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Guy Rhodes honored for lifetime of journalism, community service

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Opelika resident Guy Rhodes has been recognized through a resolution from the Alabama Senate following his retirement after more than 50 years as a journalist. The resolution was presented to Rhodes by District 27 State Sen. Billy...

Back-to-School Giveaway to provide supplies, resources for Opelika students

BY GRACIE GOODMAN | FOR THE OBSERVER The Opelika Ambassadors of Change will host a Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway on Sunday, July 26, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Covington Recreation Center at 213 Carver Ave., in Opelika. The event aims to help local families...

‘Rooted in love’: RyRowsie Boutique opens in Opelika

BY AMANDA MACHAMERFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — For RyRowsie Women’s Boutique, success means more than just good business; it means building connections with the community.Opened June 23, RyRowsie Boutique offers hand-selected women’s fashion, with the mission of leaving...

Vise returns to Key Media as editor of The LaFayette Sun

BY THE OBSERVER STAFF EAST ALABAMA — Key Media has announced the return of former intern and freelance reporter Sam Vise as editor of The LaFayette Sun.Originally from Trussville, Vise began her college career at the University of North Alabama before transferring to...

‘He’s a miracle’ — TBI survivor to hold golf tourney

‘He’s a miracle’ — TBI survivor to hold golf tourney

Jun 23, 2026

A golf cart wreck nearly took his life. Now he intends to help others with brain injuries. BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — Nearly a year...

Lee County celebrates Juneteenth

Lee County celebrates Juneteenth

Jun 23, 2026

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Despite humid weather and heavy cloud cover, hundreds packed downtown Opelika to celebrate Juneteenth, the...

OHS, Samford Cannon Foundation encourage student philanthropy

OHS, Samford Cannon Foundation encourage student philanthropy

Jun 23, 2026

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — The Philanthropy 2026 Luncheon was hosted at the Nonprofit Center of East Alabama on June 18. Sponsored...

Opelika story takes the stage in New Jersey

Opelika story takes the stage in New Jersey

Jun 23, 2026

BY THE OBSERVER STAFF OPELIKA — An Opelika family’s story of escape, acceptance and new beginnings is reaching a new audience this month through a...

Lee-Scott Academy’s head football coach steps down

Lee-Scott Academy’s head football coach steps down

Jun 16, 2026

Buster Daniel led the Warriors to a 47-19 record and AISA title in six seasons CONTRIBUTED BY LEE-SCOTT ACADEMY AUBURN — Lee-Scott Academy...

Kylie Hogue is new director of the Museum of East Alabama

Kylie Hogue is new director of the Museum of East Alabama

Jun 15, 2026

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Surrounded by more than 5,000 artifacts, Kylie Hogue, the new executive director of the Museum of East...

Red, White and Boom: Freedom Fest returns July 3

Red, White and Boom: Freedom Fest returns July 3

Jun 15, 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY OPELIKA PARKS AND REC OPELIKA — Opelika Parks and Recreation invites the community to the 73rd Annual Freedom Celebration on Friday,...

Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranches host fifth annual Memorial Golf Tournament

Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranches host fifth annual Memorial Golf Tournament

Jun 15, 2026

CONTRIBUTED BY LCSO LEE COUNTY — The fifth annual Alabama Sheriffs Youth Ranches (ALSYR) Memorial Children’s Charity Golf Classic was held on...

Argentina dominate in 3-0 friendly win

Argentina dominate in 3-0 friendly win

Jun 15, 2026

Auburn takes the world stage — more than 80,000 fans packed Jordan-Hare Stadium on June 9 as international soccer powers Argentina and Iceland met...

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