Special to the Opelika Observer Forestry is a big business in Alabama – a business that begins when more than 100,000 private landowners invest...
Events Articles
National Arbor Day returns April 26
Special to the Opelika Observer National Arbor Day is April 26, and the Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for anyone to celebrate the annual...
East Alabama Gun and Hunting Show slated for April 13 and 14 at Opelika’s Village Event Center
By Morgan Bryce Editor Local gun enthusiasts and hunters will be able to shop for the latest accessories and equipment at the East Alabama Gun and...
Inaugural ‘Opelika Giving Day’ seeks to raise awareness, funding for area nonprofits seeking to make a difference in the community
By Morgan Bryce Editor Helping promote and raise funds for organizations seeking to make a difference is the goal of the Community Foundation of...
Victims of Crime and Leniency receives Community Awareness Project funding for 2019 National Crime Victims’ Rights week
Special to the Opelika Observer Victims of Crime and Leniency, VOCAL, a statewide victims’ rights and services organization, has received federal...
Carnival returns to USA Town Center this week
By Michelle Key Publisher The community is invited to head over to USA Town Center for the 2019 Spring Carnival by Modern Midways. Victor Vance,...
Opelika’s law enforcement to participate in Cops on Top event Friday
By Tyler Roush For the Opelika Observer The annual Cops On Top event will be held on April 5 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Opelika Kroger. An...
Opelika Sportsplex to host benefit walk April 13
Special to the Opelika Observer On April 13, Camp Seale Harris for children with diabetes will host the annual Diabetes WALK for Camp Seale Harris...
Fort Mitchell to hold Pioneer Day April 13
Special to the Opelika Observer Fort Mitchell, a national historic landmark, will hold its annual Pioneer Day on April 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m...