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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama State Council on the Arts awarded 64 grants totaling $2,528,000 to nonprofit arts organizations statewide through its Creative Places Arts Facilities Program (funded by the Legislature and National Endowment for the Arts) to support construction, renovation, and upgrades of arts facilities. WAKA
- ➤ The 2025 Native American and Indigenous Alliance (NAIA) Spring Cultural Festival will be held Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Auburn University's Campus Green. The event will offer cultural dancing, drumming, art vendors, demonstrations, and native foods for the community to learn about Native American traditions. Eagle Eye TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Auburn City Schools took a step forward as the Board of Education approved an architect agreement today — the new middle school is set to open in 2028. Opelika-Auburn News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ADPH is investigating potential measles exposure after an unvaccinated child traveled through central Alabama before showing symptoms—no confirmed cases have been reported today. The agency will monitor the situation and decide if further action is needed to protect public health. Eagle Eye TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Auburn brushed off a late-season slowdown—key bench players helped support AP All-American Johni Broome—and advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019. The top-seeded team will face No. 5 seed Michigan in the South Region semifinal on Friday night in Atlanta. WAKA
- ➤ Auburn came from behind to defeat Troy 12-5 on Wednesday with SJ Guerin earning her 15th win in five innings and Icess Tresvik sparking a six-run fifth inning+ The Tigers will host the number four ranked Florida Gators in a three-game series starting Friday at 6 p.m. Eagle Eye TV
- ➤ Auburn’s Johni Broome was named one of four finalists for the Jersey Mike’s Naismith Trophy after a record-setting season. He is the only Division I player to record 2,500 points, 1,500 rebounds and 400 blocks — his nomination may make him the first Auburn player to win the honor — and the finalists were chosen by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. WAKA
- ➤ Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl was named a finalist for the Werner Ladder Naismith Coach of the Year Award — one of four finalists after guiding his team to a 30-5 record and a Sweet 16 bid. The award will be announced on April 6 in San Antonio — a moment that adds to the season's excitement for Auburn fans. WAKA
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Book It For Drake 5K and Fun Run
The Book It for Drake event is a 5K and Fun Run to support Drake Middle School, taking place at Town Creek Park.
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On-Site Tour of Holiday Monarch Estates
Explore the features and amenities of Holiday Monarch Estates, a senior living community known for its exceptional care and service.
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Vet Fest 2025
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine — Free entry — Explore fascinating veterinary exhibits and activities including a canine parade and teddy bear surgery.
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D1 Life 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
8-9:30 a.m. — Town Creek Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community run honoring the legacy of a beloved local student.
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The WannaBeatles at Auburn CityFest
10:30 a.m. — Kiesel Park — Free entry — Enjoy Beatles hits performed by The WannaBeatles in a vibrant festival setting.
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