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On Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Jordan-Hare stadium, 81,506 fans watch the Auburn Tigers take on the Furman Paladins for the 2009 Homecoming game.

When half-time comes and the band takes the field, the Top 5 candidates for Miss Homecoming line up for their introduction. Cheers erupt as each candidate’s name is called. Following the cheers is silence as fans await the announcement of Miss Homecoming 2009, Christian Becraft.

“It was the longest first quarter and the shortest second quarter,” says… Continue

Auburn, Ala. is ranked #16 among best small metro areas to launch a business according to CNNmoney.com on Oct. 15, 2009.

This national recognition is not the first for the city of 56,088 residents. According to Phillip Dunlap, Director of Economic Development for Auburn, this is one of seven national recognitions Auburn has received in the last two years.

Forbes recognized Auburn as being #10 best small place to launch a business and #1 in projected job growth out of 179 small metro areas.

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Simply Charming, a boutique in downtown Auburn, is entering a new market with the addition of bridal and prom to its merchandise mix. The new merchandise is set to hit the floor in January 2010.

“[The owner] wanted to provide a cute boutique environment where women can come in and try on wedding dresses,” says Kyndal Rogers who has worked at Simply Charming for two years.

The boutique opened its doors to the public Sept. 23, 2006, and catered to a diverse market of women. Recently, Simply Char… Continue