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Opelika City Council Signs Proclamation Honoring Local Man

BY MICHELLE KEY MICHELLE@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller and the Opelika City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Billy Edwards for his work with Keep Opelika Beautiful. Edwards' volunteer service includes the Opelika Tree Commission and...

When Jimmy Carter Left the Southern Baptists

OPINION — As former President Jimmy Carter remains in hospice and in people’s prayers, a lesser-known episode of his life is worth a relook. In October 2000, he left the Southern Baptist Convention because of an ideological split. Carter had several differences with...

Sen. Katie Britt Is Helping Advance Smart Clean Energy Policy

CONTRIBUTED BY STATE REP. DEBBIE WOOD OPINION — As one of the state representatives for Chambers and Lee counties, I understand the important role the businesses along East Alabama play in supporting our state and national economy. From manufacturing and health care...

Opelika to Host Memorial Day Services May 29

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF OPELIKA OPELIKA —  The city of Opelika will host Memorial Day Services on May 29, 2023. The event will honor and remember military heroes who fought for our country’s freedom. And we will show support for the families who lost loved...
Inside the Statehouse

Inside the Statehouse

Special Alabamians By Steve Flowers OPINION — Under the title “Alabama is a Big Front Porch,” made famous by the legendary Alabama storyteller...

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Lounge To Come

Lounge To Come

BY HANNAH LESTER HLESTER@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM AUBURN — Auburn  has a new lounge on the way — The Session. 157 E. Magnolia Ave. will soon serve...

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