By Morgan Bryce Editor With the return of summer is the promise of fresh, local produce which will be available every Tuesday afternoon from 3 to 6...
O Grows Farmers Market returns next Tuesday
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Education Articles
The quiet gift that truly counts
By Beth Pinyerd 1 Corinthians 13:13 - “And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” Mama, mom, mommy, mother...
Opelika students celebrate state’s bicentennial
Special to the Opelika Observer Nearly 400 schools in the state of Alabama applied to the Bicentennial Grant, with 200 of those being selected,...
Adult education open house held at SUSCC to raise awareness of free educational services
By Kelly Daniel For the Opelika Observer Southern Union State Community College held an open house event on April 30, showcasing the free services...
Home is where the heart is
By Beth Pinyerd Classroom Observer My son called home from Grand Rapids, Michigan. “Mom I am flying home for Mother’s Day!” Needless to say my heart...
Opelika native Taylor Watson initiated into Phi Kappa Phi Society
Special to the Opelika Observer Taylor Watson of Opelika was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and...
New statewide beekeeping program helps raise awareness on bees
Special to the Opelika Observer The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is taking steps to assure bees remain a vibrant part of food production. To...
Alabama Extension System promoting state’s ongoing strawberry season
Special to the Opelika Observer Strawberry season is underway in Alabama. Known for their bright colors and sweet taste, strawberries play a special...
The gift that truly counts
By Beth Pinyerd Tomorrow, May 2, is the observance of National Day of Prayer. This is celebrated each year on the first Thursday of May. This is...