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Hey Auburn, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s edition: A campus dress code debate, a homecoming-themed concert, and a sustainability picnic + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Auburn season in focus: Photos captured Keyshawn Hall's senior season at Auburn, from wins over Wofford, NC State, and Arkansas to setbacks and January action in Auburn as the Tigers found their stride -- browse Hall's season photos.
Behind the scenes glimpse: Published Monday, a photo gallery spotlighted Auburn defensive lineman Chris Murray's journey, from Jordan-Hare game days to fall camp moments, as the Tigers gear up for the 2026 season -- see Murray in fall camp.
Campus policy sparks debate: Nearby Tuskegee University announced a new dress code, requiring students to bring business suits and banning headwear with religious or medical exceptions, sparking debate over professionalism and cultural expression -- read the full story.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Stripe it this week: Pines Crossing Golf Course is Auburn’s home-course vibe, an 18-hole public layout that keeps you honest yet playable for every skill level. Rally the crew for a round, then tweak the bag in the golf shop so next week’s group chat remembers who closed strong.
Time-saving beauty: Feathered In Ink brings low-maintenance polish this week with customized PMU brows (powder or nano), soft lip blush, and lash lift + tint that stands up to Auburn humidity. Artist Baylen Childs maps everything to your features so it looks natural and can last up to a year or two.
Cue the spotlight: Auburn Area Community Theatre keeps local talent front and center with community-driven productions, classes through AACT Academy, and kids programs. Spitfire Grill is on deck, fall classes kick off in September, and they’re looking for volunteers if you’ve ever wanted to jump from the audience to backstage.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎸 Jenny and the Exes and more @ Rock 'N Roll Pinball (Opelika) | Saturday (8/8) at 8:00 PM – Relive homecoming, but with better music and no chaperones. Jenny and the Exes close their mini-tour with a dress-up bash at The Jailhouse at Rock-N-Roll Pinball, with Tomorrow's Achiever, Imposter, and Wren, plus a live crowning, tacky formalwear, and no cover. Go ahead, nominate yourself.
🎒 Back 2 School Bash 2026 @ Cornerstone Family Chiropractic | Saturday (8/22) at 9:00 AM – Cornerstone hosts the 15th annual Back 2 School Bash, a free family morning with inflatables, games, crafts, and kid booths. Kids bounce, you chat with vendors, snag giveaways, and feel pleasantly virtuous supporting BigHouse Foundation, which backs foster and adoptive families in our community.
🧺 Sustainability Picnic @ Davis Arboretum | Wednesday (8/26) at 4:30 PM – Picnic at Auburn’s Davis Arboretum that proves sustainability can be tasty, not preachy. Free local vegetarian bites, music, and door prizes, plus a zero waste setup that will make your recycling bin blush. Meet the student groups moving the needle, and feel good about it. ✨ Upcoming local fundraisers🐶 Red Clay Adoption And Fundraiser Event @ Red Clay Brewing Company (Opelika) | Saturday (8/8) at 1:00 PM – An adoption fundraiser with rescue pups is therapy that wags back, with slobbery kisses, tail swishes, and zero pressure. Red Clay brings dog meet-and-greets, fellow pet people, and the glow of helping the cause, plus the risk of acquiring a new roommate. No judgment.
🛏 Beauregard High School Band Mattress Fundraiser @ Beauregard High School (Opelika) | Saturday (8/22) at 10:00 AM – Think your mattress plays more squeaks than the Beauregard High School Band? The band’s one-day mattress fundraiser has Simmons Beautyrest, Purple, and Therapedic up to 40% below retail, and profits go straight to the kids. Practical shopping, local impact, solid sleep.
🥳 Sweet Caroline’s 21-Party for FA! @ Choctafaula Safari Park | Saturday (8/22) at 7:00 PM – If you can still remember your 21st, come help make this one count. Sweet Caroline’s 21-Party celebrates our FA warrior Caroline, raising funds for FARA’s research, advocacy, and innovation, with live music, good company, and the kind of toasts you feel good about later.
📚 The Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee @ Nonprofit Center of East Alabama | Thursday (8/27) at 6:00 PM – Spellcheck takes a night off while local teams duke it out in a grown-up spelling bee, all to boost LCLC’s free literacy programs. Expect friendly rivalries, questionable silent letters, and big community impact, because supporting adult learners, families, and job readiness actually spells progress.
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07 — Auburn report Weather forecastToday — High: 88°F — Low: 73°F — Precip: 52%
A slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 74°F — Precip: 21%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 74. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThis renovated 4BR/3BA Auburn retreat spans 5.16 private creekfront acres with Town Creek flowing along the backyard. Soaring vaulted ceilings, a cedar porch, and wraparound deck bring the outdoors in, while a walk-out basement, huge pantry, and bonus gym room add flexibility. A massive metal barn, no HOA, and quick access to Chewacla State Park make it stand out.
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