Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
Good morning, Auburn.
On April 23, Auburn University's Generation Action held the city's first Take Back the Night Walk to support survivors of sexual violence.
Around 40 marchers walked from Toomer's Corner to Campus Green (reciting poems, sharing survivor stories, and receiving resource information) during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
NASA scientists on a research plane used the sensor AVIRIS-3 to find a 120-acre brush fire three miles east of Castleberry on March 19 — and they sent mapping data to emergency crews, which helped Alabama firefighters know the hottest spots — so they could move fast to stop the blaze.
Auburn Parks and Recreation Department will launch its Live & Local Music Series on May 1 at Kiesel Park where local musicians will perform throughout the month & longtime musician Tony Brook will close the series on May 29.
Grace Valentine addressed Auburn University Panhellenic women on Tuesday, April 22 at the Student Activities Center and shared faith-based guidance plus practical advice for navigating college life — the event hosted by Zeta Tau Alpha provided free copies of her new book to the first 200 attendees. After the talk, attendees joined a Q&A session and met her for a brief post-event meet and greet.
Auburn Studio Project is an annual collaboration by Auburn Parks and Recreation Department, the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University, and East Samford School that gives local students a chance to display their art and connect with the community — the program continues its tradition of engaging youth with creative expression.
The Mississippi State Bulldogs travel to Auburn to face No. 11 Auburn Tigers in a three-game series that starts today at 6 p.m. CST—Auburn recently earned a 1-0 win over No. 21 Georgia Tech and Mississippi State must rely on key hitters to spark production.
On Tuesday night at Plainsman Park, Auburn's Tigers earned a 1 to 0 win over Georgia Tech using dominant pitching and a key second inning walk that drove in the lone run.
The pitching staff struck out 15 batters and allowed no walks, marking the first 1 to 0 win for Auburn since May 30, 2015—boosting their confidence for the upcoming weekend series.
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.
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.
Turf Wars Auburn
1-5 p.m. — Wire Road Soccer Complex — Free entry — Experience an exciting sports event during Memorial Day weekend in Auburn with Turf Wars.
On-Site Tour of Auburn Assisted Living
9 AM – 7 PM — Auburn Assisted Living — Free entry — Explore the best senior living community with exceptional care, dining, and activities.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Auburn.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.