by The Observer Staff | Mar 22, 2023 | Community, Events
CONTRIBUTED BY THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS OPELIKA — Alan Griffith, retired pastor of 34 years and recent author, addressed the March gathering of The Compassionate Friends. The monthly meeting, held at the white house of the First Presbyterian Church on the corner of...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 22, 2023 | Obituaries
Tim Jennings was born on Nov. 16, 1966, in Opelika and died on March 19, 2023. Tim graduated from Opelika High School and then entered the fire and EMS service in 1986 and retired from Lanett Fire Department in 2009. He was dedicated to helping others learn how to be...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 22, 2023 | Obituaries
Cindy Robinson Ware, 63, of Opelika, passed away peacefully with her family around her March 17, 2023, at her residence. Mrs. Ware is survived by her husband Mickey Ware; children: Shaun Maples (Maribel) and Chris Ware (Karyn); grandchildren: Alana Maples, Charlie...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 22, 2023 | Obituaries
Martha Jo Smith Dudley went to be with her Lord on March 20, 2023, at the age of 90. Throughout her life, her focus was on her family and the well-being of others. Jo had a true servant’s heart. Her most cherished title was that of “Grandmama.” Jo was born in the...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 17, 2023 | Community, Events, Featured
CONTRIBUTED BY THE SOUND WALL OPELIKA — On Friday, March 24, the Masakowski Family Band will perform two shows at The Sound Wall, located at 605 Ave. B in Opelika. The group’s appearance will be the second installment of a jazz series started by The Sound Wall Music...
