Politics Articles

1,000 Days and Counting

BY WIL CREWS SPORTSCREWS@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM AUBURN — A small group of individuals have held a daily vigil for racial and social justice on Toomer’s Corner in Auburn since the summer of 2020. “We are reminding ourselves that these aren’t just things we come out to...

Inside the Statehouse

Three Great Alabama Preachers OPINION — Many of you may be surprised to know that politicians and preachers are often friends while on earth. They actually run in the same circles in their communities as well as around the state. It has been my pleasure to have known...

She’s My Hero …

BY MICHELLE KEY MICHELLE@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA  — The Opelika City Council and Mayor Gary Fuller recognized Oniece Starks, Thomasine Smith and Brandon Littles (not in attendance at the meeting) for their efforts in assisting an individual that was lying on...

Auburn Considers Board Vacancies

BY MICHELLE KEY MICHELLE@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM AUBURN — During the regularly scheduled meeting of the Auburn City Council on Feb. 21, two board vacancies were announced as being open for nominees. There are two vacancies to the East Alabama Mental Health Board with...
Democrats Have Strong Response to Ivey’s State of the State Address

Sen. Richard Shelby to retire

Contributed by the Ala. Republican Party Alabama Republican Party Chairman Terry Lathan issued the following statement following U.S. Sen. Richard...

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Shady Grove Quarry update

Shady Grove Quarry update

Creekwood pens letters to Judge English, Protect Beulah responds By Will FairlessAssociate Editor Creekwood Resources, LLC sent a letter on Jan. 22...

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Legislative Session Begins

Legislative Session Begins

By Steve Flowers As the 2021 Regular Legislative Session begins, you will see new leadership in the state Senate. Republicans dominate both...

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