The Opelika and Auburn Police Departments have worked to build on their relationship with the Auburn-Opelika community since the killing of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor in 2020.
Opelika Police Chief Shane Healey and Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones said their departments haven’t made any major changes within the past three years, but have continued growing their programs, growing relationships in the community and improving the training for their officers.
Burlington, IA- Des Moines County Conservation is reminding residents the annual Eagle Watch Program will be taking place Saturday, January 21st. The program will start at the Port of Burlington at 10:00 am, with an eagle presentation. After the presentation, the program will move to Lock and Dam 18, for a chance to observe eagles. Program participants will drive their own vehicles to Lock and Dam 18. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars, but there will also be some binoculars available to borrow. This program is open to all ages. There is no fee or registration required to attend. For more information, contact Starr's Cave Nature Center, or visit them on Facebook.
The Auburn Police Department (APD) has announced the launch of Eagle Watch, a free security camera registration program available to all residents and business owners in the City of Auburn.