Auburn
Morning News
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dwayne Peterson and Daniel Soto are running for Smiths Station City Council Place 4 in an Aug. 26 election. Peterson, a retired military veteran and current councilmember, plans to boost public safety and growth while Soto, a civil engineer, aims to improve infrastructure and address flooding—both seeking to shape the city’s future. Opelika-Auburn News
- ➤ A new councilperson for Opelika’s Ward 4 will be elected on Aug. 26 as incumbent Eddie Smith steps down to run for mayor and create a vacancy for the City Council president. Candidates Trip Garner and Chuck Beams answered a local questionnaire that outlines their plans to manage controlled growth and improve infrastructure—providing key details for voters. Opelika-Auburn News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas is ranked No. 1 in the AP Preseason Top 25 with 25 first-place votes while Alabama holds No. 8; Auburn received votes but did not make the list. Texas will begin its season on Aug. 30 at Ohio State — a challenging rematch against the defending champion. WAKA
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2025 Involvement Fair
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Auburn Campus Green — Free entry — Discover your interests at the fair with 200 organizations and enjoy complimentary food and games.
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Dusty Slay Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Nashville's own Dusty Slay, featured on Netflix and late-night television.
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2025 Auburn Tigers Football Season Tickets
12:55 – 3:55 PM — Jordan-Hare Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Secure your season tickets for all home games and support the Auburn Tigers.
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