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Beulah quarry will continue

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGERHGOLDFINGER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM LEE COUNTY — During Monday nights Lee County Commission meeting, the commissioners took a vote on litigation regarding the potential Creekwood Quarry.The quarry, which has been a subject of contention in the county...

Christmas in a Railroad Town returns on Friday

BY ANITA STIEFELEDITOR@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — Historic downtown Opelika will come to life again this holiday season with the annual Christmas in a Railroad Town event, set for Friday, Dec. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m.Christmas in a Railroad Town features a wide range...

Southern Hospitality | Around the table with The Observer

Staff, writers, photographers offer favorite holiday recipes BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER As Christmas approaches, Observer columnists are finishing up their holiday articles, and photographers are working on one more special shot as the full time staff looks over...

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Dream Day Foundation Ambassadors

BY MARION SANKEY FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Dream Day Foundation continues to inspire and uplift youth through transformative initiatives. Among its most impactful programs is the Dream Day Foundation Ambassador Program, established in 2023. Designed to develop...
Honoring Valor

Honoring Valor

Congratulations to our 2024 Public Safety Award Winners: -Emergency Management Professional of the Year Clint Knox - Emergency Medic of the Year...

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OT times 4: AU wins 43-41

OT times 4: AU wins 43-41

The Tigers dominated the first half, then the Aggies tied things up forcing four overtimes. PHOTOS BY ROBERT NOLES BY BRANDON HUGHES FOR THE...

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