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Parsons announces intent to seek third term on Auburn Council

CONTRIBUTED BY THE RE-ELECT BOB PARSONS CAMPAIGN AUBURN — Auburn has been my home for many years, and serving Ward 6 on the Auburn City Council has been a privilege. Over the past eight years, I have worked to listen to residents, be available when needed, share as...
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Auburn approves $1.52 million drainage project

BY DANIEL SCHMIDTTHE OBSERVER AUBURN — A substantial drainage infrastructure project expected to disrupt nearby residents will move forward after the Auburn City Council on Tuesday approved a $1.52 million construction contract.The project, to be performed by JLD...
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Opelika approves nearly $1.9 million in equipment, road projects

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — The Opelika City Council on Tuesday approved a series of expenditures and agreements, including a $688,879 purchase of Tasers and related equipment for the Opelika Police Department and a $1.22 million contract for improvements to...
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County Commission continues to hear complaints about trash service

BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — Road projects and infrastructure improvements were among the items approved by the Lee County Commission during its May 26 meeting. Commissioners approved an intergovernmental funding agreement for work on Lee Road 242, accepted...
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