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Still Point Clay Atelier comes to Auburn-Opelika

BY KADIE TAYLORFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Still Point Clay Atelier is opening in Auburn, with an Open House on Saturday, March 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. Locals now have a new way to explore clay, with many classes planned to provide a space for beginners and experienced...

No alcohol, no problem: Mocktail Trail highlights A-O drink scene

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER AUBURN-OPELIKA — Creating a space for everyone, the Auburn-Opelika Mocktail Trail helps connect those who are alcohol-free with drinks that they can enjoy with friends on a night out locally.“We were trying to figure out [a new trail idea]...

History is brewing: Opelika Main Street announces inaugural Downtown Opelika Coffee Crawl

CONTRIBUTED BYOPELIKA MAIN STREET OPELIKA — Get ready to sip, stroll and support local. Opelika Main Street is thrilled to announce the launch of the first-ever Downtown Opelika Coffee Crawl, taking place on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This inaugural...

Letter to the Editor: Pens rebuttal

OPINION —  I am writing to address several serious inaccuracies in Stephanie Smith’s Feb. 5, 2026 article about the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA). The claims that the AHSAA “operates in the shadows,” lacks accountability or uses its rules to...
Community Market of East Alabama

Community Market of East Alabama

BY MICHELLE KEY PUBLISHER  AUBURN — Community leaders and faith representatives gathered Tuesday, Jan. 6, to dedicate the new Community Market...

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A hometown son returns

A hometown son returns

BY DANIEL SCHMIDT THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — When Jonathan Chandler received the call, he had to pray over what would be a tough decision. He had taken...

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