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Auburn professor develops bicentennial exhibit
By Staff Report | August 7Among other celebrations, Alabama’s bicentennial year of 2019 will see the opening of “Alabama Justice: The Cases and Faces that Changed a Nation.”
City changes recycling companies
By Cole McCauley | Staff Writer | August 7The city of Auburn has officially announced changes to the city's recycling procedures.
Opelika hosts Sportsplex Kids Triathlon
By Jon Smithart | Staff Writer | August 6Hundreds of locals showed up for Opelika's Sportsplex Kids Triathlon. Groups of children ages 6-15 all competed at different times and distances in each event.
Amidst challenges, Auburn ACT performs 'Spamalot!'
August 6Fans of Monty Python will have something to look forward to over the next week as Auburn Area Community Theater puts on “Spamalot!” at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center.
The City of Auburn launches all new website
By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | August 3The City of Auburn launched a new, easy-to-use website interface at the beginning of August located at auburnalabama.org, which is available on all web-available devices, including mobile. Director of Public Affairs David D. Dorton said the previous format of the City’s website has been up for ...
The 'American Dream' with a side of pasta
By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | August 3"Fresh bread every day!"
Auburn High student crowned Miss America's Outstanding Teen
August 3Auburn High School's Jessica Baeder, 17, won the title of Miss America's Outstanding Teen Saturday in Orlando, Fla.
Update: Police arrest suspect in connection with Sunday night shooting
By Staff Report | August 2Auburn Police are investigating a homicide that occurred Sunday night on Foster Street.
Back to School Bash kicks fall semester off
By Morgan Kirkland | Staff Writer | August 2The Back to School Bash was the closing concert of the 13-week Summer Swing concert series. Summer Swing is a 13-week concert series hosted by the Opelika Parks and Recreation Department.
Former Chief Justice Roy Moore campaigns for U.S. Senate in Auburn
By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | August 2At the event, Moore spoke out against his competitors and Sen. Mitch McConnell for “trying to buy the people of this state” during the election.
Ross House Coffee Company opens, preserves past
July 31Next to 160 Ross and across from the Douglas J. Watson Municipal Complex stands the 111-year-old “Ross House”, now home to Ross House Coffee Company as of its grand opening Monday morning.
Police charge 24-year-old in connection with South College Street burglary
July 31Auburn Police Division have arrested an Auburn man charging him burglary and theft of property.
2028 Summer Olympics coming to Los Angeles
By David Wharton | Los Angeles Times | July 31The agreement will bring the Olympics back to Southern California for a third time.
End of Summer bike parade brings families to Opelika
July 31The second annual End of Summer bike parade was in downtown Opelika at 6 p.m. The event was promoted by O Town Ice Cream Shop and James Bros. Bikes along with a few other local businesses.
Downtown parking study leads to renovations
By Jon Smithart | Staff Writer | July 31"The council for the last several years has understood that parking is an issue in downtown. Our citizen survey has shown that citizens want more parking downtown," Buston said.
Cheers on the Corner provided hundreds with drinks, food, entertainment
By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | July 29A throng of Auburn residents holding tickets, cash and driver’s licenses formed around a tent in front of Stamp where wristbands, fans and wine glasses were being given out for the second annual Cheers on the Corner on Friday night. Over 20 tents were set up on the blocked off roads of Auburn’s ...
Paintball attack: Suspect shoots paintballs at cars, public safety says
By Staff Report | July 28Two different individuals reported being shot at with paintballs on West Samford Avenue.
Itty Bitty Scavenger Hunt to begin Aug. 1
July 28Beginning Aug. 1 the Parks and Recreation Department will be distributing worksheets for the Itty Bitty Scavenger Hunt that will allow residents to hunt for 25 locations around Auburn.
