BY EMILY WRIGHTFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Each Wednesday morning, two special guests arrive at Opelika’s Spencer Cancer Center. Doris Battisti and...
Mia the therapy dog brightens spirits at Spencer Cancer Center
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The Tree
The spirit of the Lord is upon me. Isaiah 61:1 This morning these ancient words come downthrough the years and settle upon me.I watch the willow oak...
8U All Stars team to represent Phenix City in World Series
BY NOAH GRIFFITH | FOR THE OBSERVER The Phenix City West 8U All-Stars are one of three teams representing Alabama at the USSA Rec All-Star World...
Opelika to host citywide Back to School Bash
BY ELESE MCKINLEYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The third annual Back to School Bash is set for Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to noon at Covington Rec...
Schuler shares art on storefronts and through ‘live painting’ events
BY KADIE VICK | FOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Sydne Schuler, an artist whose business originated in Alex City, is moving to the Auburn/Opelika...
Grill named chair of state hospital association board
CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION ALABAMA — Laura Grill, president and CEO of East Alabama Health, has been named chair of the Alabama...
AU band director, students in D-Day parade in Normandy
BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Using his profession and talents to honor veterans, Dr. Corey Spurlin, director of the Auburn University...
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Chewacla State Park to receive pollinator garden CONTRIBUTED BY ALABAMA STATE PARKS ALABAMA — Chewacla State Park will add a pollinator garden...
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...