In only 21 short months, at the close of 2022, Alabama will lose the greatest senator in our state’s history. Those of us who are political...
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Corrections officer arrested for supplying inmate with contraband
By Will FairlessAssociate Editor Sheriff Jay Jones called a press conference on Feb. 10 to announce that Lee County Sheriff’s Investigators arrested...
Governor Ivey signs three priority bills into law
Contributed by the Office of Gov. Kay Ivey Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday signed House Bill 170, sponsored by Rep. Danny Garrett (R – HD 44); House Bill...
Smiths Station City Council discusses Love Like Lexi Project
By Kayla Evansfor the Opelika Observer Smiths Station City Council met on Feb. 9 and voted to authorize Mayor F.L. “Bubba” Copeland to enter into a...
City of Auburn Mayor Ron Anders signs Black History Month proclamation
Contributed by the city of Auburn Mayor Ron Anders signed a proclamation declaring February to be Black History Month in Auburn earlier this week....
The Opelika Police Department announces several promotions
Contributed by theOpelika Police Department The Opelika Police Department is pleased to announce several promotions. Lieutenants Kenny Miller and...
Opelika City Council tables animal ordinance changes
By Michelle KeyPublisher The Opelika City Council voted unanimously to table the proposed changes to the city’s animal ordinance during last week’s...
Big Issues Facing Alabama Legislature
By Steve Flowers The 2021 legislative session has begun. It will be a monumental and difficult session. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the logistics...
Ivey talks COVID, gambling in State of State
By Will FairlessAssociate Editor Governor Kay Ivey delivered her annual State of the State address on Feb. 2. The address was broadcast live and a...