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About that tree …

The Christmas tree debate — real or artificial? BY ANITA STIEFELEDITOR@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM EAST ALABAMA — According to the American Christmas Tree Association's (ACTA) 2024 Consumer Report, 99% of consumers surveyed intend to display at least one Christmas tree in...

Sante Wine Bar & Shoppe open in Opelika

BY MALLORIE MCCOY FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The newest hot spot for wine lovers, Sante Wine Bar and Shoppe, opened its doors on Nov. 20. The French-themed business is located on 113 S. 9th St. in Opelika.After a 12-year long friendship, co-owners Chris Tomlinson and...

Honoring Valor

Congratulations to our 2024 Public Safety Award Winners: -Emergency Management Professional of the Year Clint Knox - Emergency Medic of the Year Brandi Hines - Firefighter of the Year Battalion Chief Tracey Johnson -Police Officer of the Year Officer Chase Bridges -...

Opelika Pickleball Club presents city with check

The Opelika Pickleball Club presented the city of Opelika with a check in the amount of $100,000 during Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Our club has experienced a stellar year. Opelika Parks and Recreation Director Sam Bailey and Club President Jim Young...
Opelika Gives

Opelika Gives

CONTRIBUTED BY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EAST ALABAMA OPELIKA –– The Community Foundation of East Alabama is pleased to announce its fourth Annual...

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O Town Begins New Partnership

O Town Begins New Partnership

BY HANNAH LESTER HLESTER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — Opelika’s local ice cream shop, O Town Ice Cream, has partnered with Cammie’s Old Dutch Ice...

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Deputy Coroner Appointed Coroner Following Harris’ Death

Hovey vs. Whatley Still Undecided  

By Hannah Lester hlester@opelikaobserver.com LEE COUNTY –– If you’re confused on the Hovey vs. Whatley Senate District 27 race, you’re not alone....

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