Special to the Opelika Observer Last week, Congressman Mike Rogers issued a statement after his legislation text, H.R. 4577, the Domestic Explosive...
Mike Rogers shares thoughts on passage of H.R. 4577
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Politics Articles
Candidate introduction: Brian Roberson for LCBOE District 7
By Brian Roberson Special to the Opelika Observer I was born in Columbus on Feb. 4, 1974. My family and I moved to Phenix City, Alabama, in 1984 and...
Nancy Bendinger looks to promote change in District 27
By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Attracting large industries to invest in the area through increased training and vocational program, fighting for...
Merrill announces initiative to help visually impaired voters
Special to the Opelika Observer Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill announced a new initiative by his office last week to help Alabama voters...
Gov. Kay Ivey awards $1.89 million in grants to prevent violence, elder abuse
Special to the Opelika Observer On Friday, Gov. Kay Ivey awarded $1.89 million in grants to support organizations and programs that help victims of...
Report from Washington: What’s happening across East Alabama?
By Mike Rogers Every August, Congress takes a District Work Period so members have extra time to spend across their congressional district. Although...
Lee County Commission continue discussion on Lee Road 79
By Michelle Key Editor In Monday night's Lee County Commission meeting, commissioners continued discussion of Lee Road 79. Several residents of Lee...
Price promises ‘common-sense approach’ if elected
By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Lee County businessman and cattle farmer Randy Price is looking to employ a “common-sense approach” to leadership...
Robert Ham selected to serve on 2018-19 ACCA Board of Directors
Special to the Opelika Observer Lee County Commissioner Robert Ham has been selected to serve as a member of the Association of County Commissions...