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An Auburn man was sentenced Tuesday to life without parole for kidnapping and killing 18-year-old Thomas Green—whose body was found in the woods near Waverly in September 2020—and co-defendants will face separate trials on capital murder kidnapping charges.

Alabama schools will enforce a new cellphone ban and offer several new diploma pathways this fall as state lawmakers roll out over a dozen education laws.

The changes also include expanded funding for high-needs schools, updated safety measures, and improved staff benefits — state officials will meet in June to review compliance and funding distribution.

The FDA expanded its cucumber recall after reports linked salmonella to products from Bedner Growers sold in 15 states, including Alabama—resulting in over two dozen illnesses and nine hospitalizations.

Walmart recalled its Marketside fresh-cut cucumber slices while Albertson’s withdrew several Greek salad products, and customers are advised to discard any suspicious items.

Auburn basketball has secured a commitment from Serbian forward Filip Jovic—who averaged 12.3 points and 4 rebounds in the ABA League—as the team rebuilds its frontcourt after losing key players.

He will join teammates including Mississippi State transfer KeShawn Murphy, JUCO transfer Emeka Opurum and incoming freshman Sebastian Williams-Adams.

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.

Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Auburn University Hunger Solutions Institute — $2090 — Enhance your skills in C# programming through expert-led hands-on training.