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Bunkers now open in Auburn, featuring golf simlulators

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN —Bunkers, a cocktail bar, restaurant and indoor golf simulator unlike anything in the area is now open in Auburn.Located a block from the famous Toomer’s Corner, Bunkers has more than 50 parking spaces for guests only, making it an...

Opelika Community Theater partners with Penguin Project

BY ELESE MCKINLEYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Penguin Project, which allows disabled youth to showcase their talents and abilities through theatre, has partnered with the Opelika Community Theatre.Dr. Andy Morgan established the Penguin Project in Peoria, Illinois,...

Murder suspect Matt Dillon granted bond

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGER | HGOLDFINGER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM Following the preliminary hearing for Francis Hamblin and Matthew Dillon, Judge Steven Speakman granted bond to one of the two suspects in the alleged murder of Reggie Stokes.  On Oct. 11, both Hamblin...

Lee County School Board names new superintendent

LEE COUNTY - The Lee County School Board unanimously voted to approve Dr. Mike Howard as the new superintendent during its regular meeting Tuesday, Nov. 14. Howard, should be accept the position, will take over the role following Dr. James McCoy upon his retirement on...
Auburn family opens doggy daycare

Auburn family opens doggy daycare

Contributed by Bradley Robertson There’s a new dog kennel in our area, and it’s not your average doggy daycare. It’s the farm-life dream, and it’s...

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Valentine’s Day Cards for retirement communities

Valentine’s Day Events

By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com Feb. 14 draws near and will serve as the first Valentine’s Day under the COVID-19 pandemic. Although...

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