Features
Austin’s Story – Austin 1st Foundation
by Ann Cipperly
As one of the first diagnosed with an ultra-rare genetic condition, Austin Terling was remarkable in his... Read More.
Byron’s Traditions Continue
by Christy Kyser
Byron’s Smokehouse in Auburn changed ownership in 2023 after 34 years in the Gulledge family, a quiet... Read More.
Leader of the Band
By Ann Cipperly
Carrying on his family’s love of music, Dr. Corey Spurlin has directed the Auburn University Marching Band... Read More.
New Experiences at Pursell Farms
Maybe you’ve heard of or even visited Pursell Farms, just down the road in Sylacauga. In case it’s been... Read More.
Martha’s Mission: Feeding East Alabama
by Ann Cipperly
Wen Martha Henk was grow- ing up in the Congo with her missionary parents, she developed a... Read More.
A Little Bit of Pickle Juice
by Ann Cipperly
Located in a country setting with quiet streets and houses shaded by tall, ancient trees, the town... Read More.
THE LEAD ACT – Christopher Heacox and Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University
by Ann Cipperly
As the curtain rises on the 2023–24 season at the fabulous Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts... Read More.
Center State – Performance Series Director Phillip Preston
by Ann Cipperly
Celebrating its 36th season with stellar productions, the East Alabama Arts’ Performance Series brings outstanding shows in... Read More.
We’ll Meet Again – A New American Musical
by Kate Asbury Larkin
Henry Stern is an Opelika legend. At 6-foot-6 with a personality even larger than that, Stern... Read More.
Herbs with Tia
by Ann Cipperly
While growing up on her grandparents' farm in Chamber County, Tia Gonzalez developed an interest in plats... Read More.
Cedric Brown – The Southern Silk Man
by Beth Witten
Each year I attend the annual Holiday Market at the Jan Dempsey Community Art Center in Auburn.... Read More.
