Auburn
Morning News
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama basketball is a top contender in the NCAA Midwest Regional as the Crimson Tide builds on its 2024 success while preparing for upcoming games against tough opponents. Fans in Auburn will be watching closely as the tournament unfolds. AL.com
- ➤ The Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board approved new Class 6A soccer alignments on Friday to organize 32 schools into eight regions for the 2027 and 2028 seasons following a split between public and private schools. The new areas set competition for winter and spring sports in our region. AL.com
- ➤ Coach Steven Pearl’s first season ended with a 17-16 record — Auburn missed the NCAA tournament for the first time in five years, pushing the team to play in the NIT. The Tigers host South Alabama today at Neville Arena. AL.com
- ➤ Coach Alex Golesh is guiding Auburn Football’s spring practice as he rebuilds the quarterback room, centered on returning starter Byrum Brown - who excelled at USF - with redshirt freshmen Tristan Ti’a, Locklen Hewlett and Rhys Brush vying for backup roles. AL.com
- ➤ Auburn softball was swept by No. 4 Oklahoma over the weekend in Norman — falling to a 19-10 record. The Tigers continue their road trip today taking on South Alabama at 5 p.m. CST. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ On Friday, the AHSAA's Central Board approved new soccer alignments that will separate private schools into distinct brackets for championship play in the 2027 and 2028 seasons. The changes affect several areas across the state. AL.com
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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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Kentucky Wildcats at Auburn Tigers Baseball
6-7 p.m. — Plainsman Park — Check out a thrilling college baseball match featuring the Tigers and Wildcats.
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Monday After the Masters 2026
9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. — Moore's Mill Club — Participation supports local cancer initiatives — Enjoy a premier golf tournament benefiting families facing illnesses.
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