by The Observer Staff | May 3, 2023 | Obituaries
William “Bill” Freeman Horsley passed away April 27, 2023, in Opelika, after a short illness at the age of 83. Bill was the son of Robert and Ellen Horsley of Opelika. He is survived by Marilyn Horsley, his wife of 30 years; Stewart Horsley (son); Ellen...
by The Observer Staff | May 1, 2023 | Community, Featured
CONTRIBUTED BY THE OPELIKA POLICE DEPARTMENT (OPD) OPELIKA — The Opelika Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying an unknown homicide victim from a 33-year-old cold case. On September 22, 1990, the body of a young black male was recovered...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 27, 2023 | Community, Events, Featured
BY MICHELLE KEY MICHELLE@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — A prayer circle formed in front of the fountain in Opelika’s Courthouse Square late Monday afternoon as community members gathered to offer up prayers for the healing of the victims of the Dadeville...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 27, 2023 | Community, Events
CONTRIBUTED BYLEE COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE LEE COUNTY — Lee County’s Relay for Life, a community event to raise money and support those fighting cancer, is set for Friday, April 28, at 6 p.m. around the Lee County Courthouse Square in downtown Opelika. This year’s theme...
by The Observer Staff | Apr 27, 2023 | Community
CONTRIBUTED BYEAST ALABAMA HEALTH OPELIKA — April was a busy month at East Alabama Health (EAH). EAH EMPLOYEES EARN FELLOWSHIPS, RECOGNITION FROM NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Three East Alabama Health employees have been recognized for their exceptional commitment and...
