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🌱 Why Opp’s famous Rattlesnake Rodeo worries some Alabama conservationists

Opp, Alabama Patch AM: a 3 min read

Morning Opp! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Opp’s famous Rattlesnake Rodeo worries some Alabama conservationists

Today's riddle: Why did the turtle cross the road ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 88, low: 73.
  • Friday: Cloudy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Snakes in Alabama: What to know about 7 common species (al.com) — Opp gets a special mention as the longtime host of the annual Rattlesnake Rodeo, where eastern diamondback rattlesnakes are displayed and have drawn criticism from conservationists. The broader piece walks Alabamians through seven common snake species, explaining where they’re found, how dangerous they are, and how changing habitats and conservation efforts are affecting them across the state.
   

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  • [6/22/26 Midday Update] Severe Storm Watch for Northern and Parts of Central Alabama
    Clusters or broken line segments extend from central Mississippi to northwestern Alabama as of 1 pm. These storms will move east-southeastward… (Nextdoor )
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Alabama high schools' NBA Draft history adding another Mr. Basketball (al.com)

Enterprise

  • Enterprise standout Marcus Jones returns to Enterprise High with a financial literacy message for students (wtvy.com)
  • Medical Center Enterprise CEO Joey Hester retiring after 50 years of service (wtvy.com)
  • Enterprise Opens Doors for Leadership Coffee County (wiregrassdailynews.com)

Ok Opp! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She was going to the shell station (Thank you Nettie D. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Opp

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Opp

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.