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Southern artist bridges the gap between science and art

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | August 28

There seems to be a divide in the academics world. On one plane, there’s math and science. On the other, it’s English and the arts. 

Jule Collins Smith Museum to host second film of the Southern Circuit Film Tour

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | March 9

Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art will host the second round of the Southern Circuit Independent Film Tour at 6 p.m. on Thursday night. 

Auburn Theatre's 'Chicago' opens to a full house

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | February 19

The musical, which describes itself as "a wing-ding," is set in prohibition-era Chicago, where the morals are loose and the gin is cold.

Out of the Box: Artist Talks kicks off with first-place winner

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | February 2

"I consider myself a storyteller," Rathert said as she began her talk. "Like most storytellers, I like to start at the beginning."

THE locAL market re-opens in family-tied location

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | January 16

Just a couple of doors down from the market's previous spot, owner Lauren Duncan has a new home for everything Alabamian made.

​Clara and the Nutcracker dance their way to Telfair Peet

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Writer | December 13

The regular opening performance of The Nutcracker will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15. The ballet will present two more regular performances at 2 p.m.

Making Trouble with the Guerrilla Girls: How a group of activists is fighting inequalities in the art world

By Rachel McGovern | Community Writer | December 8

The famous group visited The Plains last week, when Frida Kahlo, a founding member, came to Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art in honor of the 125th year of women at Auburn University.

Sound Wall in downtown Opelika offers a new space for music lovers

By Rachel McGovern | Community Writer | December 1

Opelika's music scene is being transformed with the addition of Sound Wall, a new music studio, located at 605 Avenue B.

Alabama Avenue strives for new persona

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | November 28

In 2005, fresh out of high school, Chambers County native Johnny Powell and a couple of his friends began the journey that fills the minds of adolescent music fans everywhere, starting a rock band.

In defense of reading

By Aidan Lambrecht | Lifestyle Writer | November 20

It can be hard to find time to read in today's busy world, but it is still a valuable and beneficial activity.

Hospitality Gala hosts top chefs from around the globe

By Caroline Kruza | Lifestyle Writer | November 10

The Hospitality Gala was the ultimate opportunity for students at Auburn University to showcase their year-long hard work and represent the renowned program as a whole.

REVIEW: AU Theatre's 'God of Carnage' is short and sweet

By Aidan Lambrecht | Lifestyle Writer | November 6

Though taking place inside just a single, unremarkable living room, this production of Yasmina Reza’s “God of Carnage” manages to keep its audience riveted throughout its short runtime. It is one long discussion that is at the same time stressful and awkward and funny and, above all, enjoyable.

THE LocAL Market owner keeps her love of art in hometown

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | October 26

Art educator, painter and, now, business owner Lauren Duncan's ties to the Auburn community go back generations.

Local artist colorfully maps out Alabama counties

By Mitch McCullough | Community Writer | October 25

Laura Murray created a coloring book with facts about all 67 counties in Alabama. 

Coffee Cat hosts literary open-mic night

By Camille Morgan | Community Writer | October 25

Every seat in the house at Auburn-cafe Coffee Cat was taken Tuesday night after staff reconfigured the furniture to turn the room into a mini-theater. 

Spinning in style: Vinyl records are back

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | October 9

However, the question remains, what sparked the sudden resurgence of vinyl records in the last decade after vinyl records were on the verge of becoming completely obsolete?

Creating opportunities with Alabama Prison Arts and Education Project

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | October 6

Kyes Stevens' life took a turn when she was given the opportunity to teach poetry at a prison in 2001. 

Art warms hearts: APL hosts Bravehearts Center

By Christina Sullivan | Lifestyle Writer | October 1

On Friday the Auburn Public Library was crowded with people in attendance to see the photography exhibit promoting disability awareness and inclusion.