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Council approves second hemp ordinance

By Daniel Schmidt AUBURN — The Auburn City Council on May 19 approved a zoning ordinance amendment that formally carves out where the city's newly regulated consumable hemp retailers can set up shop. It is the latest local move in a months-long effort to bring the...

A NEW LAWMAN TO RIDE INTO SHERIFF’S OFFICE

BY OBSERVER STAFF LEE COUNTY — Former Lee County Sheriff’s deputy Cam Hunt narrowly defeated 27-year incumbent Jay Jones in the Republican primary for Lee County sheriff Tuesday night, May 19.While Tuesday night’s results are not yet official, Hunt received 9,301...

A life of service: remembering Major John “Alex” Klinner

BY THE FAMILY OF MAJOR JOHN “ALEX” KLINNER On this Memorial Day, we pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation — those who stood in the gap, often far from home, so that others might live in freedom.Among them is Major John Alex...

Dreams come true at Shoofly Farms

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — Expanding to more than weekend visitors, Shoofly Farms is now a place for couples to enjoy their wedding day alongside close family and friends.Shoofly Farms sits on 200 acres of land with walking trails, an indoor/outdoor...