Jay Jacobs: All in the family … experience AU

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 3rd, 2010

There’s just nothing quite like being here.” This slogan from the Auburn and Opelika Tourism Bureau says it all.

Ala. has money remaining for appliance rebates

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 3rd, 2010

Alabama has $1.8 million remaining from the federal stimulus program for rebates for consumers who buy new energy-efficient appliances.

Upcoming exhibit at Auburn’s Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Artdepicts ’30s attitudes

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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For some, art can depict a way of life. But for artists during the Great Depression, art was life — or at least a livelihood.Elizabeth Broun, director of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, shared the artists’ stories Thursday at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University.

Chambers Co. Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of K-9 unit’s ‘Kilo’

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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The Chambers County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its own. Kilo, 6, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, according to a statement issued by the office. A necropsy will be performed at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine to determine the cause of death.

Biker struck in Auburn

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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A motorcyclist who was airlifted to Columbus Regional Medical Center with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a pickup truck Thursday morning on North Ross Street in Auburn has been identified as Jesse J. Anderson, 28, of Auburn.

Auburn Block party marks start of football

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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The party starts tonight in downtown Auburn. The first Friday Night Block Party of the 2010 Auburn University football season kicks off at 6 p.m. East Magnolia Avenue will be closed from College Street to Gay Street, starting at 5 p.m., for the party, sponsored by Momma Goldberg’s Deli and ...

Knology, Opelika agree to franchise terms

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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Opelika’s residents may soon have another cable provider. The city of Opelika and Knology Inc. agreed on terms for a non-exclusive franchise agreement and pole attachment agreement, according to a Knology release Tuesday.

Event showcases raptors before Auburn University home games

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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They’re seen soaring high above Jordan-Hare Stadium on game days. Eagles and other raptors can be seen up-close today.

Freedom of Speech, Freedom to game!

posted by AU Computer Gaming Club in September 2nd, 2010

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Hey guys! I just recently received an Atari newsletter via email with this as one of its features, and, as it has relevance to us, as gamers, I thought I'd see about posting it. ;) Basically, it's to do with the gaming violence laws that morons keep trying to pass; but, this time, it has reached Supreme Court... :(

Motorcyclist struck, airlifted to hospital in morning collision

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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A motorcyclist was been airlifted to Columbus (Ga.) Regional Medical Center, Thursday morning with life-threatening injuries after a collision with a pickup truck near the intersection of East Glenn Avenue and North Ross Street in Auburn.

Ala. tax collections remain below last year’s

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 2nd, 2010

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Alabama officials report that tax collections for the state Education Trust Fund were down 1.8 percent in the first 11 months of this fiscal year compared to the same period a year earlier.  

Raptor center to release barn owls

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 1st, 2010

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Barn owls are native to most every state, but are rarely seen in Alabama. “They’re smart and hard to find in the wild,” said Liz Crandall, raptor rehabilitation specialist at the Southeastern Raptor Rehabilitation Center with Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

Auburn University luncheon honors veterans

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 1st, 2010

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Some were dressed in three-piece suits, complete with ties. Others wore jeans. Some donned their full military regalia. But they all had one thing in common — at some point they had served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Loachapoka students get netbooks

posted by oanow.com - Local News in September 1st, 2010

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When Timmesia Maddox needs help with homework, she can ask her teacher — using the Internet. Maddox was one of approximately 45 Loachapoka High School seniors to receive HP netbooks equipped with wireless Internet access cards Wednesday night as part of Auburn University’s college prep initiative.