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Opelika to host citywide Back to School Bash

BY ELESE MCKINLEYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The third annual Back to School Bash is set for Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to noon at Covington Rec Center in Opelika.The Back to School Bash is a community event aimed at preparing students for the upcoming school year....

Schuler shares art on storefronts and through ‘live painting’ events

BY KADIE VICK | FOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Sydne Schuler, an artist whose business originated in Alex City, is moving to the Auburn/Opelika area.You may have already seen her window painting on local businesses, but Schular offers a variety of other services and...

Grill named chair of state hospital association board

CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION ALABAMA — Laura Grill, president and CEO of East Alabama Health, has been named chair of the Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) Board of Trustees. The election was held at the association’s recent annual meeting.“Laura has...

AU band director, students in D-Day parade in Normandy

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Using his profession and talents to honor veterans, Dr. Corey Spurlin, director of the Auburn University Marching Band, conducted the Collegiate Mass Band for the 80th Anniversary Celebration of D-Day in Normandy, France.The...

The city of Auburn to host Empty Bowls event

The city of Auburn to host Empty Bowls event

Mar 25, 2021

By Lofton WheelesFor the Opelika Observer The city of Auburn will host its eight annual Empty Bowls event on March 27 at 5 p.m. at Kiesel Park....

Takeaways from Auburn’s open practice

Takeaways from Auburn’s open practice

Mar 25, 2021

By JD McCarthyFor the Opelika Observer The Brian Harsin era may have just begun at Auburn, but he’s already done something Gus Malzahn or Gene...

Cornerstone Family Chiropractic opens office in Phenix City

Cornerstone Family Chiropractic opens office in Phenix City

Mar 25, 2021

By Kayla EvansFor the Opelika Observer Cornerstone Family Chiropractic has expanded and added a new location in Phenix City, Alabama. The business...

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...

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