Politics Articles

Opelika to hold public hearing on proposed planning moratorium Feb. 3

Moratorium would pause certain new residential approvals and more OPELIKA -The Opelika City Council will consider a proposed one-yearPlanning moratorium at its Feb. 3, meeting as part of a proactiveeffort to evaluate the city’s rapid residential growth and ensure...

Lee County Coroner Daniel Sexton announces re-election bid

CONTRIBUTED BY LEE COUNTY CORONER’S CAMPAIGN LEE COUNTY — After more than two decades of dedicated public service to Lee County, Coroner Daniel Sexton today announced his candidacy for re-election in the 2026 election cycle. He began his service to Lee County 21 years...

Shepherd to seek county commission seat, District 2

CONTRIBUTED LEE COUNTY — Angela Shepherd announced her candidacy today by qualifying for the Lee County Commission, District 2.It will be Shepherd’s first run for public office. While she is a political outsider, she is no newcomer to advocating for what’s best for...

Resurfacing Project planned for Lee Road 427

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission approved all items on its agenda during its regular meeting held Jan. 26, including actions related to subdivision plats, budget adjustments, land leases and road resurfacing projects.The Lee County...