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Events | Nov. 21, 2024

Ferguson Chapel C.M.E. to host annual Thanksgiving prayer breakfast CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Ferguson Chapel C.M.E. Church has planned a Pre-Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 9 a.m.Mrs. Mae W. Sims, First Lady of Ferguson Chapel, will...

‘Be a Santa to a Senior’ program underway, gifts needed

CONTRIBUTED BY HOME INSTEAD LEE COUNTY — As we enter the season of giving, Home Instead is calling on the community to participate in its Be a Santa to a Senior program, which helps brighten the holidays for older adults who may be feeling alone or might otherwise go...

Sheriff’s Foundation virtual auction begins Nov. 22

CONTRIBUTED BY LCSO LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Sheriff’s Foundation (LCSF) will hold its inaugural online silent auction Nov. 22 through Dec. 5.Through this virtual fundraiser, LCSF will auction off gift baskets, individual items and experiences donated by local and...

A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland coming to Columbus

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER COLUMBUS, Georgia — A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland comes to Columbus on Wednesday, Dec. 11, with a performance 7:30 p.m. at RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.With all the heart-warming spirit of an Irish Christmas, A Celtic...
Seniors Going for Gold

Seniors Going for Gold

The Alabama Senior Olympics recently held a track and field event at Opelika High School. Athletes over the age of 50 participated in various track...

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Farm at Rocky Top Rocks Hay Days

Farm at Rocky Top Rocks Hay Days

The Farm at Rocky Top hosted its first ever Hay Days event last weekend, May 20 and 21. Vendors and visitors from near and far flocked to the farm...

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The Good Times Pour In

The Good Times Pour In

Opelika Main Street's craft beer festival, "On Tap," returned to downtown Saturday, May 13, featuring beer from over 30 craft breweries from across...

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An Opelika Friday Night

An Opelika Friday Night

BY JOHN ATKINSON OPINION — PHOTO BY ED SIKORA I went to a county carnival tonight. Cotton candy. Pretzels. Bratwurst. Pork rinds. Barbecue. Loaded...

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Remember. Respect. Revere.

Remember. Respect. Revere.

Opelika Police Department held its National Peace Officers Memorial Monday, May 15, at Opelika Public Library. The program featured a lunch provided...

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Spring Sundown Symphonies

Spring Sundown Symphonies

The city of Auburn's spring Sundown Concert Series kicked off last week, May 4, at Kiesal Park (520 Chadwick Lane in Auburn). The free event's first...

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Era Helps Opelika Get Vintage

Era Helps Opelika Get Vintage

Era Opelika, a vintage furniture, houseware, decor, clothing and jewelry shop located at 925 S. Railroad Ave. in Opelika, hosted the South Railroad...

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