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Georgia’s Two “Political Pariahs” Now Seen as Tenacious Wise Men

OPINION — Two state constitutional officers in Georgia had the gumption to challenge President Donald Trump over the electoral fraud he was claiming in late 2020. These men faced political oblivion after rejecting Trump’s corrupt overtures. So said political writers...

Anders Celebrates Positive Growth, Change in State of City Address

BY KENDYL HOLLINGSWORTH KENDYLH@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM AUBURN — There are many milestones to celebrate and upgrades to anticipate in coming years, according to Auburn Mayor Ron Anders. In his fourth annual State of the City address, held Nov. 16 at the Jay and Susie...

Lee County Seeks Residents’ Input On Broadband Availability

CONTRIBUTED BYTHE IAC LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission is asking residents to complete a short survey about their experience with the coverage and quality of broadband services in the county. Businesses and residents who complete the survey will provide valuable...

Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller Earns Prestigious CMO Emeritus Designation

CONTRIBUTED BYTHE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA — Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller has earned the prestigious professional designation of Certified Municipal Official (CMO) Emeritus, a highly regarded honor awarded to officials who have excelled beyond the requirements of the...

Brandon Fincher announces intention to run for Councilman of Ward 5

Brandon Fincher announces intention to run for Councilman of Ward 5

Jul 15, 2020

Special to theOpelika Observer Fincher believes this is a critical time for the city to make decisions that will promote sustainable growth and...

Hopeful mayoral candidate hosts community meeting for Ward 2

Hopeful mayoral candidate hosts community meeting for Ward 2

Jul 15, 2020

By Wil CrewsOpelika Observer Last Thursday, Opelika Ward 2 City Council member Tiffany Gibson-Pitts led an online community meeting to discuss...

Michael Carter to campaign for Ward 3

Michael Carter to campaign for Ward 3

Jul 15, 2020

“Let’s Serve Opelika Together” Special to theOpelika Observer Michael D. Carter proudly announced his candidacy for the 2020 elections for Ward 3 of...

Coach Tuberville declared winner of Alabama Senate Primary Runoff election

Coach Tuberville declared winner of Alabama Senate Primary Runoff election

Jul 14, 2020

By Wil CrewsOpelika Observer Former Auburn football coach and political newcomer Tommy Tuberville has won the Republican nomination for Alabama U.S...

Hopeful mayoral candidate hosts community meeting for Ward 2

Opelika Mayor and City Council election information

Jul 9, 2020

By the Opelika Observer Staff For your convenience the we have compiled this list of current candidates for the mayoral and city council races....

Inside the Statehouse

Inside the Statehouse

Jul 7, 2020

Senate and congressional runoffs next week Believe or not, coronavirus notwithstanding, we have three important GOP runoffs next Tuesday. You will...

Chuck Adams announces run for Ward 5 seat

Chuck Adams announces run for Ward 5 seat

Jul 7, 2020

Pastor looking to keep Opelika safe, healthy and prosperous By Will FairlessAssociate Editor Chuck Adams, student minister and associate pastor at...

Hopeful mayoral candidate hosts community meeting for Ward 2

Alabama Primary Runoff election is July 14

Jul 7, 2020

By Will FairlessAssociate Editor The Alabama Primary Runoff election will be held on July 14 and Lee County has two races on the Republican ballot....

Todd Rauch qualifies as candidate for Opelika City Council Ward 5

Todd Rauch qualifies as candidate for Opelika City Council Ward 5

Jul 7, 2020

Wounded veteran dedicated to Opelika’s future launches campaign to overwhelming support. Special to theOpelika Observer Today, U.S. Army veteran and...

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