Heartbreak in Nashville: Vanderbilt outlasts Auburn in 45-38 overtime shootout
(11/09/25 2:36am)
The Auburn family hoped that handing the keys to interim head coach D.J. Durkin this week would provide a spark.
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Steady serving can't save the Tigers in 3-0 loss to Texas A&M
(11/08/25 5:59am)
Auburn volleyball battled hard, steadily raising their hitting percentage and consistent serving, but couldn’t overcome the Texas A&M squad, falling 3-0 (25-17, 25-22, 25-21) Friday night in Neville Arena.
Freedom Fest Weekend 2025: An opportunity to honor U.S. veterans
(11/09/25 12:19am)
On Nov. 7 and Nov. 8, Opelika celebrated American Veterans by hosting the first Freedom Fest Weekend. In past years, Opelika has organized an annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Veterans Day Program. Last year, with the help of Flags for Vets, a non-profit organization that purchases and raises the national flag on a lighted flagpole at the veteran’s house, a Freedom Fest Concert was also held. This year, more additions were made to the tributary festivities with the support of the City of Opelika, Flags for Vets, IS4S and ESPN, establishing a two-day-long tradition to recognize those who have served.
Ride like lightning, crash like thunder: A review of 'The Place Beyond the Pines'
(11/17/25 6:14pm)
There are films that entertain, and there are films that haunt you long after the credits have rolled. "The Place Beyond the Pines" belongs unmistakably to the latter. Derek Cianfrance’s third feature is not merely a story about men and their choices; it is a meditation on legacy, guilt and the invisible threads binding fathers and sons across time.
Tigers face Kennesaw State in final exhibition tune-up before spring season
(11/07/25 11:36pm)
This Saturday, Auburn baseball will go on the road to face Kennesaw State in its second exhibition game.
Durkin takes the helm as Auburn faces No. 16 Vanderbilt
(11/07/25 10:32pm)
This Saturday in Nashville, Tennessee, the Auburn Tigers will face the Vanderbilt Commodores in their first game under interim head coach DJ Durkin following Hugh Freeze’s dismissal earlier this week. This is not just another SEC road game for the Tigers; they’ll look to change the tone of a frustrating season after a 10-3 loss at home to Kentucky last weekend. Auburn also aims to take the lead in its all-time series against Vanderbilt, which stands at 22-22-1 since their first meeting in 1893.
Get to know: No. 16 Vanderbilt
(11/07/25 11:43pm)
For years, Vanderbilt football was the one game the rest of the SEC would circle on their schedule — not as a challenge, but as a confidence booster. It was a chance to rack up stats and give backups some playing time. Those days, however, are long gone.
Award-winning animation director Jamy Wheless introduces newest character at Auburn Public Library
(11/08/25 6:50pm)
Animator, veteran of Lucasfilm, director and Auburn University alumnus Jamy Wheless hosted an event at the Auburn Public Library on Nov. 7, at 9:30 a.m. to introduce one of his newest characters: Andy the future service dog. Andy made his debut in a short film directed by Wheless and is now the star of a brand-new children’s book based on the film.
Plainsman Picks: Auburn vs. No. 16 Vanderbilt
(11/08/25 7:41pm)
Auburn is set to face No. 16 Vanderbilt this weekend in FirstBank Stadium. Here's what our staff expects of the upcoming matchup:
Auburn downs Merrimack 95-57 in its second game of the Stephen Pearl era
(11/07/25 4:05am)
Auburn earned its second win of the Steven Pearl era, this time in more dominant fashion. The Tigers won 95-57 with outstanding defense and versatile scoring.
Plainsman Picks: Who will be the next head coach for Auburn football?
(11/17/25 2:47pm)
With Hugh Freeze getting fired recently and Auburn currently depending on an interim head coach, lots of questions are swirling about who Auburn's next head coach will be. Here's who our staff thinks should be heading to the Plains next season.
Noel in November: When Auburn students start listening to Christmas music
(11/12/25 3:35pm)
The unique aspect about holidays is that every individual celebrates them differently. While some are persistent in beginning Christmas festivities only after Thanksgiving, others eagerly await the morning of Nov. 1 to bring on the holiday spirit. There is one major point of contention, though, for all of those who celebrate Christmas. When is the proper time to start playing Christmas music? At Auburn, students have many answers, varying from July to December. Multiple factors affect their preferences, such as family traditions or just personal opinions.
AU Alert experiences malfunction
(11/06/25 6:42pm)
On Nov. 6, 2025, around noon, Auburn University released a series of AU Alerts which prompted University students, faculty and employees to receive multiple alerts at one time.
Tigers seek 2-0 start, facing Alabama State in home pener
(11/07/25 2:19am)
Auburn women’s basketball will be hosting Alabama State for its home opener at 1 p.m. CT on Nov. 8 in Neville Arena. The Tigers aim to carry the momentum from their overtime win against Charlotte into their first home appearance under new head coach Larry Vickers. Things look promising for Auburn as Alabama State is coming off a 73-44 loss.
Auburn volleyball looks for first ranked win of season
(11/06/25 4:39pm)
Auburn women’s volleyball is starting a tough two-game stretch this weekend with No. 6 Texas A&M coming to town. The Tigers have won three of their past four matches heading into this top-10 matchup and hope to get back in the win column after a recent loss to Georgia.
'Auburn is a special place': President Trump calls into TPUSA event at Neville Arena
(11/06/25 6:12am)
On Nov. 5, Auburn’s Turning Point USA (TPUSA) chapter hosted “This is the Turning Point Tour” in Neville Arena. The main speakers for the event were Senator Tommy Tuberville, Benny Johnson, Lara and Eric Trump. Lines formed for the event around 2:00 p.m. and the doors opened at 5:00 p.m.
'You can't be a family if you hate half of your population': Group protests TPUSA event
(11/06/25 4:25am)
Turning Point USA (TPUSA) held an event on Auburn’s campus on Nov. 5, 2025. In lieu of the event, protesters gathered at the intersection of Thach Concourse and South Donahue at 5 p.m. while the TPUSA event started at 6:30 p.m. The protest was peaceful and unaffiliated with any student organizations.
In memory of Lainey Anderson
(11/09/25 8:28am)
Filled with overflowing kindness and a welcoming spirit, Lainey Anderson made an effort to spread love wherever she went. During her time at Auburn, she was dedicated to including everyone at the table, while being a constant friend in her relationships. Anderson graduated from Auburn this past May with a degree in professional flight from the School of Aviation with a minor in finance. She was also a certified flight instructor at Sander’s Aviation in Jasper, Ala.
Auburn football to host a home-and-home with Notre Dame
(11/05/25 7:52pm)
Auburn football will play Notre Dame in a home-and-home matchup in the 2027 and 2028 seasons as part of its non-conference schedule, the team announced Wednesday afternoon. The 2027 game will be hosted by Notre Dame in South Bend, and the 2028 matchup will be hosted by Auburn in Jordan-Hare Stadium.
Auburn looks to make a statement versus Merrimack
(11/06/25 6:13am)
Auburn had some serious struggles and growing pains Monday night against Bethune-Cookman and will look to get back on its feet as it hosts Merrimack.