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Korean manufacturer DUCK IL Industries announces $21M investment in Auburn

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF AUBURN  AUBURN — The Korean automotive electronic system supplier DUCK IL USA will invest approximately $21 million dollars in Auburn. In a few weeks, DUCK IL USA, or DIA, will upgrade and expand its facility in the Auburn Technology...

Candidates address voters at Lee County NAACP forum

BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County NAACP Branch 5038 held a Candidate Forum for the 2026 Statewide Primary Election on May 19 on Thursday, May 7, at the Greater Peace Missionary Baptist Church Family Life Center.  President of NAACP Branch...

Hanwha invests in U.S. production of K9 Mobile Howitzer in Opelika

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — Hanwha Defense USA announced today that it is establishing a site in Opelika, that will serve as the U.S. integration and test facility for Hanwha’s family of K9 Mobile Howitzers.Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) signed a...

O Grows Farmers’ Market returns

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Support local farmers and enjoy in-season produce, the O Grows Farmers’ Market is opening Tuesdays, May 19 through Aug. 25, from 3 to 6 p.m. The market is located at the Opelika Courthouse Square, 215 N. 8th St. in Opelika.“We...
2025 – A year in review

2025 – A year in review

BY MICHELLE KEY PUBLISHER LEE COUNTY —  January 2025: New Milestones, Transitions and Obstacles January opened with a milestone moment for...

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Moore resigns as OHS head coach

Moore resigns as OHS head coach

BY DANIEL SCHMIDT THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Opelika High School must now look for a new head football coach after Bryan Moore abruptly resigned at an...

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