Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
Good morning, Auburn.
💼 Business
Axe Marks the Spot and Opelika Rage Room have merged to form one venue for axe throwing and a rage room experience downtown.
Owners say reservations are required to join in the fun and plan to add more activities soon.
🎓 Education
Opelika High School football head coach Bryan Moore resigned on Dec.
19 at an emergency board meeting; Opelika City Schools will begin its search for a new coach to build on the program’s recent playoff success.
🏛️ Government
The City of Auburn and Lee County have installed signage at the intersection of Moores Mill Road and Society Hill Road to alert motorists that construction of a new roundabout will start the week of Jan.
5 (temporary delays may occur during paving). The project is expected to finish in spring 2026.
🏥 Health
East Alabama Health celebrated the grand opening of EAMC North today in Opelika to expand access to inpatient and outpatient mental health services.
Local officials (including Opelika and Auburn mayors) joined the ribbon cutting and facility tour.
📰 Lifestyle
HappyPaw Doodles is seeking two local families to host select breeding dogs through its guardianship program this holiday season.
The program offers a discounted fee with future breeding obligations (ensuring the pups receive the care they need).
🏈 Sports
Smiths Station basketball had a busy weekend as the boys split contests at Spain Park on Dec.
19-20 and the girls lost games at Auburn High (in a local tournament). Both teams will resume play after New Year.
🎉 Auburn Events
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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.
Goldpine Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Sundilla Concert Series — Ticket prices vary — Experience bold harmonies and stories from Nashville's rising stars.
Auburn Tigers Women's Gymnastics vs. Florida Gators
7:45-9:45 p.m. — Neville Arena — Cost info not specified — Cheer on the Auburn Tigers as they compete against the Florida Gators in an exciting gymnastics showdown.
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