The Eclectic Observer

The Eclectic Observer The Eclectic Observer is the community newspaper of Eclectic, Ala. Our offices are located in Alexander City, Alabama.

The paper was founded in 1988 and publishes weekly with The Wetumpka Herald and The Tallassee Tribune. The Eclectic Observer is a weekly newspaper covering events and interests in the central Alabama town of Eclectic. Published each Thursday by Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc., The Observer covers news, government, lifestyles and sports for the town's residents and admirers.

An illegal immigrant allegedly involved in an attempted kidnapping in Elmore County sees prosecution in federal courts.
07/25/2025

An illegal immigrant allegedly involved in an attempted kidnapping in Elmore County sees prosecution in federal courts.

A man connected to the attempted kidnapping of a juvenile at the Boy’s Store in Slapout pleaded guilty to illegal reentry in federal court in April.

There's a new production at the Wetumpka Depot featuring the Encore Players bringing downtown Wetumpka wildlife to life.
07/25/2025

There's a new production at the Wetumpka Depot featuring the Encore Players bringing downtown Wetumpka wildlife to life.

Almost everyone has seen the geese, chickens and owls at Gold Star Park. But what about the Tulatoma snail or an alligator?

Troy Stubbs has announced his intentions to be on the ballot in March for District 31 Alabama State House of Representat...
07/25/2025

Troy Stubbs has announced his intentions to be on the ballot in March for District 31 Alabama State House of Representatives.

Elmore County resident and current District 31 state representative Troy Stubbs officially announced July 8 his campaign for re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives.

A took local law enforcement a little bit of time to take a defendant into custody.
07/25/2025

A took local law enforcement a little bit of time to take a defendant into custody.

A Wetumpka man had to be subdued as he was arrested July 6.

A defendant will likely have to wait have to wait the outcome of his case before being released from and only if he is f...
07/24/2025

A defendant will likely have to wait have to wait the outcome of his case before being released from and only if he is found not guilty.

A Wetumpka man will await trial for in**st and other child s*x abuse charges in the Elmore County Jail.

What we know so far about federal arrests surrounding several Mexican restaurants in Elmore County and Alabama.
07/24/2025

What we know so far about federal arrests surrounding several Mexican restaurants in Elmore County and Alabama.

Local and federal authorities swooped in on 14 different locations in Alabama last Tuesday.

Drivers need to watch their speed in Wetumpka.
07/24/2025

Drivers need to watch their speed in Wetumpka.

Motorists will need to slow down in Wetumpka.

Nothing can stop Elmore County High School's Maroon Machine. Not rain, heat or insomnia.
07/24/2025

Nothing can stop Elmore County High School's Maroon Machine. Not rain, heat or insomnia.

A little insomnia can be a good thing. Especially if you are trying to come up with a theme for the Elmore County High School Maroon Machine Marching Band halftime

It's almost time! 🎉🗳️ The top nominees are in! Get ready to flex those fingers & cast your votes! 🙌💻 Rally your squad an...
07/24/2025

It's almost time! 🎉🗳️ The top nominees are in! Get ready to flex those fingers & cast your votes! 🙌💻 Rally your squad and use to make sure your faves win! 🏆🎊 Voting starts in 1️⃣ day!

Email [email protected] to secure prime ballot visibility!

A Wetumpka woman officially learned her prison sentence this week after pleading guilty to so**my last month. Her now ex...
07/24/2025

A Wetumpka woman officially learned her prison sentence this week after pleading guilty to so**my last month. Her now ex-husband still faces charges with some surrounding the same victim.

Farren Jill Hudson pleaded guilty to so**my in June and was sentenced Tuesday to 30 years in prison.

Republican women now have their own organization in Elmore County.
07/23/2025

Republican women now have their own organization in Elmore County.

More than three dozen Elmore County women have come together to charter the Republican Women of Elmore County.

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The Eclectic Observer is a weekly newspaper covering events and interests in the central Alabama town of Eclectic. Published each Thursday by Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc., The Observer covers news, government, lifestyles and sports for the town's residents and admirers. Our offices are located in Alexander City, Alabama.