Auburn, AL

About Auburn

• • Lionel Richie, the famous singer, attended Tuskegee Institute near Auburn.
• • Auburn University's Plainsman newspaper, one of the oldest college papers, started here.
• • Auburn's strategic location along the railroad put it on the map in the 19th century.
• • A meteorite fragment from the Sylacauga meteorite, the only documented case of a human hit, is at Auburn University.
• • The Civil War significantly impacted Auburn, leading to the temporary closure of Auburn University.
• • Named for a line in a poem, Auburn was founded in 1836 and incorporated in 1839.
• • With over 80,000 residents, the population is larger than some US state capitals.
• • Sitting at 705 feet above sea level, Auburn's elevation provides gently rolling terrain.
• • Education is a major industry, driven by Auburn University's large presence.
• • Auburn is a place of spirited tradition, warm community, and academic energy.
• • The Atlanta Braves, located a couple of hours away, won the World Series in 1995.
• • The 'Kick Six' in the 2013 Iron Bowl is one of college football's most iconic plays.

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