Auburn
Morning News
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local organizer JoAnn Ceasar said the 11th annual Homemade Sweet Treats: CandyLand of Giving Edition will invite locals to donate homemade desserts and canned goods to help lessen food insecurity, with signups closing Nov. 1. The event will be held on Dec. 13 from 2 to 5 p.m.—at Hodges Vineyards & Winery—with all proceeds benefiting East Alabama Food Insecurity Relief and the Food Bank of East Alabama. The Observer
- ➤ Lee County Flea Market has served as a local hub for 40 years, and new owners Dawn Greaney and David White upgraded the space with ramps for wheelchair access — shoppers now enjoy a safer, cleaner venue. The market is open year-round on Saturdays and Sundays from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. and hosts over 400 vendors selling a wide range of items — keeping the community commerce strong. The Observer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Southeastern Grocers announced it will divest its Winn-Dixie and Harveys stores in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi — including 32 Winn-Dixie outlets and 8 Harveys markets — to focus on expanding in Florida and extreme south Georgia. The transition will complete by year-end and early next year, and Winn-Dixie — which turned 100 this year and has long served local communities — will change ownership of its remaining locations. WAKA
- ➤ National grocery chain Kroger will hire 18,000 workers in roles such as cashiers and deli staff as it prepares for the busy holiday season and beyond. The company said it will offer better wages, benefits, and a tuition reimbursement program while operating stores in Auburn and other Alabama cities (Decatur, Hartselle, Huntsville, Lanett, Madison and Opelika). AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ East Alabama School of Esthetics offers a 12-month master esthetician program for local students to train in skincare and beauty services without the need to travel, recruiting new students in September and February and accepting spring term applications by mid-January—students earn a temporary license after 700 hours in the course. The Observer
- ➤ Southern Union State Community College held a Legislative Appreciation Luncheon on Oct. 21 where school leaders thanked lawmakers for backing new programs like aviation maintenance and veterinary medicine. The college noted a 25% enrollment growth over the past five years — a push that strengthened local workforce opportunities. The Observer
- ➤ Kevin Courtwright— a former Auburn University landscaper— sued the university in federal court after he was fired on Sept. 23 for his Facebook posts reacting to Charlie Kirk’s death, saying his First Amendment rights were violated. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Loachapoka Indians beat Ranburne Bulldogs 41 to 13 last Thursday night as they rushed for 230 yards with key plays from Kj Carter and Lareaco Echols—this win boosted their playoff positioning. Ranburne, fresh from a 47-point game, will face Lanett at 7 p.m. on Oct. 24 while Loachapoka hosts Pike Liberal Arts also at 7 p.m. The Observer
- ➤ Trinity Christian School improved its football record to 4—4 after defeating Snook Christian Academy 53—34 Friday night at Moore Stadium in Opelika. Quarterback William Dooley threw for 281 yards as the Eagles built a 24-point second quarter to secure their Homecoming win and will travel to North River Christian this Friday. The Observer
- ➤ Auburn High seniors celebrated senior night at Duck Samford Stadium—their final regular-season home game—with a 41-7 win over Carver High as quarterback Cason Myers threw four touchdowns and passed for 271 yards. The Tigers will travel to Dothan on Oct. 24 for their final Region 2 game, with the win ensuring they finish second and host a first-round playoff game. The Observer
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Banana Ball Championship League: Savannah Bananas vs. Auburn Tigers
7 PM – 12 AM — Plainsman Park — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of the Savannah Bananas facing off against the Auburn Tigers in a fun-filled atmosphere.
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VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training
Oct 27-31 — Genesis Allied Health Services — $2400 — Enhance your VMware skills with expert-led training in a hands-on environment.
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Beat Bama Run Fest 5K and 1 Mile
2-4:30 p.m. — Cater Lawn — Entry fee applies — Participate in a colorful run to support the Food Bank of East Alabama while having fun.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training
5 days — Auburn Engineering Online — $2250 — Elevate your IT skills with comprehensive training in Linux system administration.
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Bruce Hornsby Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter showcase his timeless hits in a vibrant performance.
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Joan Osborne and Lisa Loeb Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate an evening of music with Grammy-nominated artists Joan Osborne and Lisa Loeb.
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Campus Nights Featuring Josiah Queen and Hulvey
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Neville Arena — Cost info unavailable — Experience the rise of hip hop artist Hulvey and enjoy an engaging night of music.
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Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
6-7:30 p.m. — Neville Arena — Check with venue for ticket prices — Witness an exciting collegiate basketball matchup in Auburn.
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