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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...

Local rivalry reaches historic milestone

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA-AUBURN— When looking at Auburn High School and Opelika High School, the two schools seemed destined to become rivals. Just over six miles apart, they are polar opposites in almost every single way.One is represented by a...