Dialing back smartphones By Kadie TaylorThe Observer OPELIKA — A group of Opelika parents were looking for ways to allow their children to stay...
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Opelika Public Library director selected as advisor for national initiative
OPELIKA — Rosanna McGinnis, Opelika Public Library director, along with community partner Ayanna Thomas, Elderly Nutrition Program/Senior Community...
Inside the newsroom at the Observer
Get to know the Spring interns BY ALEXXIA LITTLETON, LANDI RUTLEDGE, KADIE TAYLOR OPELIKA — Entering a newsroom can be intimidating and exciting all...
Opelika holds public hearing on proposed planning moratorium Feb. 3
Moratorium would pause certain new residential approvals and more BY MICHELLE KEYAND KADIE TAYLOR OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council announced last...
Candlelight prayer vigil calls for peace
BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Opelika held a Candlelight Prayer Vigil for Peace on Jan. 29. Many prayed, read...
Opelika mourns loss of two WWII heroes in one week
Opelika is mourning the loss of two of its beloved World War II veterans this past week. Walter Dorsey, age 98, passed away on Jan. 25 and Orrin...
Opelika to hold public hearing on proposed planning moratorium Feb. 3
Moratorium would pause certain new residential approvals and more OPELIKA -The Opelika City Council will consider a proposed one-yearPlanning...
A lasting legacy: Gary Fuller honored at Southern Union
BY LANDI RUTLEDGEFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Southern Union State Community College held a dedication ceremony on Jan. 26, naming the Gary Fuller...
Protest held in response to Minneapolis killing
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — Locals gathered for a protest on Toomer’s Corner the night of Jan. 25, responding to the death of 37-year-old...