Politics Articles

Opelika proposal would create new rental licensing structure

Proposed ordinance removed from Sept. 15 agenda but is expected to return for future council consideration BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council was scheduled to consider an ordinance amendment during its meeting on Tuesday night that would...

Student-led hydration tour makes stop at Opelika Fire Department

BY MICHELLE KEY  PUBLISHER OPELIKA — A student-led effort to support first responders across Alabama made a stop in Opelika during the Opelika City Council’s Sept. 1 work session. Opelika Fire Chief Shane Boyd introduced Jaiden Bloodworth, a senior at Enterprise...

Housing dispute erupts at Auburn council meeting

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — The Sept. 1 Auburn City Council meeting abruptly ended nearly two hours after it began amid finger-pointing over who was to blame for the fallout surrounding the redevelopment of two aging apartment complexes.Two weeks after...

OPELIKA REVOKES TOP SHELF’S BUSINESS LICENSE

Owner closes store ahead of decision BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council adopted the city’s fiscal year 2027 budget and revoked the business license of Top Shelf Alternatives during its Sept. 1 meeting. Top Shelf license revokedThe council held...