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SNOPELIKA photos and more | Dec. 6, 2024

The city of Opelika held the inaugural lighting of its new 72-foot Christmas tree — the largest in the state of Alabama — during SNOPELIKA festivities on Friday, Dec. 6. The tree is adorned with 1,058 individual branches, 4,232 ornaments and 106,200 LED lights and is...
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‘The Longest Table’ dishes out comfort and community

Pictured above, volunteers once again hosted The Longest Table, a free, hearty meal for the community held on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Approximately 500 community members turned out for his year’s event and 50 meals were delivered to first responders. Food...
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About that tree …

The Christmas tree debate — real or artificial? BY ANITA STIEFELEDITOR@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM EAST ALABAMA — According to the American Christmas Tree Association's (ACTA) 2024 Consumer Report, 99% of consumers surveyed intend to display at least one Christmas tree in...
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Sante Wine Bar & Shoppe open in Opelika

BY MALLORIE MCCOY FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The newest hot spot for wine lovers, Sante Wine Bar and Shoppe, opened its doors on Nov. 20. The French-themed business is located on 113 S. 9th St. in Opelika.After a 12-year long friendship, co-owners Chris Tomlinson and...
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