BY HANNAH HERRERAFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — In the winter of 1943, Charlie Plott was in Italy, receiving wine from locals grateful the U.S. soldiers...
From Opelika to Italy: WWII letters tell a love story
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Moore resigns as OHS head coach
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HappyPaw Doodles welcomes new puppies, seeks two guardian homes this holiday season
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