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Worthy2 — Second chances where they’re needed most

BY ALEXANDER GALLOWAYFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Human trafficking can and does occur everywhere, even in Alabama communities, and the trauma faced by victims of commercial sex trafficking can make returning to everyday life difficult. But there is hope for...

Jimmy Carter — A president at peace

CONTRIBUTED BYTHE CARTER CENTER ATLANTA — Jimmy Carter, 39th president of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died peacefully Sunday, Dec. 29, at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. He was 100, the longest-lived president in...

The Loveliest Gingerbread Village on the Plains

Auburn Hey Day Market again captivated visitors with its Gingerbread Village display. PHOTOS BY ED SIKORA | FOR THE OBSERVER
OT times 4: AU wins 43-41

OT times 4: AU wins 43-41

The Tigers dominated the first half, then the Aggies tied things up forcing four overtimes. PHOTOS BY ROBERT NOLES BY BRANDON HUGHES FOR THE...

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