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Opelika Council approves new regulations for hemp stores

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council approved new regulations governing hemp stores and moved forward with additional restrictions on package liquor stores during its Sept. 15 meeting.The council approved amendments to the city’s zoning...
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Chef David Bancroft opens next chapter of Bow & Arrow

New Auburn location and the Bluebonnet Market CONTRIBUTED BY BOW & ARROW PUBLIC RELATIONS AUBURN — Following a soft opening over Labor Day weekend, five-time James Beard Award semifinalist Chef David Bancroft officially opens the next chapter of Bow & Arrow...
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Opelika proposal would create new rental licensing structure

Proposed ordinance removed from Sept. 15 agenda but is expected to return for future council consideration BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council was scheduled to consider an ordinance amendment during its meeting on Tuesday night that would...
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Lee County superintendent resigns at end of year

BY STEVEN STIEFEL | FOR THE OBSERVER Lee County Superintendent of Education Mike Howard stated he will resign, effective Dec. 31. He did not attend a Sept. 8 work session, where school board members discussed options for finding his replacement with board attorney...
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Ron Anders wins reelection

Ron Anders wins reelection

Aug 25, 2026

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER Publisher’s Note: These results are unofficial as of press time. Votes will be canvassed and certified next week....

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