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February 16, 2008
‘Big Event’ bigger than ever with record number of volunteers
The Auburn University Big Event was bigger than ever this year with a record number of volunteers and outreach projects in two counties.
Hand appointed Opelika municipal judge
Longtime local resident and attorney Ben Hand was recently appointed as one of two municipal judges for the City of Opelika.
Going digital
In 366 days ... all ‘rabbit ears’ will need a little help. Analog over-the-air broadcasts will cease Feb. 17, 2009, when they will be replaced a digital signal. If you have an analog TV, you’ll need a digital-to-analog converter box to watch TV with a rooftop antennae or ‘rabbit ears.’
Ellen Show hosts TU Marching Band
After a stellar performance at the recent 2008 Honda Battle of the Bands, the Tuskegee University’s Marching Crimson Piper Band was selected to appear on the Emmy Award-winning talk show.
Crime Stoppers offers reward in alleged check forging scam
Lee County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to the identification of individuals who investigators believe may be involved in a check forging scam.
Ties that bind
Local group offers extended family to parents with adopted children from Asian countries
February 15, 2008
Hooters location changes owners, names
The South College Street building that recently housed Hooters will soon be a new sports-themed restaurant.
NIU tragedy bound to spark growth of AU Alert
The number of people signed up for Auburn University’s emergency notification is only going to increase in the wake of Thursday’s shooting at Northern Illinois University.
Groundbreaking ceremony held for replacement bridge in Notasulga
After waiting three years, a destroyed bridge will finally be rebuilt, connecting the two sides of a rural town.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County to hold bowling fundraiser
Later this month when the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County holds its Inaugural Bowling Event, there will hopefully be a lot more strikes.
Christian group offers amputees support
To make this team, there aren’t any tryouts held and every roster member gets inked to a long-term contract. The C.A.S.T. Ministries (Christian Amputee Support Group) is a non-profit support group for amputees and their families that officially incorporated in November 2006.
Message in the music: Radio station answers to a higher power
Their playlist reflects a belief in a higher power. And now they’re operating at full power.
February 14, 2008
N. Illinois shooter identified
DEKALB, Ill. — The gunman who killed six people in a Northern Illinois University lecture hall before committing suicide was identified Friday as 27-year-old former student Steven Kazmierczak, according to Florida authorities and a university official familiar with the investigation.
AU student in SI swimsuit issue
Jessica Trainham, a 22-year-old Auburn University student, is featured in the Sports Illustrated 2008 swimsuit edition.
Flurry of Valentine’s Day weddings at county courthouse
As of 4 p.m., the courthouse had seen more than 10 Valentine’s Day marriages.
APD steps up recruiting efforts
Auburn police are working to fill the ranks.
KIA construction in West Point on schedule despite recent rains
Construction on the Kia plant site in West Point, Ga., is moving forward as scheduled despite recent wet weather.
Planning commission approves plan changes
The Auburn Planning Commission approved changes to plans for an apartment complex Thursday, but not without considering a creek and trail in the complex.
Bush approves rebates; Riley wants to waive rebate taxes
President Bush signed a bill Wednesday that would give most taxpayers a rebate in the amount from $300 to $1,200. Legislators hope Americans will spend the money and give the economy a needed boost. Meanwhile, Gov. Bob Riley has expressed support for a bill that would keep state residents from paying state taxes on those federal rebates.
AU women take the floor for a good cause
Auburn Women’s’ Basketball team will take part in the WBCA’s “Think Pink” for the first time Sunday when they host South Carolina at Beard-Eaves Memorial Coliseum.
What’s love got to do with it?
Thursday will end with the exchange of cards, candies and flowers for most folks, but the man for whom Valentine’s Day is named had anything but a storybook ending to his day.
Flower, jewelry sales, courthouse marriages rise on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is good for lovers’ hearts and local businesses’ pockets, too.
February 13, 2008
County provides science teachers with severe weather materials
Emergency Management Agency and schools prep for Severe Weather Week
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers gear up for tax season, preparation program
Volunteers offer free tax preparation for eligible residents.
Wanted jobs: AU SGA seeking more sites for Saturday’s service project day
The Student Government Association at Auburn University has more volunteers than ever to help with Saturday’s Big Event, but not enough work for them to do.
February 12, 2008
Police Briefs
Fire destroyed a mobile home belonging to Lee County Commissioner Mathan Holt Monday night, according to Auburn police reports.
A man robbed University Chevron in the 100 block of North College Street early Tuesday morning, according to a statement released by Auburn police.
AU to search for new provost to replace Heilman
When Dr. John Heilman stepped in as provost at Auburn University in the spring of 2005, he knew it was a temporary gig.
He agreed back then, that if he was going to be considered to fill in for Thomas Hanley, he would only do so until the new president selected a permanent provost.
Dr. Jay Gogue has been at the helm on The Plains since July, but Heilman didn’t announce his intentions until recently. Gogue broke the news to members of the University Senate during its meeting Tuesday.
He said Heilman will stay on until the end of the calendar year. The search for a new provost won’t start until the summer, Gogue said, with top candidates visiting campus in September. The final decision process will start then in January.
Pottery expert speaks at museum
To say that Joey Brackner is excited about Alabama’s colorful folk pottery history would be an understatement.
He is fired up about the earthenware vessels that chronicle some of the cultural influences of the region.
Site to become more than reasearch park
America’s research parks began a transition in about 2000 says the Auburn Research Park’s executive director.
“Parks began to transition from being just locations for companies to build buildings and to locate near university campuses,” said Dr. John D. Weete, Auburn Research Park executive director.
“Parks are becoming more university-affiliated, in what is referred to as a “mixed-use” campus,” he said. “That means not just having companies locate on campuses, but to offer services to these companies shifting more toward small high-technology companies, start-up companies giving incubator support to these companies to help them become successful.
Alabama Wildlife Federation honored
MAX Community Credit Union recently honored the Alabama Wildlife Federation as the recipient of the 2008 MAX Community Achievement Award at their annual MAX Community Reception.
