Auburn
Morning News
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama college students are spending up to $10,000 to decorate dorm rooms and add personal style with luxury decor and budget-friendly options. Interior design experts say choosing practical furniture & proper lighting will help create a comfortable space that feels like home. AL.com
- ➤ On Sept. 26, the AAUP met with President Roberts and Provost Nathan to discuss the terminations made on Sept. 17 for social media posts that went against university values—actions explained as necessary for campus safety rather than free speech issues. The AAUP is urging the administration to provide clearer guidelines and greater transparency on how social media conduct is assessed. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ On Sept. 26, AAUP met with President Roberts and Provost Nathan to review the terminations carried out on Sept. 17 after employees made social media posts that raised campus safety concerns—faculty now demand clearer guidelines on free speech issues. The Auburn Plainsman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Tuesday’s meeting, Auburn City Council approved funding for CARE Humane Society and Yarbrough Tennis Center courts — other items were postponed for later discussion. The approved funds supported local services as the council worked to address community needs. The Auburn Villager
- ➤ Alabama enacted a 10% sin tax on porn websites, which took effect on September 1, to fund mental health services with payments starting on October 20 — the law requires sites to verify users are at least 18 and some sites have blocked access for Alabama users. AL.com
- ➤ Last Thursday evening, city officials and residents gathered at the Gogue Performing Arts Center as mayor Ron Anders presented his seventh annual State of the City Address—highlighting Auburn’s park and recreational renovations, enhanced public safety measures, and road improvements over the past year. The Auburn Villager
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tailgaters at the Auburn-Georgia game are advised to prepare food ahead of time to keep meals safe and simple—recipes like Baked Cheddar Torta and Buffalo Chicken Dip are popular choices. Organizers urge fans to pack food in coolers and cover dishes to ward off insects during this weekend event. The Observer
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Oklahoma Sooners at Auburn Tigers Women's Soccer
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Auburn Soccer Field — Free entry — Watch the thrilling NCAA women's soccer match as Oklahoma visits Auburn.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Other people's opinion of you does not have to become your reality.
~ Les Brown
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