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OCS Board recognizes 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year

CONTRIBUTED BY OCS OPELIKA — At its regular board meeting on Jan. 28, the Opelika City Schools Board of Education recognized 2024-25 Teachers of the Year. Each honoree was joined by their school principal, who shared the dedication and impact these educators are...

Sara Kate Speakman wins fitness scholarship, Spirit Award at state DYW pageant

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Sara Kate Speakman, a senior at Lee-Scott Academy and the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) of Lee County, competed against 43 other participants at the state program. The Distinguished Young Women of Alabama competition was...

‘Goat Yoga’ offers a unique fitness opportunity

BY STEVEN STIEFEL FOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Looking for a workout that blends relaxation, exercise and… farm animals? An upcoming local event will allow you to stretch, breathe and maybe even get a surprise back massage — from a goat.Goat yoga started as a quirky...

Neighborhood honors mailman retiring after 30 years

Residents at Shiloh Senior Apartments honored their long-time letter carrier, David Edwards, upon his retirement after 30 years of service with the U.S. Postal Service. Residents decorated their mailboxes with well wishes to show their appreciation. PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA...
Celebrating a century

Celebrating a century

BY HANNAH BEASLEY FOR THE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — This past December loved ones gathered to celebrate Mrs. Juanita Patrick’s 100th birthday. An...

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A winter wonderland on The Plains

A winter wonderland on The Plains

A winter wonderland on The PlainsHow Auburn dealt with the snow event BY LOGAN HURSTON FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — 2025 has been the year for snow....

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