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Lee County Sheriff's Office to hold "Drug Take Back" event

Lee County Sheriff's Office to hold "Drug Take Back" event

This Saturday April 27 from 10:00 am to 12 Noon CDST, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office will partner with the Drug Enforcement Agency in a “Drug Take Back” program to be held at Beauregard Drugs located at 7667 AL Highway 51 in the Beauregard community. This initiative provides the opportunity for the public to rid their homes of unused, unwanted and out-of-date prescription medicines. This is a free service and no questions are asked by officials participating in the effort. Last September alone, Americans turned in more than 244 tons of prescription drugs at over 2,500 sites operated by the DEA and their state and local law enforcement partners. This program addresses vital public safety and public health issues by properly disposing of medicines that otherwise might be diverted or misused. Studies have indicated that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends and many times the source is the home medicine cabinet.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day set for April 27

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day set for April 27

ADMH is encouraging the public to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day by safely discarding of unwanted and unused prescription drugs at collection sites throughout the state. Take Back Day will be held this Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Local collection sites can be found by visiting www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback/index.html. The service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked.

This effort represents the sixth opportunity in three years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. The DEA, as well as state and local law enforcement, collaborate to offer the initiative. Last September, Americans turned in 244 tons of prescription drugs at over 5,200 sites.

Register for Summer Camps and Programs at the Dean Road Recreation Center Beginning April 29

Register for Summer Camps and Programs at the Dean Road Recreation Center Beginning April 29

Auburn, Ala. - Summer is just around the corner and Auburn Parks and Recreation is gearing up for summer camps, programs, special events, and classes. Registration for summer camps and programs begins Monday, April 29 at 8 a.m. at the Dean Road Recreation Center, 307 South Dean Rd. Camp and program registration is accepted on a first come, first serve basis weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Art camp registration will be held at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center, 222 East Drake Ave.

Auburn CityFest 2013 to Feature Live Shark Encounter

Auburn CityFest 2013 to Feature Live Shark Encounter

Auburn, Ala. - It’s time for one of Auburn’s favorite spring traditions - Auburn CityFest 2013, presented by the Opelika-Auburn News! Join Auburn Parks and Recreation as we host this annual event on Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Kiesel Park. CityFest is Auburn’s largest, FREE, outdoor festival featuring live music, children’s activities, arts & crafts and fine arts exhibitors, food, non-profit booths, and much more!

Enjoy a CityFest with Caribbean flair as the Auburn CityFest Committee welcomes its headlining entertainment, A1A, the official and original Jimmy Buffett tribute show. Enjoy other live musical entertainment by the UAB Steel Drum Band, the Uncle Roy Show, and local favorite - Martha's Trouble.

ARCOS FILMS PRESENTS: SWITCH - Discover the Future of Energy

ARCOS FILMS PRESENTS: SWITCH - Discover the Future of Energy

Auburn University, Sciences Center Auditorium

Monday, April 22 at 5:30pm

 

Is fracking polluting our water? How dangerous is nuclear? Will we run out of oil? Can we clean up coal? Will renewables power our future?

 

Get the straight answers to today’s most important energy questions in Switch, the acclaimed new documentary and web video series.

 

In Switch, energy visionary Dr. Scott Tinker travels the world, exploring leading energy sites from coal to solar, oil to biofuels, most of them highly restricted and never before seen on film. He seeks the truth from the international leaders of government, industry and academia. In the end, he cuts through the confusion to discover a path to our energy future as surprising as it is practical.

 

2013-14 AUM cheerleading information announced

2013-14 AUM cheerleading information announced

Auburn University at Montgomery cheerleading coach Amanda Brasington is seeking interested individuals for the 2013-14 Warhawks' Cheerleading squad. Tryouts will be held from Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28 in the AUM Wellness Center.

In order to participate in the tryout, individuals must be a full-time student enrolled at AUM and must have an overall cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher. Freshmen or transfer students must have been accepted to AUM by the first day of tryout clinics and must bring their letter of acceptance in order to tryout.

Required information to bring to the tryout include: a physical form, tryout agreement and waiver, a tryout information sheet, a photo copy of your insurance card and a $40 cash or check (made payable to AUM Cheerleading).

Auburn Public Library to Celebrate National Library Week

Auburn Public Library to Celebrate National Library Week

Auburn, Ala. - The Auburn Public Library invites you to join us in celebrating National Library Week, on Tuesday, April 16th from 2:00 to 6:00. The event will highlight the Library’s many unique collections and services and will include grab bags and door prizes provided by the Friends of the Auburn Public Library. 

On Saturday, April 20th from 10:00 to 12:00, the Library will open its Children’s Garden for a family gardening session with the Friends. Members of the Friends will also be available to answer questions about the Auburn Public Library, the Friends of the Library organization and how to help support the Auburn Public Library.