Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of June.
Good morning, Auburn.
📰 Economy
Governor Ivey announced that Vulcaflex S.p.A will invest nearly $70 million to open its first U.S. facility in Auburn, adding 130 automotive jobs + boosting local manufacturing.
🌲 Environment
The Department of Public Health released its annual fish advisory Tuesday, Jun.
16, warning residents to limit eating fish from 34 water bodies due to toxic chemicals and advising at-risk groups (babies and pregnant women) to avoid certain high-mercury species. The advisory is based on 386 samples taken last fall.
📰 Lifestyle
Auburn offers eight budget-friendly dining spots serving meals under $15, from Foosackly’s chicken fingers plus Byron’s Smokehouse breakfasts to pizza at Little Italy and Mexican dishes at Taqueria Durango, giving locals affordable choices for lunch or dinner.
🏈 Sports
Jo Simmons, a 6-foot-5 (322-pound) transfer from James Madison, signed in January and showed strong performance at spring practice at the Woltosz Football Performance Center.
He is expected to anchor Auburn’s offensive line at right tackle against SEC edge rushers.
Four-star edge rusher James Pace III announced his commitment to Auburn’s 2027 recruiting class on Friday via an Instagram livestream, joining teammate Knyair Crumb from DeMatha Catholic High School in Maryland and strengthening the growing DMV pipeline.
🎉 Auburn Events
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Auburn Summer Camp: Week 7
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM — Chewacla State Park — Registration Required — A fun-filled week of outdoor activities for kids aged 5-14.
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