Month: June 2010

Opelika Celebrates Canada Day July 1st

Okay Folks, before you get mad at me, I know it’s our Fourth of July Celebration, but what a great post headline.  Again this year for folks that travel out of town and would miss the Opelika fireworks, the City of Opelika will host the Freedom Celebration on July 1st! From the cities Facebook Page: Opelika’s Annual “Freedom Celebration!” The fun begins at 6:30 p.m. Music by MUSE! Buddy Blue and his Skydiving team at… Read More

That is Not a Cricket!

Several years ago for work, I traveled to Baltimore, MD.  It was there that I learned of the Cicada.  I guess I had heard the little guys in years past, but this was one of the big “Seven year Events” and the Cicada’s were so thick in the air, you could wave your arms and snag one or more of them. From the folks at National Geographic… Cicadas are probably best known for their buzzing… Read More

Summer Swing Tuesday Night

Tomorrow, Tuesday, June 29th it’s the  Auburn University Summer Concert Band – 70 Pieces Conducted by Dr. Rick Good. A Variety of Band Music, Marches, Overtures, and Show-tunes will be featured. Join the fun in Monkey Park. Music starts at 7PM, with food and fun starting around 6PM!

From the Archives — originally published on the Opelika Daily News on June 28, 2010. View the original page.

Sid’s 8th Street Cafe Friday Night Beer Tasting

This will be the second for Sid’s, after a rain soaked, but successful event a few weeks ago.  It’s some of the lighter beers of summer and some Mexican treats.  Of course, some food goodies for your participation fee for the event. It’s Friday from 6:30PM till 8:30PM

From the Archives — originally published on the Opelika Daily News on June 22, 2010. View the original page.

Renovations Near Completion in Opelika

I’ve been meaning to grab some pictures of some work in downtown to a few buildings of note.  Below first, is the building at the Corner of Avenue A and South 8th Street.  This is one owned by Race Cannon.  The offices on the second floor are occupied I believe, and the large space below is being closed in, with a new coat of paint on the outside.  Second picture below is the Irish Bred… Read More

Elvis To Be Spotted at Monkey Park Tuesday Night & Farmer’s Market Earlier in Day

Summer Swing continues with an Elvis Tribute tonight (Tuesday, June 22nd).  Bill J. Brooks -ELVIS Lives Concert –It’s a  Top rated Elvis Tribute artist in the S.E. This show is dynamic, entertaining, moving and family friendly. Elvis fan or not, you are in for a rare treat. Thank you, Thank you very much! Then don’t forget to drop by the Farmer’s Market earlier in the day.  It’s 2 to 5 this year, and from what… Read More

New Pictures from Michigan

Shortly after arrival in Michigan, the track infield opened for those of us waiting. I’d only been there a few hours, but others had been there for days.  It’s was very organized and the MIS staff did a great job.  I’ve posted some new pictures in the flickr feed in the sidebar, so go there, click a picture and review the Michigan Internation Speedway – June 2010 Picture. From the Archives — originally published on… Read More

City of Opelika Mourns the Loss of Dr. William Lazenby

On a personal note:  Dr. Lazenby and I had served on the Keep Opelika Beautiful board  together.   He’s always been one to be involved in the community to levels greater than many people will ever know.   He loved his family, and also loved the city and it’s people in a special way.  He will me missed.  I’m glad that I was able to meet one of the good guys along the way. From… Read More

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