Politics Articles

Lee County Commission changes polling location

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGER THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — During the Monday, June 29, Lee County Commission meeting, the commission voted to change the polling place at the Beulah Fire Station No 3 to the Rocky Mount Baptist Church. John “Red” Millander has been running...

Council clears way for Noble Hall restoration

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — A plot of land in north Auburn that was originally gifted to Auburn University could soon become the site of an extensive renovation project and a major developer’s residence.That proposal, known as Noble Hall Plantation,...

Wilkins announces run for Mayor of Auburn

CONTRIBUTED BY ROBERT WILKINS AUBURN — On June 9, I, Robert Wilkins, officially filed the proper forms to run for mayor of Auburn in the municipal election that will be held in 11 weeks, on Aug. 25.Today marks the dawn of a citizens-first era in our city.For too long,...

Commission approves request for EMS

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGERHGOLDFINGER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission approved a budget adjustment to its Emergency Medical Services contract during its meeting Monday, June 8.The adjustment comes after a request was made during the May 26...