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Auburn may regulate short-term rentals

By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com The Auburn City Council held a work session on Feb. 8 to discuss short-term rental policies for the city.  The council will take formal action on the considered policies on Tuesday night during the regular council...
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Governor Ivey signs three priority bills into law

Contributed by the Officeof Governor Kay Ivey Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed House Bill 170, sponsored by Rep. Danny Garrett (R – HD 44); House Bill 192 by Rep. Bill Poole (R – HD 63); and Senate Bill 30 by Sen. Arthur Orr (R – SD 3) into law. During the...
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Trail Magic

Story By Hannah Lester Photos Contributed By Jessica Mills  Can you imagine strapping on 25-pound pack, lacing up a pair of hiking boots and heading into the woods for a six-month trip — all without ever having gone backpacking before?  That’s what...
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Auburn Council names meeting room after Jim Buston

By Hannah Lesterhlester@opelikaobserver.com  The Auburn City Council voted to renamed a meeting room in the Engineering Services Building after recently-retired City Manager Jim Buston.  The room will be named the James C. Buston, III Education and Meeting...
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Notice of Completion

Feb 11, 2016

Notice of Completion “Notice is hereby given that L & K Contracting Co., Inc. of 2932 Ross Clark Circle, Box 175, Dothan, Al.  has completed all...

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A life of love, loyalty

Jan 15, 2016

City retires police dog after 11 years of service By Rebekah Martin Associate Editor On a cold January morning, Sgt. James Daniel let his dog Kis...

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Jack LaLane, godfather of fitness

Nov 13, 2015

Jack LaLanne, who died in 2011 at age 96, was well known for his muscular physique and feats of strength, was regarded by many as “The Godfather Of...

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