Auburn
Morning News
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Auburn City Schools approved Duriel Barlow as the next executive director of Human Resources during a Tuesday board meeting, and he will now lead the school system’s HR operations. Opelika-Auburn News
- ➤ Auburn City Schools approved Tiffani Croley as the new principal of Ogletree Elementary School during its (Tuesday) board meeting. Croley will begin her role next term. Opelika-Auburn News
- ➤ The Auburn City Schools Board of Education approved Josh Harry as the new principal of Yarbrough Elementary School during its Tuesday meeting (a regular board session) in Auburn. Opelika-Auburn News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The French government is calling for the release of 86-year-old Marie-Therese Ross (an Alabama resident detained on April 1 after overstaying her visa) amid concerns over her health, with the New Orleans Consul General reporting frequent visits to secure proper care. AL.com
- ➤ Gov. Kay Ivey signed several bills today to improve ambulance services and rural health. The laws enable EMS providers to receive payment for treat-in-place calls and expand healthcare options for rural providers (including SNAP restrictions on sugary foods) to boost service coordination. AL.com
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Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet
Evening event — Auburn Oaks Farm — Fundraiser — Celebrate conservation efforts while enjoying good company and food.
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D1 Life 5K and 1-Mile Run
8:00-9:30 a.m. — Town Creek Park — Check entry fees online — Participate in a meaningful run honoring a life of love and community spirit.
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Bluegrass at the Station 2026
12 PM — University Station RV Resort — $65+ for campsite — Enjoy three days of live bluegrass music with various talented bands.
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Little River Band Concert
7-10 p.m. — Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic hits from this iconic Australian band.
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Moving Forward: Auburn Parkinson's Conference 2026
10 AM - 2 PM — Opelika Public Library — Free entry — Participate in a supportive conference focused on Parkinson's disease with expert speakers and community building.
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