Politics Articles

Opelika Council seeks legal counsel on variance issued in 80s

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — During Opelika City Council’s meeting on Tuesday night, the council approved a resolution authorizing an engagement letter with Gordon, Dana & Gilmore LLC for professional services related to a variance or nonconforming use for...

Doug Cannon announces candidacy for Alabama State Senate, District 27

CONTRIBUTED BY DOUG CANNON FOR STATESENATE DISTRICT 27 AUBURN — Doug Cannon has officially announced his candidacy for the Alabama State Senate, District 27 after thoughtful prayer, discussions with his family and careful consideration.“I’m a conservative Republican...

Opelika marks continued success of OLWD program

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — The city of Opelika, in partnership with local businesses, educational institutions and community stakeholders, is proud to highlight the continued success of the Opelika Latino Workforce Development (OLWD) program — a...

Auburn council approves traffic study

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTFOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — The city of Auburn will soon learn where it must pay attention to its roads after the Auburn City Council on Dec. 16 approved a sweeping traffic study intended to guide development and infrastructure decisions moving...