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Opelika Main Street Hero continues family legacy of volunteering

By Kadie TaylorThe Observer OPELIKA — Earlier this fall, Opelika Main Street held its Main Street Awards and awarded Shree Summerlin with the Main Street Hero Award.“Over the years, I have proven my commitment to Opelika Main Street by being consistent and...

Veteran Spotlight

Discovering a World War II hero: PFC Maryland J. Golden BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — While the family of Pfc. Maryland J. Golden knew their father had served in World War II and suffered serious injuries, they didn’t realize the depth of his service until...

True Value hardware store now open in Opelika

BY KAYLEIGH FREEMANThe Observer OPELIKA — Opelika True Value, a family-owned and operated hardware store, opened its doors for business May 1. Though still in its soft-opening phase, the new addition has given the Opelika community a taste of all that is to come with...