Auburn
Morning News
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Animal Health Center of Opelika rescued 24 dogs on Monday from neglect and now needs foster homes for 11 dogs. Interested residents can contact the center to provide temporary care. Opelika-Auburn News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An extended stay Marriott hotel opened Thursday near Tiger Town in Opelika — the latest local addition that brings new lodging options to the area. Opelika-Auburn News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Auburn women's basketball pulled off an upset against No. 21 Alabama on Thursday night at Neville Arena, finishing 58–54 in a game decided by perfect fourth-quarter free throws — coach Larry Vickers praised his team's intense effort throughout the contest. The Auburn Plainsman
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Auburn Tigers Women's Gymnastics vs. Florida Gators
7:45-9:45 p.m. — Neville Arena — Cost info not specified — Cheer on the Auburn Tigers as they compete against the Florida Gators in an exciting gymnastics showdown.
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Oklahoma Sooners vs. Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Neville Arena — Cost Info N/A — Witness an exciting showdown between two collegiate basketball teams.
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South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
8-10 p.m. — Neville Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the excitement of women's college basketball with a thrilling matchup in Auburn.
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Kentucky Wildcats vs. Auburn Tigers Women's Gymnastics
7-9 p.m. — Neville Arena — Check out a thrilling competition as the Auburn Tigers host the Kentucky Wildcats in women's gymnastics.
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