By Norma J. Kirkpatrick Guest columnist I was born in the South many years ago, and though I have lived in eight states and two foreign countries, I...
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Your view: Misconceptions thrive about spay/neuter bill
Dear Editor: Lately, several articles regarding the spay and neuter clinic in Montgomery have been published. Is there is a misconception...
Our view: Support those with autism
According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 1 in 68 children are affected by it. It occurs in all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups....
Letter to the editor: Response to HB141 support
Dear editor, In response to Mrs. Bobbi Yeo’s column in the O-A News Sunday’s paper, dated March 9, 2014, “Encourage our Senators to pass HB141,” I...
Our view: Government of the people, for the people, by the people?
“Government of the people, for the people, by the people.” Remember these words, guys and gals? Remember something else, too. Think about: “Oh what...
Our View- Thanks to all for participation in Fans’ Favorite 15
Ever since the ancient Greeks began those organized games in Olympia in the eighth century, B.C., public bodies have recognized the importance of...
Letter to the editor – my mayoral report on charitable giving
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...
Thank you for ‘breath of fresh air’ in local news coverage
Dear Editor, I want to tell you how much I have enjoyed your profiles of people who have made significant contributions to our local area....
‘It was wonderful to be remembered in ongoing athlete feature’
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...