Posted on: March 23, 2023
NOTICE OF FUNDING AND PUBLIC HEARING/COMMENT
The City of Opelika is currently accepting applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for PY 2023 (October 1, 2023-September 20, 2024). Activities considered for funding include h...
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Posted on: March 23, 2023
A community clean up and basketball fun day! This will be April 22 at Covington Center.
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Posted on: March 22, 2023
During the Opelika City Council Meeting, Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller announced that Hanwha Advanced Materials America, LLC is once again expanding its Opelika facility in the Northeast Opelika Industrial Park. The company will be investing nearly $20.3 mill...
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Posted on: March 22, 2023
Opelika Power Services (OPS) recently received the Platinum Level Electric Cities of Georgia Award for Safety Excellence. This award is an honor given to municipal utilities departments that meet various criteria regarding safety in the workplace.&nbs...
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Posted on: March 21, 2023
The City of Opelika recently promoted Brian Weiss to Human Resources (HR) Director. Weiss has been with the city since December 2019. He started with the city as a Human Resource Analyst and quickly moved to Assistant Director.
Mayor Gary Fuller states, &a...
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Posted on: March 8, 2023
The Opelika Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects involved in a Fraudulent Use of a Debit Card, which occurred at Walmart, located at 2900 Pepperell Parkway. On 03/01/2023,the suspects, both black ma...
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Posted on: March 7, 2023
The Opelika Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect involved in a Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, which occurred at Books-A-Million, located at 2243 Tiger Town Parkway. On 12/24/2022 at appr...
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Posted on: March 7, 2023
The Opelika City Council held a special City Council meeting on March 7, 2023 at 12 p.m. (Noon) to canvass the votes for the 11 mill ad valorem tax election last week. The meeting was open to the public. The City Council voted to pass the renewal of the 1...
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Posted on: March 6, 2023
On March 6, 2023, the City of Opelika launched a new public records management system to improve efficiency and consistency in responding to public records requests. The NextRequest software will allow the public to submit requests directly to the City of...
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Posted on: March 1, 2023
A special city council meeting was called to canvas the results of the February 28, 2023, Municipal Election to renew 11 mill of ad valorem taxes for school purposes. This meeting will take place at noon on March 7, 2023, in the courtroom of the Opelika M...
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Posted on: March 1, 2023
Flashlight Egg Hunt
Hunt for eggs in the dark! Bring a flashlight and a basket. Look for special prizes and golden eggs.
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Thursday, April 6th7:30 p.m.Opelika SportsPlex
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3rd-5th grade
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FREE and open to the public.
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Posted on: March 1, 2023
The City of Opelika held a special election to renew and continue the annual levy and collection of the 11 mill property tax for the support and furtherance of education in the Opelika City Schools. The tax renewal passed and the unofficial election resul...
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Posted on: March 1, 2023
The City of Opelika does not pick up tires. Please properly dispose of your tires and do not leave them roadside.
Residents may bring up to 8 tires to one of our recycling centers. No businesses may bring tires. Once the tires arrive at ...
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Posted on: February 28, 2023
Opelika Environmental Services is currently unable to process any electronic recycling due to no markets for this material. You may bag this material and dispose of it with your yard waste. OES will pick it up weekly at curbside or you may continue to bri...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
On 02/01/2023, the Opelika Police Department began investigating a Theft of Property, Third Degree, which occurred at 2570 Enterprise Drive, Hobby Lobby. The victim reported that their wallet was stolen from their purse while in the store. At approximatel...
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Posted on: February 21, 2023
On 02/10/2023, the Opelika Police Department responded to a call for an Unlawful Breaking and Entering a vehicle which occurred at 2500 Pepperell Parkway, Planet Fitness. The victim’s wallet was stolen and surveillance video shows the suspects u...
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Posted on: February 20, 2023
The Opelika Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 37-year-old Ricky Brimer Jr. Brimer was last seen at 7:00 a.m. on 02/16/2023 leaving his residence on Fox Run Parkway on foot. He moved to Opelika from Texas approxi...
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Posted on: February 16, 2023
On 02/08/2023, the Opelika Police Department was notified by Opelika City Schools Administration regarding an incident that had occurred involving an Opelika High School student and faculty member. Detectives began an investigation which led to the suspec...
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Posted on: February 10, 2023
The Opelika Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect involved in a Theft of Property, Third Degree, which occurred at Party City, located at 2534 Enterprise Drive. On 01/10/2023, at approximate...
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Posted on: February 3, 2023
Our annual report is available in print form at our headquarters fire station, 604 Avenue B, or click the link to find a digital copy.
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
The Opelika Police Narcotics Unit has been investigating reports of illegal drug activity throughout the city. Over the past few weeks, they have arrested several individuals who were in possession of large amounts of illegal narcotics. The narcotics seiz...
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Posted on: February 1, 2023
On 02/01/2023 at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Opelika Police Department, with the assistance of the Lee County SWAT Team, executed a search warrant at the Neighborhood Market, located at 503 Martin Luther King Blvd. During the search, Detectives recovered...
