Michelle Key

Opelika, United States

Editor and Publisher at Opelika Observer

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Opelika council cember among delegation visiting China

Dec 13, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE KEY, PUBLISHEROPELIKA — Todd Rauch of Opelika was recently selected by the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) for a bipartisan delegation visit to China. It’s the first time the organization has taken a group to China. ACYPL chose seven emerging leaders for this special trip to China.
Miele Manufacturing to invest $657 million in Opelika

Dec 7, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] — Miele Manufacturing Inc. is set to invest an estimated $657 million and create at least 837 full-time jobs in Opelika. During Tuesday night’s Opelika City Council meeting, the council held a public hearing pertaining to a development agreement between the city of Opelika and Miele, a Delaware corporation. The city of Opelika issued a press release regarding the development.
Opelika City Council considers rezoning

Dec 7, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE KEY | PUBLISHER OPELIKA — During Tuesday night’s Opelika City Council meeting, the council held a public hearing on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance and Map to rezone 14.22 acres of land in the 3500 block of Waverly Parkway from a R-5, high-density residential zone to a C2, GC-P, light commercial, gateway corridor primary overly district — primary zone. KageFit, a fitness and martial arts training center, is one of the proposed developments for the proposed rezoned area.
British fan attends Iron Bowl

Dec 1, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] BY ROBERT NOLES | THE OBSERVERAUBURN — The Iron Bowl may have been a heartbreak for most Auburn fans, but for at least one, just being there was a dream come true in spite of the final score. “It was so loud and colorful,” Paul Mortimer said. “The size of the stadium and the number of people is incomprehensible to an ordinary British person. We just don’t have many stadiums that hold that amount of people.
Opelika City Council recognizes city employees

Nov 16, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] — The Opelika City Council and Mayor Gary Fuller recognized the 2023 Firefighters, Police Officers and Communication Officer of the Year. Turn to B10 for photos. OTHER BUSINESSThe council held an appeal hearing for the denial of an alcohol license for Shandalika 1971 Inc. and voted to deny the appeal. The council held public hearings for weed abatement assessments for 1916 1st Ave. and 121 N.
Pharmavite set to expand its facility in Opelika; receives tax abatements, exemptions

Nov 8, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] — Pharmavite LLC has announced a $3.3 million addition to its existing facility that is located at 4701 Northpark Drive in Opelika. “Pharmavite is an exceptional company, and we are proud that they call Opelika home,” said Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller in a press release issued by the city.
Jimeno - Immigrant, American, Survivor

Nov 1, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

Local first responders honored at Valor AwardsBY MICHELLE [email protected]— The inaugural Valor Awards event presented by the Opelika Chamber of Commerce was held Thursday, Oct. 26 at The Bottling Plant Event Center in downtown Opelika. Following the meal, the guest speaker, 9/11 survivor Will Jimeno was introduced by Billy Plummer. Jimeno was a rookie police officer assigned to the Port Authority Bus Terminal on Sept. 11, 2001.
Opelika to Lease, Install Safe Haven Baby Box

Oct 18, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] —The Opelika City Council voted to approve the installation of a Safe Haven Baby Box (SHBB) during Tuesday night’s city council meeting. The SHBB will be installed on the Opelika Fire Department premises, the address of which was not disclosed at this time. The agreement includes an initial payment of $12,000 with an annual payment of $300 for a period of five years. Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller announced the reappointment of John T.
The Business of Saving Men, Women, Familes

Oct 4, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] BY EDWARD SIKORA FOR THE OBSERVERLEE COUNTY —Harvest Evangelism, home of His Place and Hosanna Home, hosted its 43rd Harvest Banquet Monday, Oct. 2, at First Baptist in Opelika. The annual event is one of the major fundraisers for the organization every year. His Place and Hosanna Home house men and women who are struggling with addiction. Founder Rick Hagans talked about the first banquet and the reason why the programs exist.
Opelika City Council Approves Annual Appropriations

Oct 4, 2023 | opelikaobserver.com | Michelle Key

BY MICHELLE [email protected] —During Tuesday night’s Opelika City Council meeting, several employees were recognized with service awards. The employees with 25 years or more of service to the city are:Anita Burton, 35 years, Opelika Public LibraryDesmond Boswell (25), Environmental ServicesKyle Burdette (25), OPD and Ronald Reese (25), OPS. Also, during the meeting a proclamation was read and presented to James (Jim) D. Powell Jr. for his work in the community.