Katelyn Kirby

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Atlanta Field Office is seeking nominations for the 2022 Fall FBI Citizens Academy. The program will be held at the Columbus Police Department every Wednesday evening for seven consecutive weeks beginning Oct. 5, 2022, with a Saturday session on November 19.

On Saturday, September 10, Fort Benning Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) will host a concert at Wetherby Field featuring Jason Derulo.

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers (GoodwillSR) is hosting a multi-industry hiring event at its career center in Opelika on Thursday, July 21.

On Thursday, July 28, the Columbus Department of Public Health is hosting a drive-thru rabies clinic. The clinic will be held at the Columbus Health Department in the lower-level parking lot from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m.

On Thursday, July 14, Happy Heart Hype House opened its doors to the public. The Photoshop opened on Friday, July 15. News Leader 9 had the opportunity to visit both locations. Read more for a glimpse into both local businesses.

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On July 11, officers arrested 23-year-old Sky Naja Griffith on a felony warrant charging her with theft of property second degree.

After nearly 12 months in a temporary location, the Cusseta-Chattahoochee County Public Library invites the community to their grand reopening on Saturday, June 25.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop is located at 1678 S. College Street. The Auburn location is home to the first drive-thru for the Fuzzy’s brand. The taco shop offers dining room service and to-go ordering seven days a week.

Baby Steps exists to empower pregnant and parenting students at Auburn University by providing housing, support and community.

Samford University welcomes 40 women from across the state of Alabama to the Wright Center as they complete for the title of Miss Alabama 2022. For candidate No. 28, it is more than just a competition -- it is a chance to bring the title back to the plains, a community she proudly represents.

Former Russell County High School baseball coach Tony Rasmus is cleared of criminal charges accusing him of assault.

Protestors are gathering in Auburn after the Supreme Court’s decision Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade, stating that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion.

The Great Futures Gala raises money annually for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County.

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff introduced a bipartisan legislation this week to ensure that military service members and their families have access to mental health services.

Thursday was a big day for Georgia’s veterans as the Senate passed legislation to ensure that veterans get the lifelong care they need.

Auburn left Plainsman Park on Wednesday afternoon to head to Omaha, Nebraska for the College World Series.

No. 3 Oregon State beat No. 14 Auburn 4-3 Sunday night in game two of the Corvallis Super Regional, forcing a third game on Monday, June 13. With a win the Tigers would advance to Omaha, Nebraska for the College World Series.

On Tuesday, June 7, at 6 p.m. the Auburn City Council will appoint the Ward 4 councilperson replacement at the regularly scheduled Auburn City Council meeting - 141 N. Ross Street.

Auburn community leaders come together for a good cause. The Great Futures Gala will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County.

The SummerNight Downtown Art Walk is Friday, June 10 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the downtown Auburn entertainment district.