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Plainsman Picks: Auburn vs. Baylor

Auburn and Baylor are set to clash in the season opener Friday night under the lights. Here’s what some of our sports staff has to say about the matchup between the Tigers and Bears, complete with score predictions and analysis.

SEC expands to nine-game schedule in 2026: Who will Auburn face annually?

This past Thursday, the Southeastern Conference announced that it will be implementing a nine-game football schedule beginning in 2026. 

'The Golden Years' of UPC's fall concerts: Joshua Bassett performs acoustic set

It’s no secret that Auburn University’s University Program Council goes all out for their First 56 concerts — with big names like The Driver Era, Maddie and Tae, Dayglow and The Brook and The Bluff performing in previous years. The fall concert on Saturday, Aug. 23, was no exception as Joshua Bassett made the stage at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center his own.

Family STEM Career Connect Day encourages new interests

On Saturday, August 23, the Opelika Public Library hosted “Family STEM Career Connect Day,” organized by the East Alabama STEM Ecosystem (EASE), with the mission to promote interest and passion in the STEM industry.

Auburn football claims seven national championships, bringing its total to nine

After years of only claiming two national championships, Auburn football is finally recognizing seven other championships won over the years, bringing the total to nine for the program.

Auburn to retire Cam Newton's No. 2 jersey

The wait is finally over! After 15 years, Auburn Athletics will retire 2010 Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton’s No. 2 jersey. The retirement ceremony will take place on October 11 during the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry at Jordan-Hare Stadium, when the Tigers will take on the Georgia Bulldogs. 

Letter to the Editor | Beware AI in classrooms

Dear Auburn Students:

Auburn Panhellenic welcomes record-breaking class on Bid Day 2025

On Aug. 16 following a week of formal recruitment, a record-breaking 2,153 new members ran home to one of Auburn University Panhellenic Council's 18 sorority chapters. Out of the 2,352 women who registered for recruitment, 92% of the potential new members (PNMs) received a bid. 

'Eli's Places' filmed an episode in Auburn while setting a world record in the process

In July, Eli Manning came to Auburn to shoot an episode of "Eli’s Places" for ESPN+, and I got the opportunity to sit down with him, as well as watch him attempt a world record.

Plainsman's Pointers | Panhellenic Playbook

From Toomer’s Corner to eagle flights to game day chants, Auburn adores its traditions, and as August grows near, the campus waits in anticipation for one of its most beloved: Panhellenic recruitment. In only two short weeks, over 2,000 girls will step onto campus to weather long walks in Auburn heat, loud parties and polished conversations all for the promise of sisterhood and lifelong community. Recruitment can be wonderful, but beyond all the fanfare and perfectly coordinated outfits, this process can be equally stressful. 

Page Pairings: Sharing sips and stories at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers

On the evening of July 17, Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers welcomed book lovers and wine connoisseurs alike to its July Page Pairings, a monthly, ticketed event where guests can enjoy a selection of six different wines that each correspond to a selected novel. This month’s event featured special appearances from authors Daco Auffenorde and Lori Roy.

Everything Hugh Freeze said at SEC Media Days

The Auburn Tigers took the main stage at the College Football Hall of Fame on Tuesday to preview the upcoming season and discuss expectations heading into year three of the Hugh Freeze era. 

Auburn wideout Malcolm Simmons arrested on domestic violence charges

Auburn wide receiver Malcolm Simmons was arrested early Wednesday morning, per the Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrest records.

Biggest takeaways from Auburn's appearance at SEC Media Days

ATLANTA – Following two straight losing seasons to kickoff Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze’s tenure, it’s “prove it time” on the Plains.

Auburn-Opelika ICE raids lead to arrests of fugitives and detainment of immigrants

Immigration raids occurred at local Auburn-Opelika Mexican restaurants on Tuesday, July 15, following an on-going, joint investigation by federal, state and local agencies. Authorities executed search warrants in relation to a federal indictment of fraud and abuse of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans for 52-year-old Cesar Campos-Reyes, who had been residing in Lee County. 

Auburn, Freeze ‘embracing the expectations’ entering 2025

Coach Hugh Freeze and the Auburn Tigers have wrapped up their day at the College Football Hall of Fame for SEC Media Days, and one common theme appeared evident.

Auburn star Ike Irish drafted No. 19 overall by the Baltimore Orioles

Across America, it’s every kid's dream to play in the big leagues.

Auburn basketball star Tahaad Pettiford arrested on DUI charge

Tahaad Pettiford, the lone returning player from Auburn’s historic 2025 Final Four squad, was arrested early Saturday morning by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. 

Eli Manning helps set world record at Toomer's Corner

On July 8, the Auburn Family joined Eli Manning, retired NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP, on his show Eli's Places in the rolling of Toomer’s Corner with over 3,000 rolls of toilet paper, officially setting a new Guinness World Record. Manning is the host for Eli’s Places, an ESPN+ series that celebrates college football by highlighting college football history and traditions. Auburn’s iconic tradition of rolling Toomer’s Corner after a sports victory is the next college tradition to be featured.