OHS, Samford Cannon Foundation encourage student philanthropy
BY KADIE TAYLORTHE OBSERVER EAST ALABAMA — The Philanthropy 2026 Luncheon was hosted at the Nonprofit Center of East Alabama on June 18. Sponsored by the S...
Jun 23, 2026Open source
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Profiles Of Valor: COL Robert Howard (USA)
Robert Lewis Howard was a native of Opelika, Al. When he was a child, his father, Charles, and an uncle were drafted into World War II, both becoming paratro...
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Kylie Hogue is new director of the Museum of East Alabama
BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — Surrounded by more than 5,000 artifacts, Kylie Hogue, the new executive director of the Museum of East Alabama in...
Jun 16, 2026Open source
Rooted in service: Opelika honors Jim Sikes
BY MICHELLE KEYPUBLISHER OPELIKA — Friends, family members, fellow musicians and community leaders gathered at the Barbara Patton Southside Center for the...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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FBI urges public to report health care fraud as Department of Justice announces national takedown
A Phenix City man agreed to pay $300,000 to settle federal allegations that his company billed Alabama Medicaid for services never provided, as the FBI's Bir...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Braves legend Hank Louis Aaron: The Ultimate All-Star
Hammerin’ Hank Aaron, the quiet slugger from Mobile, Alabama, the man who shattered Babe Ruth’s career home run record of 715 home runs in 1974, played i...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Fourth of July runners across Alabama face dangerous heat conditions
Races are scheduled across the state Saturday morning, but dangerous heat and humidity are prompting organizers to urge runners to prepare early and know whe...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Jackson Hospital announces “verbal” agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield to keep the hospital open
Jackson Hospital posted on social media Friday that it has reached an agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, which will allow the financially-trou...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Heart of Alabama Food Bank urging families to cut food waste this Fourth of July
As families fire up the grill and stock up for Fourth of July cookouts, the Heart of Alabama Food Bank is reminding people that holiday celebrations can come...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Multiple airports across central Alabama to receive upgrades through Federal Aviation Administration grants
In total, six different airports across central Alabama will receive upgrades through the grants provided.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
USDA kills 550 geese at request of neighborhood’s HOA because of overpopulation
More than 500 geese were killed this week as part of a planned cull to address an overpopulation problem in a neighborhood in Alabama.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Ramer man dies in Lowndes County crash
A Ramer man died in a Thursday night crash in Lowndes County, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Legend Smith Had One Of Best Minor League Relief Pitching Seasons Ever
Brian Smith, Hagerstown Suns, 1995 By Mike London Salisbury Post HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The heat index in Huntsville, Alabama was 105 degrees on Wednesda...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Dobson visits young Republicans
Caroleene Dobson visited the Tallapoosa County Young Republicans last week and spelled out to the group what she believed to be the most important thing she...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
ALEA urge for safe boating, water practices for upcoming holiday weekend
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency warns boaters to stay safe and follow the law this holiday weekend.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alabama Man Hit With 'Karma' After Allegedly Killing Girlfriend And Dying of Heart Attack
The Alabama man suspected of strangling his girlfriend to death and then dying of an apparent heart attack while disposing of her body got hit with some majo...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Colton Nussmeier: The future Bulldog’s dad is an NFL offensive coordinator
Doug Nussmeier has spent 11 years as an NFL assistant and even worked with Kirby Smart at Alabama.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Shark attack on Alabama teen inspires the start of a national alert system
Lulu Gribbin was 15 when she survived a shark attack off the coast of Florida. She lost her left hand, part of her right leg and almost her life.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Federal court ruling on Alabama prison mental health care could lower staffing requirements
The 11th Circuit reverses some of the federal court's order, including the staffing levels the federal court originally required.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Flomaton fireworks store sales skyrocket ahead of Fourth of July
The family-owned Alabama Fireworks reports strong sales and a growing number of new customers alongside its regulars.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Heat index around 110° before more stronger storms Thursday
The heat index this afternoon will range from 105 to 112 degrees. Today does bring the potential of seeing widely scattered downpours and storms developing d...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Heat, humidity and storms continue into the weekend
Chief Meteorologist and Severe Weather Expert Jeff Castle is no stranger to North Alabama weather. Prior to joining the WAAY 31 Stormtracker Weather Team in...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
America 250: Why Revolutionary War vets chose Madison County after the war
At least 100 Revolutionary War veterans are buried in Madison County, Alabama, and local descendants and DAR members say many came after the war for cheaper...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Opelika is in Lee County, Alabama.
Region: Central Alabama
ZIP Codes
36801, 36802, 36803, 36804
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Braves legend Hank Louis Aaron: The Ultimate All-Star
Hammerin’ Hank Aaron, the quiet slugger from Mobile, Alabama, the man who shattered Babe Ruth’s career home run record of 715 home runs in 1974, played i...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Fourth of July runners across Alabama face dangerous heat conditions
Races are scheduled across the state Saturday morning, but dangerous heat and humidity are prompting organizers to urge runners to prepare early and know whe...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Jackson Hospital announces “verbal” agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield to keep the hospital open
Jackson Hospital posted on social media Friday that it has reached an agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, which will allow the financially-trou...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Heart of Alabama Food Bank urging families to cut food waste this Fourth of July
As families fire up the grill and stock up for Fourth of July cookouts, the Heart of Alabama Food Bank is reminding people that holiday celebrations can come...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Multiple airports across central Alabama to receive upgrades through Federal Aviation Administration grants
In total, six different airports across central Alabama will receive upgrades through the grants provided.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
USDA kills 550 geese at request of neighborhood’s HOA because of overpopulation
More than 500 geese were killed this week as part of a planned cull to address an overpopulation problem in a neighborhood in Alabama.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Ramer man dies in Lowndes County crash
A Ramer man died in a Thursday night crash in Lowndes County, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Legend Smith Had One Of Best Minor League Relief Pitching Seasons Ever
Brian Smith, Hagerstown Suns, 1995 By Mike London Salisbury Post HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The heat index in Huntsville, Alabama was 105 degrees on Wednesda...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Dobson visits young Republicans
Caroleene Dobson visited the Tallapoosa County Young Republicans last week and spelled out to the group what she believed to be the most important thing she...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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