James E. Martin Aquatics Center at Auburn University The James E. Martin Aquatics Center at Auburn University is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a hub for aquatic activities, fitness, and community engagement. Named in honor of former Auburn University president James E. Martin, this center provides an exceptional environment for both competitive swimmers and […]
Community Car Seat Check
Community Car Seat Check Date: January 19th, 2023 Time: 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM Lee County Sheriff’s Office 1900 Frederick Road Opelika, AL 36801 P: 334.749.5651 Do you have a child’s car seat that you’re not sure how to install or just want to make sure that you’ve installed it correctly? Sign up to have a Child Passenger […]
Third Thursday Poetry Series at Pebble Hill
The Third Thursday Poetry Series at Pebble Hill located at 101 Debardeleben Street, Auburn, AL 36830 will take place on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 6 p.m. The reading will be by Austin Segrest. Originally from Alabama, Austin Segrest holds a PhD in Literature and Creative Writing (Poetry) from The University of Missouri (2014) and an […]
Colors for Children’s 5K (Color Fun Run)
Colors for Children’s 5K is taking place on February 18th, 2023 at 4:00 PM at the Auburn High School, 1701 E. Samford Ave.,Auburn, AL 36830. It begins on the track and expands to the areas surrounding the school. Each participant will be given a white race shirt and color powders will be thrown throughout the […]
Martin Luther King Day
Martin Luther King Day I have a Dream! Today, we honor the man who helped make the country feel more like home for everyone. “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, […]
11th Annual Polar Plunge in Auburn, AL
11th Annual Polar Plunge Save the date for the 11th Annual Polar Plunge on Saturday, January 28th, 2023 from 9 am – 11 am that is being held at the Samford Pool, 328 E. Samford Ave, Auburn, AL 36830. This event is held to support the Lee County Special Olympics. Individual and group costumes are […]
Auburn-Opelika named top-five growth city in America
Auburn-Opelika named top-five growth city in America by U-Haul. Every year U-Haul releases data on the top growth cities and states in America, as defined by the number of one-way truck rentals it sees in a calendar year. This annual report, called the U-Haul Growth Index, listed the Auburn-Opelika area as the No. 5 growth […]
National Village – Robert Trent Jones Golf Course
National Village – Robert Trent Jones Golf Course One of my favorite neighborhoods in Opelika, AL is the National VIllage and today I am highlighting one of the amenities, the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course. This golf course boasts 54 holes of championship golf and is built around the 600-acre Saugahatchee Lake, which is boat […]
National Village – Walking Trails
National Village – Walking Trails The National Village neighborhood is one of my favorite neighborhoods in the Opelika, AL area. Its vibrant and exciting environment provides a wide assortment of activities and events that keep the residents engaged and entertained. Today, I am featuring the walking trails. Hans and I explored them and give them […]
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa is the ideal getaway for the whole family. It is only 90 minutes from Atlanta’s Hartsfield International Airport and you are sure to experience the best of southern hospitality. Close to Auburn University or downtown Opelika. Southern Oak Restaurant offers many enticing American cuisine selections. If you enjoy golf, […]