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Life As A Respiratory Therapist

Story By Natalie SalvatorePhotos Contributed By John Atkinson  One compassionate healthcare professional at the East Alabama Medical Center understands what it means to persevere during trying times. This January, Tracy Hamby is celebrating her 17th anniversary...

Reinvest In Your Community

Story By Hannah LesterPhotos By Robert Noles and Hannah Lester Holidays bring families together — and they should bring communities together, too.  Behind the counter at Auburn Oil Co Bookstore are members of the Auburn community. The bookstore is located in the...

A Christmas Tree Tradition

Story By Will Crews Photos By Robert Noles And Contributed by Gilbert's Christmas Tree Farm Ray Gilbert bought his first Christmas trees in 1983. They were Virginia Pines. Five years later — after giving the trees time to grow — he made his first sale. Now, Gilbert...

Wreaths For Our Fallen

Story By Will FairlessPhotos Contributed By Wreaths Across America Wreaths will still be laid on the tombstones at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery this year, although the community-sponsored event will be closed to the public. Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit...
Parade In Reverse

Parade In Reverse

By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com This weekend, hit up two Christmas parades to really get into the spirit. The Opelika Christmas Parade...

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Far From Ordinary

Far From Ordinary

Story By Wil CrewsPhotos By Robert Noles President Lyndon B. Johnson was given broad authority to increase U.S military presence in Vietnam in Aug....

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“This is for everybody”

“This is for everybody”

Story By Hannah LesterPhotos By Robert Noles If you’re looking for supplements, herbs and organic food, you’ll no longer find it in the little green...

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