The Eclectic Observer

11/23/2024

The Tigers scheduled three lesser-than opponents this season and they have accounted for three of Auburn’s four victories.

The Auburn Tigers defeated UL Monroe 48-14 on Saturday afternoon in a dominating performance against an inferior opponent. Payton Thorne tied a school record with five touchdown passes. Cam Coleman

11/22/2024

During the holiday season, don't forget about our seniors.

It was a personal experience that inspired Lei McKee to seek small gifts for seniors during the holiday season. Now, Santa for Seniors is entering its third year in Tallassee.

11/22/2024

Brad Davis was sworn in last week as the District 2 Elmore County Commissioner serving Tallassee and Eclectic.

There are different kinds of leaders.

11/22/2024

Taylor's team falls to Wetumpka, but displays dynamic playmakers

The Elmore County Panthers took their talents on the road as they matched up with the Wetumpka Indians in a hard fought game which ended with a score of 71-53.

11/22/2024

Panthers fall short at Wetumpka : Building team identity

The Elmore County Panthers traveled to Wetumpka on Thursday night for a contest against the Indians in which they fell short by a score of, 39-28.

11/19/2024

Who will follow Kay Ivey as Governor and who is running for Governor in 2026?

Over the past year, I have been on a speaking tour throughout the state – especially leading up to the General Election on November 5. The reason for my visiting

11/18/2024

When asked about his standout memories of the gallery, Martorana chuckled and said, “Too many.” Some moments, however, stand out more than others.

Situated in Red Hill is an art gallery that has been the heart of a thriving creative community for over three decades: Red Hill Gallery. Since its inception in 1989,

11/17/2024

What do you normally do when meteorologist James Spann takes his coat off? A coatless Spann was in Tallassee but not for weather.

Tallassee’s 1220 was filled with suspenders and ties Saturday as James Spann came to town.

11/15/2024

The latest installment of our monthly Arts and Entertainment section has just hit the racks. November's edition is bursting with all the latest happenings in the world of creativity. Don't miss out!

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11/15/2024

Have you ever lost something and it was founds years or decades later? How about a class ring?

The timing is almost perfect. A class ring that went missing in seconds 19 years ago is now back in the rightful owner’s hands just in time for the Tallassee

11/15/2024

With every presidential cycle comes a lot of emotion.

11/14/2024

Seven prisoners including one connected to child abuse in Wetumpka were recently denied parole.

The Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles saw nine prisoners from crimes in Elmore County come before it last month. Of those, seven will remain in prison after their parole

11/14/2024

Are you ready for Panther's hoops? Taylor and his team poised for a breakout year on the hard wood.

Nathan Taylor is at the forefront of the Elmore County boys basketball program and he is ready to see his guys excel on the hardwood. With some key returning players

11/14/2024

My wife recently gave me an unusual gift for our anniversary.

My wife recently gave me an unusual gift for our anniversary: a bag hammock. Why she thought an old guy like me needed one of these, I’m not sure. I

11/14/2024

Who can drive a skid steer? These Tallassee High School students can and it will give them an advantage when seeking jobs.

Tomorrow's valued construction site and landscaping employees are at Tallassee High School today.

11/13/2024

Elmore County students encouraged to speak to and learn from Veterans at annual Wetumpka High School veterans program.

Students from Holtville and Elmore County high schools came to Wetumpka High School for the school’s annual veterans day program.

11/13/2024

The poll workers inside marveled at my ability to get so many surveys.

My Election Day was spent conducting surveys of voters in a mid-sized town in a swing state. I can’t reveal many details, of course, and it’s not a perfectly scientific

11/12/2024

Some people may call us crazy, but this weekend, we had a reason to celebrate.