Friday, November 29th, 2024

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Auburn Morning News.
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Student veterans from Auburn University and the University of Alabama commenced the seventh Operation Iron Ruck, a 151-mile hike to raise awareness for veteran suicide, carrying 22-pound rucksacks to symbolize the daily average of 22 veteran suicides. Opelika-Auburn News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama State Troopers are seeking assistance to locate a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident that resulted in the death of Floyd Davis in Lee County. WAKA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Auburn promotes local shopping with Blue Friday event on Nov. 29, featuring early store openings and discounts. The Auburn Plainsman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bill, HB 64, introduced by Rep. Ontario Tillman proposes making Election Day a state holiday in Alabama during presidential or gubernatorial election years to enhance voter turnout. AL.com
- ➤ Lee County Commission allocated the remainder of its $31.9 million ARPA funds to various projects including infrastructure and mental health center support. Opelika-Auburn News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Auburn Morning News.
-
Blood, Sweat & Nuts Endurance Race
Experience a challenging endurance race with options for 20, 40, 60, or 80 miles at Chewacla State Park, with prizes for top performers in the 80-mile race.
-
Mat and Savanna Shaw Concert at Bottling Plant Event Center
Enjoy a heartfelt performance by the talented father-daughter duo Mat and Savanna Shaw, known for their uplifting music and harmonious style.
-
Auburn University Club 5K Santa Chase
Participants are encouraged to wear festive holiday attire while running, walking, or jogging through the scenic Auburn University Club to support a local charitable cause.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Auburn Morning News.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Auburn Morning News
Welcome to the Auburn Morning News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Auburn, Alabama community. If you like the Auburn Morning News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Auburn.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Auburn and across Alabama. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Auburn Morning News
A free Auburn community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://auburnmorningnews.com/sitemap