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Posted on: January 30, 2023
On 01/26/2023, Opelika Police conducted a traffic stop at S. Uniroyal Road near Winding Oak Drive in reference to a traffic violation. During the traffic stop, one of the department’s canines alerted to the odor narcotics inside the veh...
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Posted on: January 26, 2023
On Tuesday, January 24, the Opelika Planning Commission held officer elections. Lucinda Cannon was elected Chair and John Sweatman as Vice Chair. Following the election, new Chair Lucinda Cannon and Mayor Gary Fuller presented outgoing Chairman Lewis Cher...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
On January 28, 2012, Opelika Police responded to Brookhaven Trailer Park, located at 1775 Hurst Street in Opelika, AL, in reference to skeletal remains being found. A skull was located in the yard of a residence while the majority of the bones were locate...
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Posted on: January 13, 2023
No routes will run on Monday. Garbage and recycling carts will be picked up a day later than normal.
Yard waste routes (Knukle Book Truck) may run earlier than normal. Please have yard waste out earlier than normal.
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Posted on: January 10, 2023
The City of Opelika Revenue Department has mailed out business license renewal applications.
Alcoholic beverage licenses are due January 15, 2023, but since January 15 is on the weekend, you will have until January 17 at 4:30 pm. The deadline for regular b...
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Posted on: January 10, 2023
Early in the year of 1873, a group of Opelika men met at the home of Mr. J. H. Lockhart to discuss the possibility of forming the city’s first fire department. Shortly thereafter, the Opelika Fire Company was formed. Today we celebrate the leadership of o...
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Posted on: January 9, 2023
Important Dates to Remember:
- Tuesday, January 17 - First Day to Apply for Absentee Ballots
- (Applications can be obtained from the City Clerks' office)
- Thursday, February 23 - Last Day to Apply for Absentee Ballots
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Posted on: December 21, 2022
Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller announced yesterday that HL Mando America Corporation will be investing $11.1 million to upgrade their current facility and creating 26 new jobs.
HL Mando’s Opelika operations continue to produce brake calipers and suspe...
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Posted on: December 21, 2022
Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller announced yesterday that an existing Opelika manufacturing company will be expanding. Car Tech will be investing more capital to build and expand their current facility.
Car Tech is a Tier 1 supplier for BMW Group and is located i...
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Posted on: December 20, 2022
The Fuller Center for Housing is a nonprofit organization seeking to eliminate poverty by promoting partnerships with individuals and community groups to build and restore homes for those in need.
They will be building three homes for three diffe...
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Posted on: December 19, 2022
On 12/17/2022 at approximately 10:30 p.m., Opelika Dispatch received a 9-1-1 call from a residence in the 100 Block of 19th Place. During the call there was an open line which appeared to involve a domestic dispute. The female caller requested assistance ...
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Posted on: December 12, 2022
The Opelika Industrial Development Authority (OIDA) recently presented E-8 Master Sergeant Comer Kite and his family with the Vets Choose Opelika relocation incentive package. This program is part of Opelika’s workforce development and talent at...
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Posted on: December 3, 2022
UPDATE: On 12/04/2022, Anthony Ashford was arrested at the Opelika Police Department on murder charges.
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On 12/03/2022 at approximately 2:00 a.m., Opelika Police responded to the 1000 block of York Avenue in reference to a gunshot victim. Respo...
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Posted on: November 30, 2022
Dear Opelika Citizens and Visitors:
HO HO HO from the North Pole!
I’ve recently been making early rounds to see how much Christmas joy is being spread near and far. As I approached Opelika, I knew it was a special place. The lights and a...
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Posted on: November 23, 2022
UPDATE: Shunedra Quinshay Edwards, 29 yoa from Opelika, AL, and Twyla Kaneisha Cooper, 33 yoa from Opelika, AL, were arrested for Theft of Property, Third Degree, which occurred at Ulta Cosmetics on 11/18/2022.
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Posted on: November 21, 2022
Advance Auto Parts (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider, and Opelika Police Department have teamed up to launch a unique program designed to increase roadway safety leading into the holidays for local motorists. The announcement wa...
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Posted on: November 14, 2022
On 10/16/2022, the Opelika Police Department began investigating an Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle and a Theft of Property, Second Degree, which occurred at the Opelika SportsPlex, located at 1001 Andrews Road. At approximately 3:20 p.m...
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Posted on: November 10, 2022
On 11/04/2022, the Opelika Police Department responded to the Opelika SportsPlex, located at 1001 Andrews Road, in reference to several vehicle break-ins. The victims reported that the windows to their vehicles had been shattered and their purses...
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Posted on: October 17, 2022
The Opelika Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects in a Theft of Property, Third Degree, which occurred at 2690 Enterprise Drive, Ulta. On 06/18/2022, two adult suspects entered the store and stole se...
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Posted on: October 13, 2022
On 10/11/2022, the Opelika Police Department began investigating a Theft of Property, Third Degree, which occurred at 2690 Enterprise Drive, Ulta. Surveillance video shows two adult suspects enter the store at approximately 3:00 p.m. with a juvenile. The ...
