Auburn
Morning News
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bow & Arrow BBQ plans improvements at its second Auburn location after the city council approved a commercial development agreement at its Tuesday meeting — the project will create 44 new jobs in the community. Opelika-Auburn News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Auburn Area Community Theatre's Young Performers will stage Peter/Wendy, a new take on Peter Pan, beginning next Friday at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. The Auburn Villager
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Auburn University will offer Global Communication & K-Pop this summer as students sign up for Dr. Sam James's new elective course. James credited the song Golden for its worldwide virality and family-friendly appeal, noting it was the first K-pop track to win a Grammy. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lee-Scott Academy’s boys basketball team lost 62-47 on Wednesday in the first round of the 3A Central Regionals at the Dunn-Oliver Acadome as a 21-point second quarter by Montgomery Academy proved decisive. Coach Johnson urged the Warriors to keep their heads up despite the setback. The Observer
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Georgia Bulldogs at Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Neville Arena — Ticketed event — Watch the thrilling clash as Auburn takes on Georgia in women's basketball.
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Nebraska Cornhuskers at Auburn Tigers Baseball
5:59-9:59 p.m. — Plainsman Park — Prices vary — Cheer on the Auburn Tigers as they take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers in an exciting collegiate baseball matchup.
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LSU Tigers at Auburn Tigers Basketball
9-11 p.m. — Neville Arena — Check for ticket prices — A thrilling NCAA basketball showdown awaits in Auburn as the Tigers face off on the court.
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Gymnastics Meet: Auburn vs. Michigan State
7-8 p.m. — Neville Arena — Admission details not specified — Witness an exciting gymnastics showdown as Auburn takes on Michigan State.
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Alpha Chi Omega 5k for Domestic Violence Awareness
8:30 a.m. — Cater Lawn — Registration required — Participate in a spirited 5k race to support domestic violence awareness and education.
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Texas Longhorns vs. Auburn Tigers Baseball
2-3 p.m. — Plainsman Park — Look forward to a thrilling collegiate baseball showdown as the Longhorns take on the Tigers.
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