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‘Advice for My Son’ is newest theme for local zine

BY LOGAN HURSTON FOR THE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — In recent years, there has been a rise in “zines,” which are mini magazines that can be made by anyone. Zines, pronounced “zeens,” are small leaflets that can fit easily into your pocket. They are crafted from one...
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Black History Month at AU includes visit by prominent poet

BY LOGAN HURSTON FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Last week, author Claudia Rankine made her way to Auburn University for some reading events put on by Auburn University’s English Department.  Rankine is an award winning author who currently resides in New York. She’s...
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Opelika Book Festival offers chance to meet authors | Event to feature author stage, book fair, writer workshops and keynote address

CONTRIBUTED BY OPELIKA PUBLIC LIBRARY OPELIKA — The second annual Opelika Book Festival will be held Feb. 22 at Opelika Public Library. Included in the festival will be a Local Author Fair, The Author Stage presented by Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers, writing workshops...
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Opelika Chamber welcomes three new team members

CONTRIBUTED BY OPELIKA CHAMBER OPELIKA — The Opelika Chamber of Commerce introduced three new professionals joining its team, each bringing unique expertise to further the Chamber’s mission of strengthening the community as the champion of business.“We are truly...
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Business of the Quarter Awarded

Business of the Quarter Awarded

Apr 12, 2023

BY HANNAH LESTERHLESTER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM LEE COUNTY — Over conversation, between sips of coffee and bites of biscuit, one local company was...

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Family Fun Makes a Difference

Family Fun Makes a Difference

Apr 12, 2023

BY HANNAH LESTER HLESTER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM BEULAH — Beulah Family Fun Day is just that — fun. And fun for the whole family, too. The event is...

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