Tuskegee University has been designated a National Historic Site. Auburn University/Higher Education Auburn University’s research and service provides an annual $5.6 billion impact to the state of Alabama and the university is Lee County’s largest employer. It has more than 150 degree programs and more than 30,000 graduate and undergraduate students.…
Spotlight on Lee, Russell & Macon: Economic Engines
Anchored by Auburn and Tuskegee universities, these counties' economies are diverse, with an array of manufacturers, retailers and tourism-related entities.