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As the class of 2015 reaches the end of their educational journey, words of wisdom from someone who has taken the steps they are about to take are priceless.
While Auburn can be a happy home for most of the community, there are some citizens who cannot feel safe in their own homes. The Domestic Violence Intervention Center is a place for victims to come when they are in trouble.
John Brandt, owner of the War Eagle Supper Club, announced the bar will be closing after 78 years because of an increase in rent prices. Since this admission, frequenters and employees of the War Eagle Supper Club have shown how they feel about it on Facebook, particularly the page Anna White, employee at the War Eagle Supper Club, made called,“Save the War Eagle Supper Club.”
A call crackled out over the radio at 2:35 p.m. and four firefighters at Fire Station 1 on East Magnolia Avenue were on alert.
The Water Resource Management Department has partnered with the Save Our Saugahatchee and the Alabama Water Watch to improve the water quality of local creeks.
The Auburn City Council approved the execution of a contract with Innovyze, Inc. during their meeting Tuesday, March 17, that will effect approval of building projects in the community.
The Auburn City Council voted to execute a memorandum of understanding with the United States Marshals Service during their meeting Tuesday, March 17.
The Auburn City Council met for a concise meeting Tuesday, March 17, and they were able to pass every item listed on the agenda.
On Feb. 14, a shooting on Spencer Avenue resulted in the death of Deon T. Nelms. Cornelius C. Reese was arrested on a felony warrant charging him with the murder.
Brenton R. Egan, a 29-year-old Auburn resident, has been charged with first-degree robbery involving a convenience store located at the 1900 block of S. College St.
The community is mourning the loss of former Auburn Police Chief Frank “Buddy” DeGraffenried who died Thursday, March 5. As his nickname “Buddy” implies, DeGraffenried was a friend to many.
The 50th anniversary of the march on Selma, Alabama has people all over the country remembering the Civil Rights Movement and those who led it. Rev. Bernard LaFayette Jr. is one of those leaders, and he told his story March 4, at the Tuskegee History Center.
Residents of Ward 5 met Monday, March 2, at a public meeting to discuss the apartment moratorium the Auburn City Council passed Feb. 17. The moratorium has stopped the development of apartments, condominiums or any other form of ownership or operation within the University Service zoning district located east of College Street.
After 33 years of service, Auburn Fire Chief Lee Lamar died Feb. 18.
The Lee County Commission decided whether six requests for items would be drafted, advertised and sent through the legislative approval process to the Lee County Legislative Delegation on Feb. 23. The first three, a salary increase to Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones, a Sheriff Administrative Fee and subdivision speed limits were all passed.
On Feb. 17, the Auburn City Council passed an apartment moratorium that will stop the development of apartments, condominiums or any other form of ownership or operation within the University Service zoning district located east of College Street.
The Learning Tree, Inc. is having the Boots and Bow Ties Gala to raise money for their local preschool, The Little H.A.P.I.E Tree Preschool in Auburn.
On Feb. 17, 2015, the Auburn City Council passed an apartment moratorium that will stop the development of apartments, condominiums or any other form of ownership or operation within the University Service zoning district located east of College Street.
The Auburn City Council put a suspension on development when the council members present voted to pass an apartment moratorium. Councilwoman Beth Witten, Ward 3, and Councilman Clemon Byrd, Ward 1, were not in attendance. Property owners and citizens from all over the community attended the meeting Feb. 17, to argue for and against the moratorium. Councilman Brent Beard, Ward 4, said in nine years, he hasn't seen greater conflict brought before the City Council. "I've had communications with people on both sides of the fence for over a month now ... and they've all been right," Beard said. "I can't argue with any of them so it makes it very difficult." Effective starting Feb. 17, there will be a temporary halt on construction of multiple unit developments. This will include apartments, condominiums or any other form of ownership or operation within the University service zoning district located east of College Street, according to city documents. Councilman Gene Dulaney, Ward 7, said this was not a result of conflict surrounding the new development at 160 N. Ross St. as many citizens against the moratorium had mentioned. "When we look at multi-unit family development ... it's not following the normal supply and demand that we typically see in a competitive market," Dulaney said. "It's not sustainable and because it's not sustainable it's creating unintended consequences that are affecting our city as a whole." The moratorium will not impact any multiple unit developments that have received a zoning certificate from the City Planning Department, a valid land disturbance permit from the City Public Works Department or a construction or building permit from the City Codes Enforcement Division on or before Feb. 17. Councilman Tommy Dawson, Ward 8, said he thought it was time to look at the issue of the moratorium from a public safety standpoint. "We have people coming to live in these apartments that have been vacated by students, that frankly, we don't want in Auburn," Dawson said. "I primarily look at the safety of these kids." City documents state that the moratorium will be in effect for six months unless it is terminated or extended by action of the City Council. Mayor Bill Ham Jr. said he believes the council had to consider the impacts of their decisions on the community 50 and 100 years from now. "This community is not going to stop growing," Ham said. "As long as (we have) the quality of life, the school system, Auburn University and all the things that are good, people will continue to want to be a part of that." Other topics at the meeting included: -The council passed an annexation for the Industrial Development Board of the City of Auburn located south of Beehive Road. It will be approximately 78.35 acres. -The council passed an agreement with the City of Opelika for a traffic signal at the intersection of Opelika Road/Pepperrell Parkway and Commerce Drive. -The council granted a retail alcoholic beverage license to University Station RV and Resort as well as a request for a retail beer and wine license for the convenience store also located on the property.
Habitat for Humanity offers help to those who cannot afford the housing they need for themselves or their families, but they can't give out help unless they get some help of their own. Members of the community have started a flea market to benefit Habitat for Humanity ReStore. The ReStore is a state supported organization that helps Habitat for Humanity. "We're kind of an umbrella organization that serves them," said Drew Riley, Alabama ReStore manager. "What we do is provide contacts, services, and merchandise and generally help fund and support these efforts throughout the state." The flea market, located behind ReStore at 3831 Pepperell Parkway in Opelika, donates money to the ReStore. Patricia Mack, organizer of the flea market, said the idea for the market started from her online garage sale group, Restored Treasures, where people can buy items online and pay when they meet to pick it up. "We had been looking for a flea market area and Tony Harris, who was the previous store manager, had tried to get a flea market going there two years ago," Mack said. "He just didn't have the time or the resources to make it grow and he knew that we could, so it grew out of that discussion . . . through our online garage sale site." Vendors rent out spots and sell their items including items such as handmade jewelry, handmade soaps, clothing, furniture, antiques and kitchen utensils . "People go to auctions, they go to thrift stores, they are cleaning out their homes, it's items that other people have given them (and) mostly just their own personal items that they're selling," Mack said. The flea market is set up with sheltered spots in the back vendors can rent out, as well as outdoor spots. Vendors can rent a table for an additional fee. "None of the sales go to Habitat, just the rent, that's why I try to get as many vendors in as I can," Mack said. "The more vendors, the more income for Habitat." There is an opportunity for students who want to get involved in helping to raise money for Habitat for Humanity through the flea market. Hiram Williamson, volunteer coordinator at Alabama ReStore, said students can come to the store and sign up, and if they have opportunities to do things at the flea market they will send them there. "We have anywhere from four to five will come in and they'll go out there and help situate stuff," Williamson said. "They'll set up for the vendors to come in and stuff like that." Mack said that the flea market is starting to grow, but they want to get more young people involved and more vendors. Mack said the prices for the objects could range from $0.50 to $50. "It's a great opportunity to clean your house and clean your storage shed out and get some money, some income, rather than having a garage sale at your house," Mack said. "I advertise for them and it's a better venue then having something at your home."