Good morning, Auburn.

Worthy2 will host its inaugural UN-Gala, Boots, Buckles and Breaking Chains, at Lazenby Farms, 11546 Society Hill Road on Friday, Oct.

23. The event will include live entertainment, a silent auction, and a roping contest to raise funds that support survivors and expand services.

Auburn Family is hosting its Homecoming Parade Friday, Sept.

25 downtown where a pep rally will follow on Samford Lawn; road closures begin at 4 p.m. to facilitate the event before the Auburn Tigers play Vanderbilt Saturday, Sept. 26 with Miss Homecoming announced at halftime.

Chef David Bancroft opened a second Bow & Arrow at 2298 E.

University Drive with seating for 240, an upstairs bar, and private event space. The restaurant will add The Bluebonnet Market in the coming weeks as a grab-and-go option.

Lee County Superintendent of Education Mike Howard will resign effective Dec.

31 while the board begins planning his replacement; he has led the district through facility upgrades (new gyms, tracks, and security updates) during his 27-year career.

Auburn-Opelika Tourism congratulated Cat Bobo for being named to the Auburn Alumni Association’s 20 Under 40 Class of 2026 in recognition of her leadership in communications and marketing.

The award honors outstanding Auburn graduates under 40 who make a positive impact in our community.

On Sept. 1, Auburn High School flag football team won a 34-0 mercy-rule game against Booker T.

Washington at Duck Samford Stadium with standout plays from Charlee Rhoten and TeKaja Thomas — they will face Central High at Garrett-Harrison Stadium on Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

Alabama is now No. 12 in the AP poll after beating East Carolina 48-10 in Tuscaloosa, while Auburn got two votes following a 17-16 win over Baylor in Atlanta.

Auburn began its Alex Golesh era with a 17-16 win over Baylor in Atlanta last Saturday.

Sophomore safety Eric Winters made a crucial goal-line tackle to stop Baylor’s two-point conversion attempt as he recorded 11 tackles, helping secure the Tigers’ win over a Power Four opponent.