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Man charged with manslaughter in connection to death of Whitney Robeson

By Gracie Goodman | News Editor

Jeffrey Scott Towers, 54, was charged with manslaughter following the investigation into the March 7 death of 22-year-old Whitney Robeson at his home in the 7700 block of Deer Trail in Trussville, Alabama. Towers was booked into the Jefferson County Jail without incident on May 11 and later released on a $30,000 bond.

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No. 5 Auburn caps off regular season with 14-4 run rule victory

By Lila Weitz | Sports Writer | May 16

Late rally falls short as No. 5 Auburn drops series to No. 4 Georgia

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | May 16

No. 4 Georgia edges No. 5 Auburn in pitchers’ duel

By Rory Garvin | Assistant Sports Editor | May 14

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Gov. Kay Ivey sets August 11 special primary election

By Amanda Machamer | Editor-in-Chief

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Supreme Court clears way for Alabama to eliminate majority-Black district

By Amanda Machamer | Editor-in-Chief and Sydney Gallardo | Newsletter Editor

A large sign displays "Bailey-Alexander Complex, City of Auburn, Water and Sewer Services" in front of a brick building and trees.

Phase II Drought Warning remains in effect, city says

By Amanda Machamer | Editor-in-Chief

Lucky Man Studio’s main room on Sept. 18, 2025.

Auburn student artists showcase original works at Lucky Man Studio

By Kristen Kloman | News Writer

Samford Hall on campus at Auburn University in Auburn, Ala.

DoD awards Auburn University $48 million to further defense research

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief

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Auburn Board of Trustees grants final approval of Jordan-Hare Stadium North project

By Asher Cassee | Sports Writer

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No. 1 Auburn takes down fourth ranked Ohio State to advance to the Championship

By Reid Farris | Sports Reporter

Two women, wearing matching sports outfits, embrace each other joyfully while one holds a tennis racket.

No. 1 Auburn rallies past No. 10 LSU, advances to NCAA semifinals

By Rory Garvin | Assistant Sports Editor

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Auburn lands commitment from Lithuanian guard Mantas Rubštavičius

By Lila Weitz | Sports Writer

Nancy Barry teaches students from BraveHeart Center for Place and Purpose how to use an autoharp. Contributed by Nancy Barry.

Auburn professor leads music program for students with disabilities

By Emily Edgy | Lifestyle Writer

The Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University.

Boys and Girls Clubs of East Alabama to host 36th annual Great Futures Gala

By Foster Mayhall | Lifestyle Writer

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Studying in the spotlight: An Auburn student’s experience with professional cheerleading

By Lorelei Young | Lifestyle Writer

Family of the late Katie Bell Avery stand in front of the newly erected historical marker in front of Bell Missionary Baptist Church, Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Auburn, Alabama.

A century of footprints: Bell Missionary Baptist Church celebrates 100th anniversary

By Kristen Kloman | News Writer

Wearing an orange and blue sweater, Danyelle Hillman is lifted and poses for a stunt. Contributed by Danyelle Hillman.

Danyelle Hillman: Auburn's first African American female cheerleader

By Jennifer Santiago | Content Editor

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The legacy of Harold A. Franklin

By Gracie Goodman | News Editor

EDITORIAL | On NIL regulations: Are we being selfish?

By Jordan Bynum Wright | Opinion Editor , Editorial Board Spring 2026 and James Dewberry | Columnist

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COLUMN | Orchestrated political division is ruining our country

By Cullen Emerson | Columnist

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR | Feeding the need: A call for investment in the AEDC

By Tiffany Brown , Rachel Andrade-Frietchen , April Smith and Kristin Denmark