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Letter to the Community

. OPINION — In the last four days, three major criminal acts have taken place in Lee County. Families have been devastated and our prayers are for them. On Thursday evening, Lee County Sheriff's deputies and investigators were called to a Beauregard area store where a...

Tigers claim 100th rivalry game

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — It was a nearly perfect setting for the 100th football game between Auburn High School (2-1, 1-0) and Opelika High School (2-1, 0-1) on Thursday evening.An electric Bulldog Stadium was packed until there was standing room...

Opelika Fire Department hosts monthly firefighter ability test

BY KAYLEIGH FREEMANFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Whether climbing stairs, dragging hoses or navigating enclosed spaces, the Opelika Fire Department is putting aspiring firefighters to the test — physically and mentally — by hosting monthly Candidate Physical Ability...

Supporting AU students with unexpected pregnancies

Baby Steps program improves graduation rates BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — Baby Steps supports Auburn University students who are navigating an unplanned pregnancy, with the goal of helping these young mothers complete their degrees.“Baby Steps is an...
Bo Bikes Bama one last time

Bo Bikes Bama one last time

Auburn University two-sport legend Bo Jackson, center, leads the final “Bo Bikes Bama” fundraiser for severe storm relief. Since its creation...

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