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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Auburn man Taharra Jaquay Brunson was convicted of murdering and kidnapping 18-year-old Thomas Green, whose body was found in the woods near Waverly in September 2020—his sentencing is set for May 27 while co-defendants face capital murder-kidnapping charges. Opelika-Auburn News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 9, the United Campus Workers of Alabama at Auburn University held a rally at Toomer's Corner and signed a petition demanding a cost of living adjustment, a $17.50 minimum wage, the elimination of graduate fees, and a $25k stipend for grad students—aiming to secure fair pay and better work conditions. They marched to Samford Hall to deliver the petition to President Christopher Roberts and CFO Kelli Shomaker—who were not in office at the time. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ At its regular meeting on Tuesday night, the Auburn City Schools Board recognized its Teachers of the Year and approved a bid to renovate Duck Samford Stadium and the Auburn High School Band Field. The Auburn Villager
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Alabama homeowners may face a 7% increase in home insurance rates in 2025—average annual premiums are expected to reach $5,831. Rising construction costs and severe weather risks are pushing premiums higher—prompting consumers to review their policies. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama lawmakers advanced bills that would require public schools to display the Ten Commandments with key historical documents in common areas and classrooms. The legislation prohibits using tax money for the displays and experts have raised legal concerns that it could spark court challenges. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study published in JAMA Network Open found that Alabama had the highest maternal death rate—59.7 deaths per 100,000 live births—during the five-year period from 2018 to 2022, and nearly one third of maternal deaths in the U.S. happened more than six weeks after childbirth. The research showed that over 80% of these pregnancy-related deaths were preventable and underscored the need for better care from conception until one year after birth. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Lee County Special Olympics athletes competed for the first time on campus during the 56th annual Track and Field Meet at Hutsell-Rosen Track—marking a milestone for the event. The Auburn Villager
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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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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.
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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.
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