Senator presents donation to Opelika High School

Alabama State Sen. Randy Price presented a check for $28,000 to Opelika High School earlier this week. The check was earmarked for the school's band, choir and the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Club. Pictured in the center is Opelika City Schools Superintendent...
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Education Briefs

TROY, AL — Troy University has announced its Provost's List for Term 3 of the 2023-2024 academic year, an honor reserved for full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have a grade point average of at least 3.65. Local...
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The buzz about bees: Stay alert during swarm season

BY KADIE VICKFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Swarm season has arrived, and community members must be informed on what to do if they see a bee swarm. Seeing a swarm of bees can initially be intimidating but, if informed, people will realize there is nothing to be...
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Work-based Learning in Opelika

Work-based Learning in Opelika

Jun 9, 2021

By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com The Opelika Chamber’s Business Over Breakfast meeting last week encouraged all employers to consider...

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