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February 09, 2010
Ala. to get $1.5M for nutrition, smoking cessation
Alabama will get $1.5 million in federal funds to increase physical activity, improve nutrition, reduce obesity, and decrease smoking
February 08, 2010
Auburn juvenile arrested for domestic incident
A 16-year-old Auburn juvenile was arrested and charged with domestic violence Sunday at an area shopping center.
Valley to hire parks director
Valley to hire parks director
Cross-country bike ride to benefit local food bank
The idea that Opelika resident Caroline Donnelly is peddling will potentially benefit several people across Lee County. However, turning that idea into reality will require some pedaling of a different kind.
Commission observes moment for fallen worker, hears quarry complaint
In opening Monday’s meeting, Lee County District 1 commissioner Mathan Holt asked for prayers for the families and friends of a worker killed at a work site on Lee Road 72 Monday as well as those there working with the East Alabama Paving Company and Lee County Highway Department.
Loachapoka students receive thousands in sports gear, supplies
School children returning to Loachapoka Elementary on Monday were in for a big surprise when they found thousands of dollars worth of new sports equipment and school supplies waiting for them courtesy of Hibbett Sports’ Operation Sports Renovation program.
Michelin program benefits businesses
Three area business are among the first recipients of loans from Michelin Development through a program designed to create new jobs in the community.
Smiths man shot, wife jailed
A Russell County corrections officer is in custody and faces an assault charge after a shooting incident involving her husband Monday morning.
Road construction on hold after worker killed
A local construction worker was killed Monday afternoon after being hit by a dump truck along Farmville Road.
February 07, 2010
Exhibit’s photos chronicle destroyed modernist homes
A new exhibition, on view Feb. 6 through April 17 at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, features a series of haunting images that record the demise of three abandoned houses designed by world-renowned architect Paul Rudolph, who earned his bachelor’s degree at Auburn University
Race raises funds for sarcoma research
About 75 people braved the cold Sunday morning for the Dash for Deb 5K Run/Walk, the Debi LeGette Memorial Race at Auburn University.
Man crashes truck into restaurant while fleeing police
An Opelika man faces a misdemeanor charge and multiple citations after he allegedly tried to run from police, and crashed his 1991 GMC Sonoma pick-up into the side of a Burger King restaurant in Valley.
AU Department of Theatre hoping to create a buzz with first production of the year
Word has it that audiences are in for a hilariously good time when the Auburn University Department of Theatre presents “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” this month.
February 06, 2010
Local girl’s ‘Hoops’ tournament raises $700 for Haiti
A charity basketball tournament organized by 10-year-old Sutton Smith of Auburn raised $700 for the earthquake ravaged nation of Haiti.
Loachapoka school gets facelift, AU Big Event kicks off
Loachapoka school gets facelift, AU Big Event kicks off
Wells concert to benefit Museum of East Alabama
Wells concert to benefit Museum of East Alabama
Hostage suspect’s name released
Hostage suspect’s name released
February 05, 2010
Auburn hostage situation ends peacefully
A 27-year-old Auburn man is in police custody after a brief hostage situation Friday night.
AU trustees approve new vet facility
A new 158,000 square-foot small animal teaching hospital was among the capital projects approved by the Auburn University board of trustees Friday.
Suspect named in Ty Garner accident
Auburn police believe Andrew M. Holland is responsible for hitting avid bicyclist Ty Garner while he was driving along Shug Jordan Parkway the morning of Aug. 8, but the young man has not been arrested or charged with any crime.
Hoops for Haiti tips off today
Sutton Smith may not be able to dunk a basketball, but she hopes to score big today as the organizer of a charity basketball tournament to benefit the American Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti.
AU trustees approve housing fee increase
The Auburn University board of trustees approved housing rate increases for the Auburn and Montgomery campuses and a phased meal plan for AUM students at its meeting Friday in Willow Hall in the Village.
All quiet at VictoryLand Friday
Buses and security patrol cars blocked the main entrance into VictoryLand Friday as the only activity at the Macon County gaming facility was suspense and a cold rain.
North Alabama teen shot in head at school
A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after authorities say he was shot in the head while walking in a Madison middle school.
All quiet overnight at VictoryLand
Buses and security patrol cars blocked the main entrance to VictoryLand Thursday night and into Friday morning as the only overnight activity at the Macon County gaming facility proved to be suspense and a cold rain.
February 04, 2010
University anticipates big impact from MRI center
The governor and Auburn University officials predict a new $21 million magnetic resonance imaging center, which broke ground Thursday, will enhance the university’s research capabilities, improve the quality of life in the region and drive economic development.
Opelika student wins county spelling bee
The word precipice is defined as a very steep, overhanging place or a hazardous situation.
That same word spelled victory for Opelika Middle School sixth-grader Kevin Lazenby, who walked away with the title of 2010 Lee County Spelling Bee champion Thursday at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art.
Ty Garner going home
The ongoing saga for Ty Garner and his family begins a new chapter next week when the avid cyclist returns home to Opelika after spending the past six months in various hospitals between Alabama and Georgia.
AU group plans trips to Bolivia to make infrastructure improvements
The Auburn University Chapter of Engineers Without Borders will make two trips during the next two summers to Quesimpuco, Bolivia, where students will help build infrastructure in the remote town.
Opelika Fire Department fights fifth fire of 2010
A fire in the 500 block of North Antioch Circle kept Opelika firefighters busy Wednesday.
