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Bama Tracker compiles COVID-19 data for Alabama

By Chris Divelbiss | Writer | March 5

David Marconnet created Bama Tracker to compile the state's COVID-19 data starting in March 2020.

EAMC to require masks after statewide mandate ends

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | March 5

Following Gov. Kay Ivey’s announcement that the state’s mask requirement will expire for good on April 9, East Alabama Medical Center said that masks will still be required inside its hospitals and facilities in Opelika and Valley, Alabama.

Ivey extends Safer At Home Order through April 9

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | March 4

Ivey included a mask mandate in the extended Safer At Home Order, promising that it will be removed after April 9.

Council debates addressing citizens' concerns during Council meetings

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | March 2

  During Tuesday night's City Council meeting, the Council discussed providing answers at the time they are asked by residents during Citizens' Open Forum.

Dessert cafe opens doors on Opelika Road

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | March 2

Cheetos joins ChickChickPorkPork, the other Opelika Road restaurant owned by William and Gio Paulk.

Aniah's Law passes House, moves to Senate

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | March 1

A bill named in honor of Aniah Blanchard, the 19-year old Southern Union student who was kidnapped and murdered in 2019, passed the Alabama House of Representatives on Monday, Feb. 23. The bill now moves to the Alabama Senate.

Opelika pedestrian struck, killed by train

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | February 26

A 64-year-old man was hit and killed by a train in Opelika on Friday. 

Opelika murder suspect arrested in Connecticut

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | February 25

John Robert Thomas III was arrested in Connecticut on Feb. 25 in connection to the shooting that took place at the 300 Block of South Third Street in Opelika on Feb. 19.

Officer injured in I-85 car chase

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | February 22

The chase concluded in Chambers County, where suspects were taken into custody.

Breweries bring new life to Opelika

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | February 22

Opelika has become something of a brewing and distilling hub within the past 10 years. Owners and staff of the city’s alcohol-producing businesses say Opelika has allowed them to turn their hobbies into full-time careers.

Graphic novelist compares childhood to civil rights movement through art

By My Ly | Community Editor | February 21

Weaver's art reflects her childhood as an immigrant growing up in Alabama during the civil rights movement. Her art will be on display at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Arts through March 30.

One dead, another in critical condition after Opelika shooting

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | February 19

One man is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting in Opelika on Friday.

City Council postpones vote on short-term rentals

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | February 18

During Tuesday night's City Council meeting, the Council discussed restrictions to short-term rentals. After amending the ordinance, the Council voted to postpone the final vote to a future meeting.

Students protest Ivey's private prison plan

By Katherine Carroll | Writer | February 17

Students gathered outside the Raymond J. Harbert College of Business last Wednesday in protest of the three private prisons authorized by Gov. Kay Ivey.

Museum’s poetry series extends its reach through online platforms

By Katherine Carroll | Writer | February 17

The poetry series will be read over Facebook Live and YouTube.

Lee County residents combat quarry with zoning

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | February 15

Residents of Lee County's Beat 13 will have a special election on May 18 to decide whether new zoning restrictions should be implemented. Zoning could restrict quarries and similar heavy industry in the area.

Auburn for Change combats racial injustice

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | February 14

Auburn for Change has transitioned to online education in their fight against racial injustice until they can physically organize again.

Walmart administers COVID vaccines

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | February 12

Those within the state's guidelines for receiving a vaccine will be able to schedule an appointment through Walmart's website.