Special to the Opelika Observer Only eight days removed from the devastating tornadoes that affected Lee County on March 3, educators at West Smiths...
Artwork from Smiths Station students displayed at state capitol
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Education Articles
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...
Southern Union announces global partnership with Swiss 3D printer Sintratec
Special to the Opelika Observer Representatives from Southern Union State Community College and Swiss 3D printer developer Sintratec announced a...
Spratlin wins prestigious M. Cecil Padgett Award
Special to the Opelika Observer Southern Union State Community College Financial Aid Clerk Tammy Spratlin was recently awarded the M. Cecil Padgett...
State DAR recognizes Opelika teacher
Special to the Opelika Observer Opelika High School teacher Don Shirley has been recognized by the Alabama Society of the Daughters of the American...
Southern Union gives students a head start in careers
Special to the Opelika Observer Parents are invited to attend information sessions on the dual enrollment program at Southern Union State Community...
Lee County’s Michael Key awarded $3,600 scholarship in automotive manufacturing program from AAMA/ACCS
Special to the Opelika Observer Forty-eight students have each been awarded a $3,600 scholarship to study in automotive manufacturing programs at...