Recession and revitalization compete vigorously, and at present the economic battle is too close to call in Opelika, Alabama. Just off the Interstate, shoppers have access to a massive retail hub which includes all the major chains. Yet, within that very hub and all about town abandoned stores and shops symbolize the brutality of the marketplace of late.
Not to be counted out, Bose wave ground speakers broadcast upbeat tunes in the resurrected multi-use historic downtown district. I must say it’s a touch with great sophisticated appeal. Across the city limits past and present architecture melds from Emmanuel Episcopal Church, the oldest public building in the city, to Red Door June, a nouveau coffee and floral shop. I explored these places and more in my hour plus run through the city.
Along the way I encountered all the usual suspects, cats, dogs, peppy little squirrels, a brilliant sunrise and friendly folks. The American South still has hospitality and miles and miles of charm.
Happy Trails.
Tom
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