By Alison James Associate Editor A special election was planned for the city council Ward 3 seat vacated by Joey Motley, but that won’t be necessary...
Running unopposed: Dozier SmithT to fill Ward 3 council seat
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Politics Articles
Commission approves new voting machines
Photo by Daniel Chesser: Probate Judge Bill English turns on the new Model 100 voting machines implemented in Lee County for this year's elections....
Best laid plans: Opelika Planning Commission examines, debates solutions for Craftmaster, Guthrie’s buildings
The logistics of the future of the Craftmaster building continue to be an ongoing discussion for the planning commission; most recently, an...
City sets special election date
Photo by Alison James: Valeri White, Randy Causey (co-chairs of Relay For Life of Lee County) and Councilwoman Patsy Jones accept a proclamation by...
Neighborhood watches, Justice Center expansion considered by LCC
by Fred Woods Editor Criminal activity, including break-ins and burglaries, is an increasing concern to many Lee County rural residents. It is a...
News brief: Farmers Federation endorses Randy Price
Special to the Opelika Observer The Alabama Farmers Federation is endorsing local businessman Randy Price in his bid for election to the Alabama...
Commission considers controversial rezoning
By Alison James Associate Editor “We are trying too hard to build it back up to where it needs to be. I certainly don’t want liquor stores, tobacco...
City approves local television programming
By Alison James Associate Editor Opelika’s new cable and Internet service will include a channel featuring local programming after Tuesday’s city...
Commission discusses ATRIP funds
By Fred Woods Editor Four units of Lee County government submitted proposals for funding in round III of ATRIP. The state awarded the County as a...