Auburn
Morning News
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Auburn’s War Eagle Supper Club now operates as a restaurant atop the Graduate Hotel, blending its storied past with a fresh dining experience. Auburn alum Vince Thompson led the revival by preserving memorabilia (a nod to its legacy) to welcome community members. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ Founded by Reverend Thomas Glenn and built by freed slaves, Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church first opened in 1870 and remains one of Auburn’s most historic sites. The church, now at 451 Pitts St., continues its mission to bring people closer to God. The Auburn Plainsman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Auburn Tigers beat the Nebraska Cornhuskers 12-3 on Sunday to secure their 11th consecutive home regular-season series win. The team now stands at 9-2 and will face Samford on Tuesday at Plainsman Park. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ The SEC women’s basketball tournament will begin in Greenville on Wednesday, Mar. 4 with Auburn set to play Texas A&M at 5 p.m. on the SEC Network. AL.com
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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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Martin Woods Wine Dinner
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Acre — $150 per guest — Enjoy a six-course meal featuring seasonal dishes paired with exquisite Martin Woods wines.
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Lance Cowan at Opelika Songwriters Festival
7-11 p.m. — Opelika Songwriters Festival — Cost details not specified — Experience a night of soulful songwriting in the heart of historic downtown Opelika.
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