Auburn
Morning News
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spicer’s Music earned two global honors at the NAMM conference in Anaheim for its community and customer efforts — winning the Music Makes a Difference Award and the Retailer of the Year Award. The store also runs initiatives like Rock Club and She Collective to boost Auburn’s local music scene. The Auburn Plainsman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ AL.com reported 17 hazing violations at six Alabama colleges in 2025 — including five at the University of Alabama — as officials stressed that strict bans remain in place and additional steps to protect students are under review. AL.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Auburn University students are debating whether daylight saving time fits modern life today. Some worry losing an hour may harm health—research shows the shift can raise heart attack risks while others say it helps keep schedules aligned with neighbors. The Auburn Plainsman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Auburn lost to Alabama 96-84 in its regular season finale at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, and the Tigers will face the Mississippi State Bulldogs at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday in the SEC Tournament. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ The SEC men's basketball tournament will start on Wednesday, March 11 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville as teams compete for a chance in the NCAA tournament. Auburn will face Mississippi State at 2 p.m. in a key opening round match. AL.com
- ➤ Auburn will travel to Tuscaloosa on Saturday night for an Iron Bowl rematch at Coleman Coliseum on ESPN, seeking to improve its record + boost NCAA tournament hopes. Coach Steven Pearl says the planned win is critical as the team builds its momentum. The Auburn Plainsman
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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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Test Track 5K Run
8:00–10:00 a.m. — NCAT Test Track — Registration required — Experience a unique 5K at a prestigious test facility with a scenic route.
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