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Opelika native turns loss into words

BY HANNAH HERRERAFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Opelika native Auburn Chason was 12 years old when she lost her father. Seventeen years later, she wrote a book to help others process grief like hers.“Fruitful Grief,” released on Feb. 11, is a product of Chason’s own...
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‘Death by a thousand cuts:’ License denial leaves business in limbo

Gateway Corridor restrictions cited as state hemp regulations force retailer to seek liquor license BY OBSERVER STAFF OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council voted Feb. 17 to deny a request for a package store license for Top Shelf Alternatives LLC at 510 Geneva St.,...
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Worthy2 holds internet safety event

By Kadie TaylorThe Observer LEE COUNTY — Worthy2 hosted a Behind the Screen… Who’s Really There? Protecting Our Children in a Digital World — An Internet Safety Workshop for Parents and Caregivers on Feb. 19 at Cornerstone Church in Auburn.Kathryn Guthrie, founder of...
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Opelika puts pause on new residential building permits

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council voted 4–1 to approve the temporary moratorium on new residential and multiple-occupancy development projects.Ward 5 Council Member Todd Rauch led discussion and proposed amendments to the ordinance.“I want to...
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Keep the roads safe

Nov 24, 2025

CONTRIBUTED BY ALEA MONTGOMERY — As families across the state prepare to gather and give thanks, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging...

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