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Indoor play facility to offer Funtastic time

BY MICHAELA YIELDING FOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN/OPELIKA — Opening soon in March is Funtastic, an indoor play facility located at 2550 Pepperell Parkway for children ages one and up.Though most envision the playrooms of fast-food chains when thinking about indoor play...

Making the Grade | 1856 — A Culinary Residence

BY STACEY WALLACE As a two-time graduate of Auburn University, I am proud of my alma mater’s many recognitions. For example, “Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama, is ranked No. 1 in the state,” according to U.S. News & World Report. In addition, the magazine said...

OPD’s 20 Under 20 introduces teens to public safety careers

BY LOGAN HURSTON FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The Opelika Police Department has an exciting opportunity for teenagers looking to help their community. In 2022, the department began its 20 Under 20 student exploratory program, which teaches students ages 15 to 20 what it...
Entertainment Events

Entertainment Events

Gouge to feature the Gryphon Trio, Ballet Hispánico CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN —The Jay and Susie Gouge Performing Arts Center at Auburn...

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Scam Alerts

Scam Alerts

Alabama DHR Addresses Increase in EBT Fraud and Cautions Clients Against Continued Phone Scams CONTRIBUTED BY STATE OF ALABAMA DHR MONTGOMERY, Ala....

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Sean of the South | Nov. 27, 2024

Sean of the South | Nov. 27, 2024

Giving Thanks OPINION — This is Maria’s story. Why she entrusted it to a hapless columnist like myself is beyond me. Either way, our story begins in...

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