Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
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🎓 Education
A recent RentCafe study found Auburn ranked 12th in the South among the nation’s best college towns — beating rivals including Troy University, Jacksonville State, Alabama and Alabama in Huntsville.
🏛️ Government
On Tuesday, Auburn City Council approved an $88,000 contract with Kadre Engineering to expand the design scope for the North Donahue Drive Widening Project from Shug Jordan Parkway to Sougahatchee Creek, which will add new lanes and sidewalks.
Construction will begin in summer 2026 and take about a year—while the council also approved plans to install traffic cameras along Interstate 85 to enhance public safety.
🎉 Auburn Events
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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.
Lunar Parque + Brotha Josh Concert
8:30 p.m. – 2:30 a.m. — John Emerald Distilling Company — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy a night of funky rhythms and smooth neo-soul vibes from two Alabama bands.
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