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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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Groups file suit to block new law against voter assistance

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER ALABAMA — A coalition of civil rights, voting rights and disability rights organizations filed a lawsuit challenging Alabama’s Senate Bill 1 (SB1), which was signed by Gov. Kay Ivey on March 20. The law, set to take effect on Oct. 1 ahead...
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Inside the Statehouse

Inside the Statehouse

Feb 17, 2022

By Steve Flowers Significance of Trump Endorsements in Alabama Races Former President Donald Trump was a very-popular president with Alabama...

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Honoring Lucy Kirk

Honoring Lucy Kirk

Feb 17, 2022

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller and the city council issued a proclamation of appreciation during Tuesday night’s city council...

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Marshall Calls for Resignation of U.S. Homeland Security Secretary

Auburn Forms Art Study Group

Feb 17, 2022

BY HANNAH LESTER The city of Auburn is in the process of forming an art-related study group, which will look at changing the zoning ordinances in...

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