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Anita Burton is retiring from the Opelika Public Library

BY KADIE VICKFOR THE OBSERVEROPELIKA — Anita Burton, a cherished member of the Opelika Public Library (OPL) staff for the past 35 years, is retiring this month. With her upcoming retirement, she is reflecting on the time she spent investing in the community and the...

Summer Swing concert series underway in Opelika

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Every Tuesday evening, the Opelika Parks and Recreation Department hosts a free outdoor concert at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Park in Opelika.This 13-week Summer Swing Concert series offers a wide variety of musical...

Opelika names Environmental Services director

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The city of Opelika announced the appointment of Jasen Spoon as the new director of Opelika Environmental Services (OES).“We are thrilled to have Jasen join our team,” said Mayor Gary Fuller. “With a background in Public Works and...

Downtown Opelika’s Envy Salon celebrates 16th year

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — As one of the longest operating businesses in downtown Opelika, Envy Salon on Railroad Avenue is celebrating its 16th year. Over the years, owner Holly Surrency has received awards for expert hair styling and colorings,...

Franky June’s Weeny Wagon open and ready to serve Lee County

Franky June’s Weeny Wagon open and ready to serve Lee County

Mar 25, 2021

By Lofton WheelesFor the Opelika Observer Franky June’s Weeny Wagon opened last month and is now serving the Opelika area. You can often find Franky...

Smiths Station beats Auburn on penalty kicks

Smiths Station beats Auburn on penalty kicks

Mar 25, 2021

By JD McCarthyFor the Opelika Observer All season, the Smiths Station girls’ soccer team has been looking forward to its game with Auburn. The team...

Serve to Lead 2: leading high school baseball coach shares his story, despite the odds.

Mar 25, 2021

By Wil Crewssportscrews@opelikaobserver.com Written by Glenwood Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach Tim Fanning, “Serve to Lead 2” is part...

Making the Grade –– Susie K’s Country Cooking

Making the Grade –– Susie K’s Country Cooking

Mar 25, 2021

By StaceyPatton Wallace As I have mentioned before in this column, I am an Alabama girl who LOVES chicken on the bone. There. Is. No. Substitute....

It’s all about that bass

Mar 21, 2021

Take a chance and catch a million-dollar fish By JD McCarthyFor the Opelika Observer Lake Martin is known for its great bass fishing but now there...

Opelika’s Azalea and Dogwood Trail opens next week

Mar 20, 2021

Contributed byKeep Opelika BeautifulKeep Opelika Beautiful will kick off the Azalea and Dogwood Trail on Monday, March 22. The Trail begins at...

Making the Grade: Zazu Gastropub

Making the Grade: Zazu Gastropub

Mar 18, 2021

By Stacey Patton Wallace I absolutely LOVE downtown Opelika. It has so many interesting shops and great restaurants at which to dine. Also,...

Welcome spring with time outdoors, enjoying easy to prepare meals

Welcome spring with time outdoors, enjoying easy to prepare meals

Mar 18, 2021

By Ann Cipperly With Bradford Pear and Tulip trees and clusters of daffodils blooming around town, we welcome the return of spring with sunny,...

Closure, detour on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard in Opelika

Closure, detour on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard in Opelika

Mar 17, 2021

Contributed by thecity of Opelika Starting on Wednesday, March 17, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard will be closed for the installation of a water...

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