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Posted on: October 6, 2022
On 09/19/2022, the Opelika Police Department began investigating a racially inflammatory post on social media threatening to shoot attendees of a certain demographic at the Lee County Fair. The department takes threats like these very seriously and immedi...
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Posted on: October 3, 2022
Opelika Power Services would like to make our customers aware of an ongoing wood pole inspection project. OPS has contracted with Osmose Utility Services to inspect and treat wood power poles on the distribution system.
Starting Thursday (10/6), ...
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Posted on: October 1, 2022
On 10/01/2022 at approximately 3:00 a.m., Opelika Police responded to Hickory Haven Trailer Park in the 800 Block of Crawford Road, where they located a male victim with a gunshot wound lying in the roadway. 24-year-old Ker’detrius Mercer of Sal...
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Posted on: September 27, 2022
On 09/24/2022 at approximately 11:42 a.m., Opelika dispatch received multiple calls regarding gunshots and possible victims in the area of 16th Place and Pepperell Parkway. Responding officers located two 19-year-old victims who had been transported to th...
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Posted on: September 21, 2022
On 09/02/2022, a Lee County Grand Jury indicted former Opelika Police Officer Isaac Dominy on one count of misdemeanor third-degree assault.
On 04/21/2022, Opelika Police Department Patrol Supervisors were made aware of a use of force incident in...
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Posted on: September 13, 2022
The sweet lady’s of St. Dun’s Buns (St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in Auburn) presented a donation to the Opelika Share program this afternoon.
This donation is from the baking project they have had for about a year and a half...
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Posted on: August 29, 2022
The City of Opelika welcomed Griffin O’Connor to the Opelika Economic Development team on Aug. 1, 2022, to fill the newly created position of Talent Attraction and Retention Coordinator.
“We are thrilled to have Griffin join our Economi...
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Posted on: August 1, 2022
OPELIKA, Ala – This past Saturday the Opelika Public Library unveiled the new Golden State Foods Foundation Musical Garden, located along the Storywalk at the Opelika Public Library. The Musical Garden consists of Cherub Bells, Sansa Rimba Mysteria xyloph...
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Posted on: July 18, 2022
The Opelika Share Program is a way for neighbors to help neighbors keep their lights on in times of need. The program benefits qualified Opelika residents with their power bills. Residents are screened through United Way of ...
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Posted on: July 7, 2022
The Opelika Public Library has been selected by the Alabama State Department of Education as a public review site for textbooks being considered for Career and Technical Education. This area includes architecture and construction, information technology, ...
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Posted on: June 1, 2022
The Opelika City Council approved tax abatements and exemptions today for several of Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) suppliers at the May 3, 2022, City Council meeting. These include Cumberland Plastics, Daewon and Hanwha.
The following investme...
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Posted on: April 26, 2022
The primary role of these liaisons is to listen to their community, be the voice of their wards and work closely with the Opelika Police Department and the Ambassadors of Change.
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Posted on: April 26, 2022
The essential functions of the position are to manage all aspects of the organization’s customer service, manage the public communications, and supervise the workflow coordinators. The position is responsible for supervising staff, customer service and ma...
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Posted on: April 26, 2022
Congratulations to Stacey Bryson on his recent promotion and reclassification to Facilities Manager – Opelika Power Services
This position is responsible for warehousing operations, contractor coordination, fleet management, inventory purchases and procure...
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Posted on: April 22, 2022
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.”
—Jane Goodall
#HappyEarthDay2022 #OPS
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Posted on: April 14, 2022
OPELIKA, Ala. – Opelika Power Services and the Alabama Municipal Electric Authority (AMEA) are pleased to announce the local winners of the 2022 AMEA Scholarship.
Each year, AMEA helps 40 high school seniors across the state who plan to...
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
On behalf of the members of the Opelika Police Department, I want to welcome you to our new website.
Our department is committed to community policing and providing the best service to the citizens of Opelika. We are fortunate to have a dedicated...
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
March 24, 2021 – Opelika Power Services received recognition and an award from the American Public Power Association (APPA) during their annual Engineering and Operations conference.
Recognition – Opelika Power Services (OPS) has earned a ‘Diamond’ Reliabl...
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
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Posted on: December 27, 2021
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Posted on: October 8, 2021
"Evolving from a small railroad town in 1854, Opelika has grown into a lively area featuring an energetic community vibe. We’re revealing the most historic spots that help make the city special. Check it out..."
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Posted on: January 21, 2020
The City of Opelika, the Opelika Economic Development Department and the Opelika Industrial Development Authority are excited to announce the creation of the Opelika Innovation and Technology Park (OITP). The new park is located in an Opportunity Zone (OZ...
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Posted on: June 19, 2019
Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller announced today that two existing Opelika manufacturing companies – West Fraser, Inc. and Hanwha Advanced Materials America– will be expanding.
Mayor Gary Fuller stated, “We are delighted at the commitment West Fraser and Hanwha a...
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Posted on: March 1, 2018
September 20, 1951, the Opelika Board of Parks and Recreation hired the first full time Director.Thirty one year old W.J. (Bill) Calhoun from Nashville, Tennessee was hired and an office at city hall was made available. The park board had functioned since...
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