As part of a program with a championship pedigree, the No. 8 LaFayette High School boys basketball team looked to claim a state title of their own against No. 4 Section High School. Instead, the ...

A local physician has proposed opening a pediatric and wellness clinic — a project that would bring a new medical service to ...

The City Manager [along] with our Council and Mayor have ignored the rights of the Auburn Citizens’ for too long.

As the Opelika Public Library announces programs for 2026, leadership is reflecting on 2025 and the community impact provided ...

Local law enforcement leaders met with the Lee County community Monday, March 2, to answer questions and discuss ways law ...

As one of the best teams in program history, the No. 5 Auburn High School girls’ basketball team met No. 3 Bob Jones High ...

Author Sarah Penner shares her journey to writing BY LANDI RUTLEDGEFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — On Thursday, Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m., Sarah Penner was the keynote speaker for the Third Annual Opelika Book ...

By Alexxia Littleton FOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Wild Wing Cafe will re-open its doors under new management, bringing a fresh perspective and endless finger foods to Opelika. Music, food and fun are ...

Stuart Mills scored the go-ahead run in the bottom of the fifth inning before recording an RBI and another run in the sixth, leading Auburn High School to a 6-2 home opener win over Headland High ...

LUNCH AT THE CHAMBERThe Opelika Chamber is hosting “Lunch at the Chamber,” a weekly food truck and pop-up vendor event held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Monday at 200 S. Sixth St., Opelika. The event ...

The Beauregard High School girls’ and boys’ soccer teams both earned convincing road victories over Beulah High School on Feb. 26. The Lady Hornets (1-3) scored three goals in the opening 12 minutes ...