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Six shows, one big milestone

BY HANNAH HERRERAFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Arts Association of East Alabama is celebrating 60 years in the Auburn-Opelika community with a six-week, six-show spring performance series.Anna Coxwell, the Arts Association’s new board president, said the association...

OPD Chief announces intent to retire in 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA After 35 years of dedicated service to the City of Opelika, Police Chief Shane Healey has announced he will retire on March 1, 2026. “Chief Healey has been a stellar leader and an exceptional public servant," said Mayor Eddie Smith....

Handmade for the holidays: Potters raise funds for food bank

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — As a kickoff for the upcoming Empty Bowls event, the Rocky Brook Potters are holding 12 Days of Christmas with handcrafted ornaments, gift baskets and other items for sale from Dec. 8 through Dec. 20, with all proceeds going...

Auburn introduces Golesh as 33rd head football coach

BY DANIEL SCHMIDT THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Before Alex Golesh walked into Jordan-Hare Stadium to be named Auburn University’s 33rd head football coach, a crowd of fans had gathered outside the Harbert Recruiting Center to catch a glimpse. Lined up in the form of a...
OHS crowns Homecoming Queen

OHS crowns Homecoming Queen

Jasmine Smith was named Opelika High School Homecoming Queen at halftime of the game against Johnson Abernathy Graetz (JAG) High School of...

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