Auburn
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Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Action 8 is hosting its annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive for the Salvation Army, accepting new, unwrapped toys that will be given to local families. Jack Ingram Motors offers a free car wash + vacuum service with each toy drop-off at the Toy Vault at EastChase through Dec. 10. WAKA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ East Alabama Medical Center’s foundation contributed $70K to help two employees buy homes, a move praised by Susan Johnston, the chief human resources officer + this support shows the center's commitment to its team. Opelika-Auburn News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alabama skywatchers will enjoy a super moon tonight with the moon rising around 5:15 p.m., Mercury elongating and a moon-Jupiter conjunction on Dec. 7, Geminids peaking on Dec. 13-14, Comet 3I/Atlas approaching on Dec. 19, and the Ursids on Dec. 21-22. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Auburn beat NC State 83-73 as Keyshawn Hall and Kevin Overton combined for 57 points despite 20 turnovers, and the Tigers will now face Arizona on Saturday (9 p.m. on ESPN) as they aim to continue their winning run. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ After beating Auburn in a close rivalry game, Alabama has risen to No. 9 in the College Football Playoff rankings. The Tide will play Georgia Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium+ a change that may help secure an at-large bid if they lose their SEC Championship Game. WAKA
- ➤ Alex Golesh announced Tuesday that DJ Durkin will remain as Auburn’s defensive coordinator. Durkin, who also served as the interim coach, expressed gratitude for local support as he looks forward to bringing stability to the defense. WAKA
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Alcorn State Braves at Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
6-7:30 p.m. — Neville Arena — Cost info not provided — Witness an exciting collegiate women's basketball matchup between the Alcorn State Braves and Auburn Tigers.
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Jackson State Tigerettes vs. Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
1-2:30 p.m. — Neville Arena — Check the latest matchup in women's college basketball as the Auburn Tigers take on the Jackson State Tigerettes.
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