Goodnight Opelika – Eighth and Rails Final Night!
Sunday, January 1st, 2012
It was goodbye to an old friend, if you can call a Tavern an old friend, last night. Eighth and Rail is now a pleasant memory for those that called this one of their favorite watering holes. The building is officially under new ownership and that owner is looking for a tenant. Those that attended the final night, some in Black Tie, got something to take home at the end of the night. You’ll probably see a few of us sporting our Eighth and Rail Goodnight Opelika Shirt. On the back, forming a big number eight, names of bands and individuals that have played that stage over the years and the front with an old bi-wing airplane, looking a bit like a train. Some final words from owner Richard Patton brought a tear to many eyes and the countdown to a new year with a final toast for all brought the evening to a close. Well, actually, many stayed to talk and dance a bit longer. Thanks Richard for a great night, good friends, having Miller Lite for a guy on a diet and for years of good times at The Rail! Goodnight Opelika!









Wednesday is the first day of the Holiday break for kids going to Opelika City Schools. Students return on January 5th, with Teachers back the day before to prepare.
As expected today, the City of Opelika announced new industry for the city.
Watching all the rain with the hurricane, it’s hard to believe we have a Fire Weather Warning for Saturday from 2PM until 7PM. Winds from the north may gust to 25 MPH and outdoor burning is not recommended. This is called a Red Flag Warning. Relative humidity will be as low as 26 percent. Warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham earlier this morning.
The Alabama Historical Commission (AHC) recently added Rosemere Cemetery in Opelika to the Alabama Historic Cemetery Register.


















