Auburn Local News – Tuesday, April 8th, 2025

Auburn Morning News

Tuesday, April 8th, 2025

CRIME NEWS

➤ The jury in the trial of Taharra Brunson began deliberating Friday afternoon—after hearing closing arguments—and resumed Monday morning as he faces capital murder and kidnapping charges linked to Thomas Green’s 2020 death near Waverly. Opelika-Auburn News

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Auburn University's Office of Information Technology is planning to replace its AU_Wi-Fi network with eduroam this fall to give students and faculty better internet access. The project will install new access points that support 150 devices instead of 50—addressing capacity issues in classrooms during peak times. The Auburn Plainsman

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ The Alabama House of Representatives advanced legislation to ban cellphones in K-12 public schools with a 79-15 vote last Thursday, and the measure now moves to the Senate for review. Gov. Kay Ivey supported the proposal during her State of the State address, and local school boards will choose how to store devices if the ban passes. Opelika-Auburn News

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Auburn fans voted Pat Sullivan as the best Auburn football player ever, beating Bo Jackson (56% to 44%) in a 16-man poll. Sullivan, who became Auburn’s first Heisman winner and set a record with 53 passing touchdowns (in just three varsity seasons), surprised many fans who usually picked Jackson. AL.com

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AUBURN EVENTS

EVENTS

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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.

Sat, 4/19/25

Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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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.

Sat, 4/26/25

Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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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.

Tue, 4/29/25

Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
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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.

Thu, 5/1/25

Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Auburn Tigers vs. NC State Wolfpack

10:30 p.m. — Jane B. Moore Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting clash between the Auburn Tigers and NC State Wolfpack while supporting a meaningful cause.

Sat, 5/3/25

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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AUBURN REAL ESTATE

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AUBURN JOB BOARD

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AUBURN ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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