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Key Media welcomes new assistant editor for The Sun

BY SAM VISEFOR THE LAFAYETTE SUN CHAMBERS COUNTY — The LaFayette Sun welcomes new assistant editor, Kadie Vick, to the team. Vick graduated from Auburn University this past May with her Bachelor of Arts degree in professional and public writing with a minor in...

The Bottling Plant pours into a new chapter

Business changes hands BY SAM VISE | FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — For years, The Bottling Plant has been more than just a building in downtown Opelika — it's been the backdrop for countless memories, from weddings and concerts to community fundraisers.Now, the event...

Too gouda be true — Roni’s Mac Bar opens in Auburn

BY SAM VISE | FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Roni’s Mac Bar, downtown Auburn’s newest restaurant, officially opened its doors with a grand opening and ribbon cutting on June 14. Located at 138 N. College St. in Auburn, Roni’s features create-your-own mac and cheese bowls...

AU hosts College Quest for visually impaired high schoolers

BY SAM VISE | FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — College Quest, a specialized two-week program for visually impaired high school students, is underway at Auburn University, running from June 14 to June 27.This free initiative is sponsored by the Alabama Department of...
Auburn News | June 27, 2024

Auburn News | June 27, 2024

Chewacla State Park to receive pollinator garden CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA STATE PARKS ALABAMA — Chewacla State Park will add a pollinator garden...

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Golden Anniversary

Golden Anniversary

The Observer would like to wish a happy anniversary to our staff photographer, Robert Noles. He and his wife Alice celebrated their 50th year...

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OPD steals the show at Burger Wars

OPD steals the show at Burger Wars

Wins Tailgater’s Crowd Favorite for third year in a row OPELIKA — Members of the Opelika Rotary Club have hosted the annual Burger Wars event in...

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