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EMA continues to grow

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGERFOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission met Monday night to approve several subdivisions moving forward and other improvements for the county.It also heard a report from Lee County EMA Director Rita Smith on how the Lee County...
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New era of hospitality breaks ground in downtown Auburn

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Last week, the AC Hotel by Marriott Auburn had its groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its future home, right off North Gay Street in downtown Auburn. The event marked a significant milestone in the development of this upscale...
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City of Opelika opens European office

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The city of Opelika announced its collaboration with The Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) in establishing its European office. Located at Kurfuerstendamm in central Berlin, this office serves as a strategic...
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Alabama State Senator presents donation to Opelika High School

Alabama State Sen. Randy Price presented a check for $28,000 to Opelika High School earlier this week. The check was earmarked for the school's band, choir and the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Club. Pictured in the center is Opelika City Schools Superintendent...
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Lounge To Come

Lounge To Come

Aug 17, 2022

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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LCDC To Discuss Elections

LCDC To Discuss Elections

Aug 17, 2022

CONTRIBUTED BY LCDC AUBURN — The Lee County Democratic Club (LCDC) will host a gathering on Thursday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. to celebrate the recent...

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LCDC To Discuss Elections

ALGOP Condems Mar-a-Lago Raid

Aug 17, 2022

CONTRIBUTED BY ALGOP OPINION — Members of the Alabama Republican Party passed a resolution condemning the Biden Administration for the F.B.I. raid...

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The Value of Education

The Value of Education

Aug 17, 2022

CONTRIBUTED TOTHE OBSERVER OPINION — Throughout the years, I always told my sons and the players I coached that this country...

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LCDC To Discuss Elections

Intimidating Driving is a Crime

Aug 10, 2022

According to many U.S. law dictionaries, the word “intimidation” is defined as the act of frightening or threatening someone in order to force them...

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