Good morning, Auburn.

Last week, the community celebrated a groundbreaking for the Food Bank of East Alabama’s new Community Market building located at 1600 First Ave in Opelika.

The new building—designed as a client-choice pantry—will help families in Lee County pick the food they need.

The Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office is seeking Ja’Zarian Keante Gray—who allegedly chased a victim in a black 1998 Dodge Ram on Ashurst Bar Road last Friday and shot into the victim’s vehicle—for charges of attempted murder and shooting into an occupied vehicle.

The state of Alabama gave Auburn a $2.85 million grant to expand Auburn Technology Park West under the SEEDS Act—city matching funds bring the total to $5.7 million.

Construction will start this summer and is expected to bring 600 jobs and $400 million in new private investment.

Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl was named NABC Division I Coach of the Year and senior Johni Broome was named NABC Pete Newell Big Man of the Year — the first time Auburn has earned these honors.

Pearl led the Tigers to a 32-5 record and a Final Four run while Broome’s play helped keep the team at the top of the national rankings.

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.

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.

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.

Alabama Launchpad Regional Meetup: Auburn

4-5:30 p.m. — Horton Hardgrave Hall — Free entry — Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and get insights into Alabama Launchpad's resources for startups.

In Conversation with Mary Dansak

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers — Free entry — Experience an evening of literary insights from local author and naturalist Mary Dansak.