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False Alarm: Several Weather Sirens Accidentally Go Off In the Auburn Area

Ken Ward | January 28

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- According to the Lee County Emergency Management Agency, several weather sirens went off today in the Auburn area. EMA said in a Facebook post that there is currently no severe weather and that siren technicians are currently working to see what caused them to go off. Here is the full post from the Lee County EMA: "Thank you to everyone who messaged and called us in regards to hearing the sirens sounding in the Auburn area this afternoon. At this time there are no watches or warnings for our area.

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Two Former Tuskegee Police Officers Charged With Civil Rights Offenses

EETV Web Team | January 23

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV) – The Justice Department today announced that two former Tuskegee Police Department lieutenants, Alex Huntley, 53, and Darian Locure, 44, have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in the beating of an arrestee and an attempted cover-up.

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Opelika Man Running For State House District 38

EETV Web Team | January 23

Opelika, Ala. (EETV) – Today, U.S. Army Veteran & Republican, Todd Rauch, announced his candidacy for Alabama House of Representatives - District 38th, which covers parts of Chambers & Lee Counties. Upon his announcement, Rauch said.

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Additional arrests made in Auburn kidnapping, rape case

EETV Web Team | January 22

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Auburn Police have arrested Brian D. Askew, 3,7 and Corey B. Heard, 36, in connection to the kidnapping and rape of a 13-year-old female runaway that was reported in October 2017. Auburn Police charged Askew with Human Trafficking First Degree.

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University of Alabama SGA President Arrested

Ken Ward | January 21

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (EETV)- University of Alabama Student Government Association President Jared Hunter was arrested Sunday by Tuscaloosa Police and charged with driving under the influence. Hunter, who received widespread attention when he was elected in 2017, was the first African American SGA President to be endorsed by the University of Alabama’s “Machine” organization. Eagle Eye TV has reached out to the University of Alabama for comment and will update this story once we hear from them.

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Auburn Man Dies In Traffic Accident

EETV Web Team | January 20

LEE COUNTY, Ala. (EETV) – A single-vehicle crash at 10:26 a.m. today, Jan.

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Officers Respond To Alleged Trespassing Incident On Auburn's Campus

Ken Ward | January 17

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Officers with the Auburn Police Division responded to a criminal trespassing call Sunday afternoon on the campus of Auburn University. The incident was reported to have occurred in the 300 block of War Eagle Way, which is close to many of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering buildings. According to police spokesperson Lorenza Dorsey, officers made contact with two juveniles who were alleged to have trespassed on a construction site. The juveniles were not Auburn University students and were released to their legal guardians. No injuries or damage were reported.

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Free Flu Shot Clinic To Be Hosted In Opelika Tomorrow

EETV Web Team | January 17

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Influenza (flu) activity levels are increasing across the state of Alabama.

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Several Individuals Accused of Aspen Heights Robbery

EETV Web Team | January 17

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- On Jan. 16, 2018, Auburn Police arrested Jaken Dowdell, age 20, Martavious Dowdell, age 20, both from Auburn and Tevin Calloway, age 25, from Opelika.

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Some Auburn City Services Could Be Delayed Thursday, Most Offices Will Have Normal Hours

EETV Web Team | January 17

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- City services and facilities are scheduled as usual for Thursday, Jan.

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Interstate 85 Closed Due to Winter Weather

EETV Web Team | January 17

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Interstate 85 between mile 50 and 57 has been closed by authorities due to severe weather. This comes as multiple cities and counties across south central Alabama have moved to close roads due to icy winter weather conditions. Stay with Eagle Eye TV on web and social media for complete winter weather coverage.

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Thursday Closing and Delay List

January 17

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- These are the latest Thursday closings due to the winter weather facing Alabama.

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Lee County EMA Issues Travel Advisory Due to Winter Weather

EETV Web Team | January 17

Lee County, Ala. (EETV) – The Lee County Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with the Lee County Highway Department, has issued the following advisory for all Lee County: IMPASSABLE TRAVEL ADVISORY: On January 17, 2018 all roads and bridges in Lee County should be considered IMPASSABLE until further notice.

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Winter Weather Updates

EETV Web Team | January 16

Here are the latest winter weather updates: Tweet #eagleeyetv

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Alabama State Rep. George Bandy Dies

Ken Ward | January 16

OPELIKA, Ala. (EETV)- Alabama State Rep. George Bandy, D-Opelika, passed away Tuesday at the age of 72. Bandy was first elected to the Alabama Legislature in 1994 and represented portions of Lee and Russell Counties.

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Governor Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Weather

EETV Web Team | January 15

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV) – Governor Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency effective at 6:00 p.m.

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A Day On, Not A Day Off: Local MLK Day Volunteer Opportunities

Ken Ward | January 13

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Communities across the world are planning celebrations Monday to honor the life of Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  Many people who are off school or work Monday are participating in community service events, which have become a popular way to give back and honor King's legacy. For those in the Auburn area looking to give back, here are some local volunteer opportunities: The Auburn University Black Student Union and the Auburn University Alternative Student Breaks organization will be partnering to host a community service trip to Selma on Monday.  The cost is $20 which includes meals, travel and even an event t-shirt.

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Alabama Joins Effort To End Human Trafficking

EETV Web Team | January 12

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV) – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined Georgia-based nonprofit organization, Street Grace, and 10 other attorneys general in participating in an effort to raise public awareness of sex trafficking in Alabama.

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Auburn Arts Association To Host Quilt Exhibition Jan. 20

EETV Web Team | January 12

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Join the Auburn Arts Association (AAA) for an exhibition of Patchwork Quilts and Blue Jean Creations by Flavin Glover on Saturday, Jan.

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Traffic Alert: Portions of Gay Street To Be Closed Wednesday through Friday

EETV Web Team | January 12

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- The Public Works Department will be reworking concrete behind the curb and replacing pavers at the intersection of North Gay Street and Opelika Road beginning Wednesday, Jan.