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Auburn Project Receives National Recognition

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 29

A group of Auburn students and faculty received the Campus Technology Innovator Award on July 21 for their current research project "Geospatial Mapping of the Coastal Communities of Alabama."The project was one of 11 winners from 448 nominations for the Campus Technology Innovator Award. The project is entirely student-run, but led by Dr. Chetan S. Sankar, principal manager and professor of management, and a team of Auburn faculty in the departments of geography, business and engineering.

Sports

Tiger Fans Have Something to Cheer About

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 29

Signed football? Check. Women's basketball poster? Check. No, this isn't Christmas in July. It's Auburn's annual Fan Day, a favorite event not only to Auburn fans, but also coaches and athletes."Fan Day is a great event that brings the Auburn Family together and allows fans, student-athletes and coaches to interact with one another," said head football coach Gene Chizik.

News

Opelika Celebrates Year of Small Towns and Downtowns

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 20

Barbecue, historic buildings, a free concert by local artists and pony rides were just a few of the treats Opelika community members enjoyed Saturday during its all-day celebration.Celebrate Opelika, an event coordinated by the City of Opelika and Opelika Main Street, was part of The Great Alabama Homecoming.

Sports

Zumba: The Aerobics of Our Generation

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 15

Auburn students looking to spice up their normal workouts should look no further than the Auburn Student Activities Center's year round Zumba classes that provide students the chance to dance their way into shape.

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Total Eclipse of the Bad Movie

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 5

Twilight fans all over the world gave a sigh of relief when they saw the newest movie release, "Eclipse," was finally everything the commercials said it would be. "Eclipse" is Stephenie Meyer's proof the third time is the charm.

Campus

Auburn Students Help Working Families Save Money on Taxes

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 5

Auburn students received recognition for their compassion and work ethic this tax season while working with SaveFirst, the largest volunteer tax preparation program in the state.

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Area Babies Now Eco-Friendly

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | June 12

It was a quiet afternoon last fall when Maria Bolanos-Turpin, a registered nurse, came up with the idea for Mamunchis. Sofia, her newborn daughter, was taking a nap, and Bolanos-Turpin was online looking for organic products for newborns, products she struggledto find in the Auburn-Opelika area.