Politics Articles

Southern Union thanks lawmakers for support

BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER OPELKA — Southern Union State Community College Executive Director of Advancement and Community Relations Gretchen VanValkenburg welcomed guests to the Oct. 21 Legislative Appreciation Luncheon.“We're just thrilled to have so many people...

District 38 candidate forum held Oct. 8

BY KADIE TAYLOR | THE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — The Alabama House District 38 Meet and Greet was held Oct. 8, giving residents the opportunity to hear from the Republican candidates they will vote for on Oct. 21.“Thank you to all three panelists,” said Cole Lawson,...

John Jacobs announces campaign for Alabama House District 37

CONTRIBUTED BY JACOBS CAMPAIGN WOODLAND, Ala. — John Jacobs, a lifelong educator, community leader and conservative Republican, announced his candidacy for Alabama House District 37, which covers portions of Chambers and Lee counties.With a 40-year career in public...

Tunnels to Tower 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit a success

Photo caption: DJ Ross, from Beauregard High School, won first place in Shot put at the State competition. He also took second in the relay team and third place in the 100m. PHOTO BY HANNAH GOLDFINGER | FOR THE OBSERVER BY HANNAH GOLDFINGERFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY...

Britt re-introduces bill requiring use of female crash test dummies

Apr 14, 2025

CONTRIBUTED BY SEN. KATIE BRITT WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and several of their colleagues...

Tuberville sponsors nut bill

Apr 14, 2025

CONTRIBUTED BY SEN. TOMMY TUBERVILLE WASHINGTON, D.C. — Legislation that would make pecans and other tree nuts eligible for the USDA’s Senior...

Tuberville bill would abolish TSA, privatize airport security

Apr 14, 2025

CONTRIBUTED BY SEN. TOMMY TUBERVILLE WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Abolish TSA Act,...

Birmingham businessman launches Senate campaign | Larriett announces candidacy for Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s seat in U.S. Senate

Apr 14, 2025

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER BIRMINGHAM—Dakarai Larriett, a successful entrepreneur and community activist, has officially announced his candidacy...

‘Hands Off’ protest held in Opelika

Apr 14, 2025

BY MICHAELA YIELDING FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Hundreds of citizens met at the Andrews Federal Building on Avenue A in Opelika on April 5 to...

Opelika City Council discusses Springwood

Mar 18, 2025

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — During the work session prior to Tuesday night’s city council meeting, City Building Inspector Jeff Kappelman and...