Editorial Board Articles

By Fred Woods Editor Who among us has not been annoyed by loud noises emanating from radios in cars on the street, from late-night parties down the...

“Recycling Works in East Alabama.” Or so says the radio advertisement of the East Alabama Recycling Partnership. But apparently not in the city of...

Last week was not a good week for the Opelika Observer family. We lost two of our owners. Worse yet, we – along with the entire Opelika community –...

“Government of the people, for the people, by the people.” Remember these words, guys and gals? Remember something else, too. Think about: “Oh what...

Ever since the ancient Greeks began those organized games in Olympia in the eighth century, B.C., public bodies have recognized the importance of...

Dear editor,   On Feb. 19, 2008, the Opelika City Council voted to change their salary and the mayor’s salary when the new term of office began...

Editor’s note: Robert Boland’s name was included in the “observer’s” list of great Opelika athletes.   Dear editor, I was a member of the class...

Monday is Veterans Day. That’s the special day we have designated to thank all the men and women who have served our country in its armed services....