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Suspect identified in Yugo North shooting: An individual suspected of shooting a man at the Yugo North apartment complex on March 2 is currently on the run and believed to be "armed and dangerous," according to police.

A stone sign displays "Auburn North," flanked by trees and modern apartment buildings under a cloudy sky.

Suspect identified in Yugo North shooting

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant Content Editor

An individual suspected of shooting a man at the Yugo North apartment complex on March 2 is currently on the run and believed to be "armed and dangerous," according to police.

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The Auburn City Council meets to discuss The Foundry amongst other topics on March 3 at 6 p.m.

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Brian Scott Barrett, 53, was arrested and charged in connection to spousal abuse on Feb. 24.

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J&M Bookstore, a place to buy gifts, souvenirs and supplies for your classes located on College Street.

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On Oct. 15, War Eagle Girls and Plainsmen attend the 2025 Hey Day pep rally. Contributed by Abigail Holbrook, Student Involvement photographer.

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Amber Irwin wears a War Eagle Run Fest shirt before the race, Feb. 28, 2026 in Auburn, Ala.

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Faculty reads copy of The Plainsman from the 1960s to the 1980s.

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The Auburn Women's Basketball team high fives Alabama state after Auburn wins the game at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala. on Nov. 8, 2025.

Auburn stuns Texas A&M to keep season alive in gritty SEC Tournament opener

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer

Tahaad Pettiford flies to the basket for a dunk against LSU on March 3, 2026

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By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor

A baseball player in a blue jersey is in a pitching stance on the mound, while a runner in a gray uniform heads towards first base.

No. 7 Auburn baseball defeats Samford behind dominant pitching efforts

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A two-story red brick house is surrounded by lush green plants and wisteria flowers, featuring decorative windows and a central doorway.

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The exterior of Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church. Archived Photo.

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

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A wall displays a mix of photographs, graphics, and a quote celebrating Auburn University and its community spirit.

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