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Opelika launches local committee to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

OPELIKA — In anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026, the city of Opelika recently announced the formation of the Opelika America 250 Alabama Committee. This local group will help lead the city’s planning and programming in celebration of...
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Auburn CityFest 2026 Juried Art Show and Preview Reception call for artists

CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF AUBURN AUBURN — The 21st annual Juried Art Show and Preview Reception is just around the corner, and organizers are excited to showcase the community’s creative work. Held in collaboration with Auburn CityFest 2026, the CityFest Juried Art Show...
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Fun and local literacy at OPL

BY LANDI RUTLEDGE FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — On Thursday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m., Sarah Penner will be the keynote speaker for the Third Annual Opelika Book Festival. Sarah Penner is a New York Times and internationally bestselling author of “The Lost Apothecary” and...
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African Children’s Choir to visit Opelika Feb. 27

By Kadie Taylor The Observer OPELIKA — Celebrating resilience and hope, the African Children’s Choir is performing at Greater Peace Missionary Baptist Church in Opelika on Friday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. “The African Children's Choir is one of five programs of Music for...
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