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The Loveliest Gingerbread Village on the Plains

Auburn Hey Day Market again captivated visitors with its Gingerbread Village display. PHOTOS BY ED SIKORA | FOR THE OBSERVER

A spirit that is not afraid: The story of Auburn’s Marianne Jackson – part 2

BY SAM HENDRIX,AUBURN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION Seventy-five years ago this January, Auburn resident Marianne Jackson Cashatt (1933-2011) was on top of the world: a popular senior at Lee County High School with abundant school and church activities and plans for college....
Opelika Chamber Issues Annual Awards

Opelika Chamber Issues Annual Awards

Small Business of the Year — Christie Hill Community Partner of the Year — Curtis House Tourism Parnter of the Year — EasterSeals Young Professional...

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Remembering the Sacrifice

Remembering the Sacrifice

OPELIKA — The city of Opelika held its Memorial Day Ceremony at Courthouse Square in Opelika on Monday.  The Opelika Fire Department presented...

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The Power of ONE

The Power of ONE

Hovey Defeats Whatley by One Vote LEE COUNTY — Hovey and his wife, Anna, react to the news that Hovey beat Incumbant Tom Whatley for the Alabama...

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Provisional Ballot Results Are In

Provisional Ballot Results Are In

BY HANNAH LESTER HLESTER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM ALABAMA — Auburn Council Member Jay Hovey beat incumbent Tom Whatley for Alabama Senate District 27...

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