By Greg Markley For the Opelika Observer Thomas Jefferson said, “I cannot live without books.” But most students today trade in their books for cash as soon as the semester ends. Students at public schools like Auburn University and Southern Union often need the money...

By Dev Wakeley Special to the Opelika Observer No matter how you feel about the death penalty, all Alabamians should be troubled by at least one aspect of Christopher Price’s execution last month. The state killed Price even though the 12 jurors who convicted him...

By Samuel Moore-Sobel Howard Stern is a changed man. Or that is at least what he is claiming as he touts his new book, “Howard Stern Comes Again.” I, for one, have never listened to Howard Stern’s radio show, although his reputation certainly precedes him. His fame...

Have you had a reason to go to any of the local cemeteries? Lost a friend or loved one lately? Maybe you should take a tour of these historic sites and see how they look and what shape the grounds are kept. There are only 3 or 4 employees to maintain 3 cemeteries....