Opelika - Opelika police report that a Friday (9/4) crash between a motorcycle and an SUV in Opelika has left the motorcyclist dead. Thehe victim has been identitified as a 66-year-old man from Columbus, GA. Just before 2:15 p.m. on Friday, an officer on 2nd Avenue observed the crash. The motorcyclist, unresponsive in the grass… Continue reading Motorcyclist dies in Opelika crash
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Auburn extends the deal of QB who will never even see the field in a game
Auburn - The Auburn Tiers have extended the deal that will keep a very special quarterback who will never see the field in any game. In the crazy world of the NIL era, there’s a lot of situations that raise eyebrows for their odd nature. This is NOT one of those. The terms weren’t released… Continue reading Auburn extends the deal of QB who will never even see the field in a game
Auburn man arrested on 2nd Degree Assault, Harassment charges
Auburn - According to the Auburn Police Department an Auburn man has been arrested on 2nd Degree Assault and Harassment charges. 20-year-old, Hagan Phillips Lewis, of Auburn, was arrested on Saturday, August 29th. According to Assistant Police Chief James M. Pescia, Auburn officers responded to an assault call in the 200 block of West Magnolia… Continue reading Auburn man arrested on 2nd Degree Assault, Harassment charges
SpringHouse at Russell Lands on Lake Martin can be tough to find, but well worth it according to revues
Lake Martin - Sometimes, “getting there” is part of the overall dinner experience. And, according to myfamilytravels.com, that’s the case for SpringHouse at Alexander City’s Russell Lands on Lake Martin, a true Farm-To-Table Dining Barn that’s located on what they describe as a “jaw-dropping hilltop location, well off the beaten path. And beyond the scenic… Continue reading SpringHouse at Russell Lands on Lake Martin can be tough to find, but well worth it according to revues
Stabbing incident leads to attempted murder charge for Auburn woman
Auburn - A 40-year-old Auburn woman, Blair Marie Robertson is facing attempted murder and resisting arrest charges following a stabbing that occurred during a domestic disturbance last month. Robertson, 40, was arrested August 11th in connection with a July 19th incident at a residence in the 1500 block of Jemison Place. She was taken to… Continue reading Stabbing incident leads to attempted murder charge for Auburn woman
Italian company invests $32M in Auburn expansion, adding 60 jobs
Auburn - 2A USA, an Italian-based aluminum die-casting company is investing $32 million into an expansion at the Auburn Technology Park West. They manufacture and supply aluminum die-cast parts to automotive companies across Europe. The expansion, which officially broke ground in April, is the company’s second since joining the Auburn community in 2014. 2A USA… Continue reading Italian company invests $32M in Auburn expansion, adding 60 jobs
For old-fashioned fall fun, it’s the Syrup Sopping Day Festival in Loachapoka
Loachapoka - the Syrup Sopping Day Festival in Loachapoka kicks off in a couple of months, bringing a full day of old-fashioned fall fun to Pioneer Park on October 31, 2026. Hosted by the Lee County Historical Society, this free festival has been a local tradition for more than 50 years and gives visitors a… Continue reading For old-fashioned fall fun, it’s the Syrup Sopping Day Festival in Loachapoka
School start means more traffic, stronger enforcement
STATEWIDE, Ala. - with the start of a new school year, there are a few “gIvens” involved in your morning and afternoon plans, even if you don’t have kids in school. There will be more traffic on the roadways, as school busses, parents transporting children, and students licensed to drive will be making their way… Continue reading School start means more traffic, stronger enforcement
Driver points gun during Auburn road rage incident
Auburn - An Auburn driver was caught on camera pointing a gun at another driver during a road rage incident last week. Pictures of the incident were uploaded to the Facebook community group “What’s happening in Auburn and Opelika” and have since received thousands of reactions. The pictures were taken at the Tiger Town exit… Continue reading Driver points gun during Auburn road rage incident
Starting Monday, August 10th, Auburn to experience several street closures
Auburn - The City of Auburn is notifying residents of a few temporary lane closures starting on Monday, August 10th. Those streets are expected to be impacted by resurfacing and installation projects. The southbound lane of Toomer Street between West Glenn Avenue and Genelda Avenue will be temporarily closed from Monday, Aug. 10 to Friday,… Continue reading Starting Monday, August 10th, Auburn to experience several street closures
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