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2022 — APA DIVISION D GENERAL EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION — 2023 COVERING LEE COUNTY, ALABAMA Vol. 15, No. 40 Opelika, Alabama Thursday, July 13, 2023
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Hudson Resigns as Lee-Scott Head Coach AUBURN — Tuesday afternoon it was announced by Lee Scott Athletics that head baseball coach Tim Hudson was stepping down from the position. Hudson, who became the Lee-Scott head coach Aug. 1, 2022, will be moving into a role as a volunteer coach in order to spend more time with his family, according to a statement released by LeeScott Academy. “While we were surprised to learn of this development,
we wish coach Hudson the best moving forward,” said Dr. Stan Cox, head of school. “Under his leadership, the staff and team at Lee-Scott Academy achieved success while rebuilding the program and improving our facilities.” Hudson’s efforts and contributions toward Warrior baseball in his one year with Lee-Scott were significant. Hudson led the Warriors to a AISA 3A State Tournament semifinals appearance, where Lee-Scott was eliminated in two games by the eventual state champion Glenwood Gators. In addition, four LeeScott See HUDSON, page A7
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Lee-Scott head baseball coach (2023) Tim Hudson talks with his team Feb. 23 in a game against Chambers County.
A ‘ Purr ’ fect Summer Night Wine, Whiskers and Wags ADOBE STOCKPHOTO
BY LIVI WELCH FOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Summer pairs well with many things — grilled hamburgers, water slides and evening walks around the neighborhood. But few things pair better with summer than a glass of wine. Well, start "woofing" for joy, because the Lee County Humane Society is hosting its first ever Wine, Whiskers and Wags on Monday, July 17, hosted by Botanic. The event takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1702 Frederick Road. The night features four wines, ranging from pinot noir, chardonnay, zinfandel
Leadership Lee County Hosts 2023 Ignite Leadership Summit CONTRIBUTED BY LEADERSHIP LEE COUNTY
The Lee County Humane Society will partner with Botanic this year to host the inaugural Wine, Whiskers and Wags event.
and a sparkling riesling, served by Botanic's personal wine steward. The introduced wines will include the name, region, aroma and flavor
as well as appearance and structure. Additionally, each wine will be paired with a selection of tasty hors d’oeuvres to maximize
AUBURN — Leadership Lee County will host its third annual leadership development event, Ignite Leadership Summit, featuring renowned speakers Don Yaeger, Jeff Henderson and Auburn baseball head coach
Butch Thompson. The event will take place Thursday, Aug. 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Opelika Marriott Resort & Spa. Individual tickets are available for $349 or reserve a table of 10 for $3,141 until July 31. Ticket prices will increase after July 31. See LEADERS, page A3
the flavor experience for guests attending. All of the wines served were chosen See WAGS, page A2
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