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ACLU files federal lawsuit against CCSD, city of Valley, others

BY JOHN BRICETHE LAFAYETTE SUN VALLEY — On Tuesday, May 6, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Alabama filed a federal lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama on behalf of two LaFayette residents who claim their...
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Auburn Council punts on waste fee increase

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN – The fate of a proposed solid waste collection fee increase will remain in the balance until June 3 after the Auburn City Council on Tuesday postponed a vote on amending the city ordinance.The city has not increased its solid...
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Opelika City Council hears from residents against rezoning

BY MICHELLE KEY | PUBLISHER OPELIKA — The council held a public hearing for an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance and Map to rezone 20.1 acres of land located at 2502 Anderson Road from R-1, rural district to R-3, low-density residential, and later introduced the...
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Littleton campaigns for Smiths Station city council

CONTRIBUTED TOTHE OBSERVER SMITHS STATION — Adam Littleton, a lifelong resident of Smiths Station, small business owner and dedicated community leader, has officially announced his candidacy for City Council, Place 2. With deep roots in the city and a proven record of...
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City Council News | Nov. 5, 2024

City Council News | Nov. 5, 2024

Nov 6, 2024

Opelika to upgrade pay plans; estimated cost of $2.6 million CONTRIBUTED BY MICHELLE KEY | PUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council approved new...

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