Auburn - The City of Auburn moved into their new 24-hour recycling center on Donahue Drive. They accept all materials that are included in curbside pick-up along with: Batteries – transistor only up to size D – no automobile, marine batteries, etc. Cellular phones Cooking grease/oil – pick up an empty container at the center… Continue reading Auburn has a new Donahue Drive recycling drop-off center
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Alabama’s “Taylor’s law” determines drivers license eligibility age
Montgomery - Thanks to “Taylor’s Law” in Alabama, there is a new disciplinary point system that determines the age of student eligibility for a drivers license. And with a new schhool year about to start, students over the age of 12 need to be aware that disciplinary issues at school will delay their ability to… Continue reading Alabama’s “Taylor’s law” determines drivers license eligibility age
Charges upgraded to manslaughter after the pedestrian he allegedly struck in Auburn died
Auburn - 28-year-old Michael Alexander Sherrill of Auburn, was originally arrested June 25th, 2026, on a charge of assault second degree after he allegedly hit a pedestrian. Since then, the 68-year-old male victim died from injuries sustained in the incident. As a result of continued investigation and the victim’s death, the charge against Sherrill has… Continue reading Charges upgraded to manslaughter after the pedestrian he allegedly struck in Auburn died
Teen arrested in deadly Lee County house party shooting
Lee County - An 18-year-old Phenix City man was taken into custody Monday in connection with a deadly shooting earlier in July at a house party in Lee County. Raymond Drew Earl has been charged with murder in connection to the July 11th shooting incident in the 800 block of Lee Road 197 during an… Continue reading Teen arrested in deadly Lee County house party shooting
The FBI Birmingham office reports a rise in AI-related scams in Alabama
Birmingham - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most remarkable and most dangerous technological inventions in history. It accelerates data analysis, automates repetitive and time-consuming tasks and is always available. At the same time, it can displace jobs, is expensive, is not always correct, and can be used for fraud and scams. The latter… Continue reading The FBI Birmingham office reports a rise in AI-related scams in Alabama
Auburn’s NIL deal for the Baylor game in Atlanta could be the start of a new trend
Auburn - It was both puzzling and upsetting when it was announced that Auburn’s scheduled home game against Baylor woth instead by played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, but the deal has taken on a new perspective that greatly benefits players via a lucrative NIL deal that could lead to more such neutral site game… Continue reading Auburn’s NIL deal for the Baylor game in Atlanta could be the start of a new trend
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken opened in Auburn on July 16th
Auburn - Hattie B’s Hot Chicken opened for business in Auburn on July 16th, and it’s a homecoming of sorts for Auburn 1976 graduate, Nick Bishop Jr., who co-founded the company with his father Nick Bishop Sr. Hattie B’s is located in the former home of the historic Tiger Theater at 121 North College Street.… Continue reading Hattie B’s Hot Chicken opened in Auburn on July 16th
Auburn celebrates new Goodwill facility in the city
Auburn - The City of Auburn celebrates its new addition to the community - Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers. has announced the grand opening date for its new store: , at 9:00 a.m. CDT. The Auburn store, located at 2040 South College Street, opened its doors on Thursday, July 9th, featuring a boutique-style experience… Continue reading Auburn celebrates new Goodwill facility in the city
Alabama’s Back-to-School 2026 tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 17-19
Statewide – Alabama’s Back-to-Schol sales tax holiday weekend has been scheduled fbegins 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 17, and ends midnight on Sunday, July 19. During many back to school purchases will be exempt from state sales taxes, as well as county and municipal sales taxes in jurisdictions that choose to participate. Included items include:Clothing… Continue reading Alabama’s Back-to-School 2026 tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 17-19
FBI warns of a rise in AI-related internet cyber-scams
Birmingham - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most remarkable and most dangerous technological inventions in history. It accelerates data analysis, automates repetitive and time-consuming tasks and is always available. At the same time, it can displace jobs, is expensive, is not always correct, and can be used for fraud and scams. The latter… Continue reading FBI warns of a rise in AI-related internet cyber-scams
