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University reports first case of monkeypox
(09/26/22 11:37pm)
Auburn University confirmed a student tested positive for monkeypox over the weekend, in an email sent to students Monday evening,
Suspect arrested after posting bomb threats against Opelika Middle School
(09/21/22 6:37pm)
On Sept. 20 and 21, two bomb threats were called into Opelika Middle School, leading to the evacuation of the school on both days and one arrest.
Auburn City Council announces opioid lawsuit settlement
(09/21/22 4:31pm)
On Tuesday, the Auburn City Council authorized the execution of a settlement agreement with Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries over the company’s involvement in the ongoing opioid epidemic.
Auburn Police searching for suspect in South College shooting
(09/19/22 7:47pm)
The Auburn Police Department announced that they are seeking a suspect in a fatal shooting that occurred at The Beacon apartment complex at 12:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 19.
Anytime Oil bringing mobile oil changes to Auburn
(09/22/22 5:47pm)
Working on cars had always been a part of Taylor Putman’s DNA. The great-grandson of a service shop owner, he is the latest in a line of mechanics that had passed Putman's Alignment Shop in Gadsden, Ala., down through the generations. Yet his involvement happened in an unconventional way.
The backstory behind The Collegiate Hotel mural
(09/20/22 11:46pm)
Easy Tiger, a brand-new statement piece for Auburn students to sit and relax outside The Collegiate Hotel, sparks old and new traditions for Kim Wirth.
Opelika Chamber of Commerce hosts Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors
(09/16/22 8:43pm)
People of all ages, students and families alike, gathered to see Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors and The National Parks play in Opelika, Alabama.
Nonprofit provides safe space for community
(09/18/22 4:27am)
In 2017, a group of students founded Pride on the Plains, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support the LGBTQIA+ community in Auburn, Opelika and surrounding areas.
Task Force looks to create more favorable working environment for Alabama women
(09/23/22 4:31pm)
Alabama launched a task force in August to close the gender-based wage gap in the Yellowhammer state. At 67 cents to the dollar, Alabama is one of the lowest contributors to the 82-cent national average, according to the Women’s Foundation of Alabama’s Vice President of External Affairs Rachael Bunning.
Cheeburger Cheeburger closing in downtown Auburn
(09/09/22 3:00pm)
After confusion spread on when Cheeburger Cheeburger will permanently shut down, the restaurant is now set to close on Sept. 30. The diner, which first opened in downtown Auburn in 1992, has served the area for more than 30 years.
City Council announces slate of improvement projects
(09/07/22 2:31pm)
Auburn City Council announced on Tuesday several capital improvement projects around town and a number of alcohol beverage licenses during a brief meeting.
Gunshots reported Monday night in south Auburn
(08/30/22 4:12pm)
At around 9:50 p.m. Monday, gunshots were reported near West Longleaf Drive.
Hey Day Market open for dinner amongst raving fanfare
(08/30/22 3:27pm)
Burgers sizzling, people chatting, a bustling new meeting place; all of this can be heard and seen at Hey Day, which opened for dinner on Tuesday, Aug. 23, after a week of only conducting lunchtime service.
Police find body of missing man in Lake Martin
(08/26/22 7:23pm)
Editor's Note: This story has been updated
Council announces new members after the municipal election
(08/24/22 1:07pm)
In an election characterized by low turnout, Auburnites chose on Tuesday to stay the course and returned all three incumbents on the ballot to the City Council.
Teaching restaurant and food hall opens in Auburn
(08/20/22 4:31pm)
This fall, the Tony and Libba Rane Culinary Science Center will house two new facilities that will serve the Auburn community while also acting as a teaching center for students enrolled in the university's hospitality program.
Auburn City Council discusses city-wide improvements and upcoming elections
(08/18/22 2:00pm)
On August 16, the Auburn City Council held its second meeting of the month. Mayor Ron Anders began by thanking public safety officials for working to provide School Resource Officers to local schools. Though the provision is not complete, Anders said he was hopeful that these SROs will soon be put in place.
What you missed in Auburn this summer
(08/24/22 7:12pm)
Welcome back, Auburn! From the opening of new restaurants to changes in the state senate, plenty has happened in the last three months. For those that spent their summer away from The Plains, a recap is in order. Here’s what happened in The Loveliest Village while students were gone:
The Pants Store to open in downtown Auburn
(08/19/22 7:00pm)
The Pants Store, a casual lifestyle men's and women's clothing store based in Leeds, Alabama, is coming to downtown Auburn in August 2022.