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Education Articles
Helpful hints for young travelers
By Beth Pinyerd Classroom Observer In the spring or summer, whether it be just day outings or a trip to extended family for Easter, spring break, or...
OLLI at Auburn to host Martha Shepherd and Michal Traynor April 10; Dr. C. Robert Taylor on April 17 for Wisdom Wednesdays lecture series
Special to the Opelika Observer The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Auburn University (OLLI at Auburn) will host its lecture series Wisdom...
Southern Union presents ‘Damn Yankees’
Special to the Opelika Observer “Damn Yankees,” the Broadway mega-hit and winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Choreography,...
Auburn, Opelika mayors pen letter encouraging support for local Boys and Girls Club
Special to the Opelika Observer On April 26, I will be hosting the 14th Annual Mayors Ball along with my friend and Auburn Mayor Ron Anders at The...
Artwork from Smiths Station students displayed at state capitol
Special to the Opelika Observer Only eight days removed from the devastating tornadoes that affected Lee County on March 3, educators at West Smiths...
How you should handle large tax bills: don’t ignore your taxes; they aren’t going away
By Justin Smith For the Opelika Observer No one likes to hear they have a large tax bill due at the end of the year. As an accountant, I do not look...
Your child is a promise
By Beth Pinyerd As a teacher, I love to plan butterfly release parties for science classes in the springtime. All butterflies undergo a “complete...
Savor the fun of a spring picnic
By Beth Pinyerd For the Opelika Observer New life is bursting out all over with beautiful flowers and luscious green foliage. In the early part of...