Events Articles

Goodwill to offer free tax preparation

Households with incomes under $64,000 are eligible to participate CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER COLUMBUS — For over 10 years, Goodwill has partnered with the IRS to provide free tax preparation services for the community. The program, often referred to as VITA...

Don’t Be an Ope-loser: City kicks off anti-litter campaign

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The City of Opelika, in collaboration with Keep Opelika Beautiful KOB), welcomes back its environmental initiative, "Don’t Be an Ope-loser."This anti-litter campaign aims to unite residents, businesses and community organizations...

‘Alabama to the Rescue’

Conference aims to shed light on invisible crime of human trafficking BY DAVID BELLFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — An event designed to raise awareness about human trafficking is coming to east Alabama on Feb. 17. Entitled “Alabama to the Rescue,” the one-day conference...

Community Calendar | Feb.1, 2024

AUBURN CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETINGThe Auburn Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb. 1, at 4 p.m. at Jay and Susie Gouge Performing Arts Center. OPELIKA BUSINESS OVER BREAKFASTThe Opelika Chamber will present Business Over Breakfast on Thursday,...
Business is Booming in Opelika

Business is Booming in Opelika

The chamber celebrated Byars Cooper Insurance Group with a ribbon cutting. When it comes to something as important as insurance, it’s imperative to...

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Foods for Eye Health

Foods for Eye Health

BY BETH PINYERD FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Lee County Low Vision Support Group met on Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Alabama...

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Villains Come Out at Night

Villains Come Out at Night

Opelika's Villains Ball took place Saturday, Oct. 29, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Heritage House in Opelika. A DJ and stunt performers entertained...

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