Auburn - This week, the Auburn Chamber of Commerce picked up a boost from the city in support of a new multi-million dollar facility. During its April 7 meeting, the Auburn City Council unanimously approved a $400,000 agreement with the Auburn Chamber to help fund the proposed building project. The money will be paid in… Continue reading Auburn council approves Chamber building funding
Category: Lee County
Central Park is all set for the Magic of Marble Festival to start Tuesday
Sylacauga – The tents are up and the artist work tables set and ready for the arrival Tuesday, April 7th of about three dozen sculptors for the Magic of Marble Festival in Sylacauga’s Central park. Sculptors begin selecting their marble and getting to work on this year’s creations. You’re all invited to stop by to… Continue reading Central Park is all set for the Magic of Marble Festival to start Tuesday
The 50-State US250 our will makes it Alabama stop in Childersburg
Childersburg - The 50-State US250 Tour will bring history and entertainment to Childersburg for its stop in Childersburg in April. A national celebration of our founding and freedom - bringing history to life in all 50 states through events, art, music, and patriotic action. 50 states, 50 weeks, 50,000 miles, 250 million people, 250 years… Continue reading The 50-State US250 our will makes it Alabama stop in Childersburg
Deadly shooting in Opelika – Suspect in custody
Opelika - A deadly shooting is under investigation at Arbor Place Apartments on Fox Run Parkway in Opelika. Emergency crews responded around 10:56 a.m. Wednesday, March 25. Authorities confirm one person has died. A person of interest is in custody. The scene remains active as investigators work to gather details. The initial report to the… Continue reading Deadly shooting in Opelika – Suspect in custody
Lee County house fire leaves one dead and one injured
Smith Station - A structure fire in Lee County has had one fatality and one victim injured. Smiths Station Fire Protection District and the Lee County Sheriff's Office arrived on scene on Lee Road 211 on Saturday (3/21), several other emergency crews followed. They described the secene as smoke heavy, adding that they found a… Continue reading Lee County house fire leaves one dead and one injured
A third suspect arrested in probe of Opelika day care fires
Opelika - A Tuskegee man, 51-year-old Terrence Johnson, was arrested Tuesday night on two counts of second-degree arson. According to the Better Business Bureau website, Johnson is the owner of By His Grace Daycare Center, which has locations in Opelika, Montgomery, and Tuskegee. Johnson’s arrest stems from two fires that occurred at By His Grace… Continue reading A third suspect arrested in probe of Opelika day care fires
East Central Alabama is under two weather advisories and a warning
Sylacauga - The National Weather Service has issued a trio of weather statements for the following counties: Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Talladega, Clay, Randolph, Coosa,Tallapoosa, Chambers, Elmore, Montgomery, Macon, Bullock, Lee, Russell, Pike, and Barbour Counties. A “Cold Weather Advisory” remains in effect from 12:00 midnight tonight to 12:00 Noon on Saturday. For the Cold Weather… Continue reading East Central Alabama is under two weather advisories and a warning
Alabama is a Top 10 “Move-to” state and Auburn – Opelika is a favorite landing spot
Auburn - If you want to know where people are moving to & from, you ask one of the largest relocation companies. And United Van Lines says Alabama is aa Top Ten “Move-to” location in the nation. Auburn Opelika is a Top Three destination inside the state. According to the United Van Lines 2025 Annual… Continue reading Alabama is a Top 10 “Move-to” state and Auburn – Opelika is a favorite landing spot
Another snowstorm could be on the way for the Gulf Coast, East Coast
East Central Alabama - AccuWeather meteorologists are pointing to the potential for another winter storm even this coming weekend. The cold that settled in across the South and the East this week will help set the stage for the risk of wintry weather throughout the week, including another potential winter storm this weekend. "Late this… Continue reading Another snowstorm could be on the way for the Gulf Coast, East Coast
24 dogs rescued in Lee County are in need of fostering
Opelika - After 24 dogs were rescued from neglect in Beauregard this past week, local animal shelters in Opelika are reaching out to the community to foster and support. The community has stepped up for the dogs being cared for at Opelika’s Animal Health Center as 13 have been placed in foster care. But there… Continue reading 24 dogs rescued in Lee County are in need of fostering
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