Special to theOpelika Observer Ahead of the July 14 Primary Runoff Election, Secretary Merrill reminds Alabama voters that there are 30 days...
22 days left to apply for an ab-sentee ballot for primary runoff elec-tion
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Smiths Station City Council proclaim June 4 as ‘Smiths Station Unity Walk Day’
Special to theOpelika Observer Mayor F.L. “Bubba” Copeland and the Smiths Station City Council signed a proclamation during Tuesday night’s meeting...
The time to listen: 20-year-old running for Opelika City Council
By Wil CrewsOpelika Observer “When I was younger, I found it true about myself that I loved public service,” said Jamie Lowe, the 20-year-old...
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist community agencies in COVID-19 recovery
Special to theOpelika ObserverFrom the officeof the Governor Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $17 million to provide relief for Alabamians who...
Inside the Statehouse Why George Wallace said “No” to U.S. Senate
My next book on Alabama politics will expound on who I believe have been the top 60 political leaders in Alabama over the past 60 years. More than...
Spending Rules for PPP Loans Changed by Congress
Special to theOpelika Observer Congress has passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, HR 7010, a bill supported by the...
Lee County Commission receives complaint on COVID-19 policy
By Michelle KeyPublisher The Lee County Commissioners met Monday night for their regularly scheduled meeting. During the meeting the commissioners...
The Republican Women of East Alabama organization holds virtual meeting
By Natalie AndersonStaff Reporter Last Tuesday, the Republican Women of East Alabama met virtually to conduct their regularly scheduled June...
Local citizens voice concern regarding recent events across the nation
By Natalie AndersonStaff Reporter During last Tuesday’s Opelika City Council meeting, the board heard from concerned residents about a range of...