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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Auburn University said students reported symptoms like loss of feeling, vomiting, dizziness and memory loss after drinking on- and off-campus, and its campus safety unit issued guidelines advising immediate medical care, urine testing and police notification—reminding students that drugging is treated as aggravated assault. Opelika-Auburn News
- ➤ An inmate, 47-year-old Aaron Dwight Johnson from Opelika, was found dead at Lee County Detention Center Sunday at 9:08 p.m.—Sheriff Jay Jones said there were no signs of foul play as deputies discovered him in his cell while an independent investigation is underway. WAKA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Auburn began as Creek land and was founded in 1836 when land was ceded and new settlers arrived; the town later saw its college change names before it became Auburn University and earned the Tigers title from a famous poem—highlighting a long history of change. Other facts include the pre-game eagle flight tradition, renovated Chewacla cottages, and a new road named Will Buechner Parkway—honoring a police officer killed in duty. Opelika-Auburn News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Baby Steps helps Auburn University students facing unexpected pregnancies finish their degrees by providing housing and community support—its Auburn house has helped over 200 student moms with counseling, donated baby items, and grocery stipends. The Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night, Auburn City Council approved an amendment to the zoning ordinance that gives developers more flexibility to build commercial and entertainment uses in rural districts—if the projects meet specific standards for location and utilities. The change comes as Auburn faces rapid growth with more residents moving into outlying areas. The Observer
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ For 45 years, The Orthopaedic Clinic has provided sports medicine care and on-field support to high school athletes at Auburn and Opelika football games — ensuring players receive quick treatment and proper follow-up care. The clinic also holds Saturday treatment sessions to keep athletes safe throughout the year. The Observer
- ➤ Alabama fell from No. 8 to No. 21 in the AP Top 25 College Football Poll after its season-opening loss to unranked Florida State—who won 31–17—and this drop marks its lowest ranking in 17 seasons. WAKA
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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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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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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.
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