Auburn Local News – Friday, August 29th, 2025

Auburn Morning News

Friday, August 29th, 2025

CRIME NEWS

➤ On August 27, Auburn University officials confirmed that heavy police presence near the Ralph Brown Drauhon Library due to a false threat report ended after a thorough search showed no danger—officials cleared the campus. WAKA

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ A Niche report ranks America's most conservative colleges for 2026 with Liberty University at the top and Alabama schools Samford University and Auburn University at #20 and #22 respectively—student surveys on political views formed the basis for the rankings. AL.com

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Auburn University hosted the 2025 zero-waste Sustainability Picnic at Davis Arboretum on Aug. 27, where students enjoyed free vegetarian food samples, live music, and door prizes while connecting with campus groups on sustainability. Organized by the Auburn Office of Sustainability, the event featured interactive booths that highlighted programs like FoodU and Auburn Outdoors. The Auburn Plainsman

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ The Auburn City Council held workshops over the past two weeks that included a session on Aug. 18 where departmental presentations covered topics such as citations, public works, recycling, libraries, parks, wastewater, and community service — key areas for planning fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Council members reviewed each topic to guide decisions on upcoming priorities. The Auburn Villager

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SPORTS NEWS

➤ Pregame festivities for Auburn's first home game against Ball State next weekend will celebrate 25 years of the popular eagle flights at Jordan-Hare Stadium—marking a cherished milestone in university tradition. The Auburn Villager
➤ Auburn High School Tigers played the Vestavia Hills Rebels in a Week 2 nonleague matchup on August 28; the game kicked off at 7 p.m. CT — live on NFHS Network. AL.com

AUBURN EVENTS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

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.

Thu, 9/4/25

Thursday, September 4th, 2025
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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.

Fri, 9/5/25

Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Chewacla Cha Cha Trail Race

8 a.m. — Chewacla State Park — Registration fees apply — Run through scenic trails in a delightful 5K or tackle the challenge of two loops for 10K.

Sun, 9/14/25

Sunday, September 14th, 2025
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AUBURN REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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AUBURN ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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