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Kathryn Kennedy holds flowers after learning she will be the newest Miss Auburn on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

Kathryn Kennedy reflects on year as Miss Auburn

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | March 4

“All the time spent with that role and just balancing student life and that was so so worth it. Every event and every opportunity and experience I got to do was truly so amazing.”

Applications now open for SGA assistant vice president, cabinet positions

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | March 4

Now that the Student Government Association executive team has been solidified, applications are open for the assistant vice president and cabinet positions.

Student-ticket system, guest passes discussed at SGA Town Hall

By Trice Brown | Campus Reporter | March 4

At the SGA Town Hall on athletics and student tickets, panelists discussed challenges of perfecting the student-section experience and the problems affecting that experience.

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Students have mutually beneficial relationship with local sisters

By Halle Boso | Campus Writer | March 4

Auburn seniors Grace Burkes and Jessie Floyd have been mentors to a pair of local sisters since they were freshmen. The relationships have provided the sisters with guidance, and the two mentors have learned a lot about themselves as well.

Activist continues Delta Speaker Series with talk on intersectionality

By Trice Brown | Campus Reporter | March 4

Activist Jordyne Blaise continued the Delta Speaker Series with a focus on intersectionality in leadership.

Search and rescue resumes after at least 23 killed by tornado in Lee County

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 4

Search and rescue operations are resuming this morning after emergency personnel were forced to call off efforts Sunday night because of darkness and dangerous debris.

Sheriff: Death toll rises to 23 after 'catastrophic' tornadoes hit Lee County

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 3

A spokesman for East Alabama Medical Center says dozens are being treated for injuries.

All clear: Tornado warnings, watch canceled in Lee County

By Staff Report | March 3

All Tornado Warnings in Lee County have been canceled, but a Tornado Watch remains in effect at this time.

A look inside the Gogue Performing Arts Center

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 2

Construction is nearing an end on Auburn University's new $70 million Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center.

Tiger Giving Day breaks donor records

By Staff Report | March 1

The fourth Tiger Giving Day took place on Feb. 21 and lasted 24 hours. Projects ranged from research studies to student-led initiatives. Thirty-one of the projects were fully funded by donors, with the remaining projects receiving more than 50 percent of necessary funds.

Jury Watch: No verdict Friday. Jury will return Monday for more deliberations.

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 1

The jury came with questions for Circuit Judge Christopher Hughes. They asked about lesser charges and whether they could come back Monday for more deliberations. Minutes later, the jury decided to go home for the weekend. Jury deliberations will continue Monday, March 4, at 8 a.m.

A day in the life of a Pi Chi

By Lauren Pieper | Lifestyle Writer | March 1

Recently, 126 women have been chosen to be Pi Chis for 2019 fall formal sorority recruitment.

Tiger Transit trial begins second day of testimony

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | February 28

The second day of testimony began Thursday morning in the trial of the former Tiger Transit driver charged with rape and sodomy of an 18-year-old Auburn student.

Auburn Arena offers different kind of wedding venue

By Ellie Falconer | Community Writer | February 28

Couples have the option to host their wedding reception inside the Auburn Arena, although, this is a rare opportunity because of a few limiting factors.

Academic Coaching will continue to offer free, drop-in sessions for mid-term week

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | February 26

Academic Coaching will continue to offer free, drop-in sessions during mid-term exam week.

Jury selected to hear case against former Tiger Transit driver charged with rape, sodomy

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | February 26

The jurors will decide the case against Tony Patillo, who was charged in September 2017 with two first-degree counts of felony rape and sodomy. He also faces one count of public lewdness.

A look into the rich history of Auburn traditions

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | February 26

Olive Goldsmith wrote a poem “The Deserted Village” in May 1770. Not only does Auburn take its nickname from this poem: “Sweet Auburn, Loveliest Village on the Plains,” but also the Tigers: “where crouching tigers await their hapless prey…”

Auburn's 'oasis': New plan for the Medicinal Plant Garden

By Scott Berson | Assistant Community Editor | February 26

Auburn's Medicinal Plant Garden was an oasis of herbs, flowers and shrubs. Now it's a parking lot. But there are plans to rebuild it bigger and better than ever.

City, University to host off-campus housing focus groups

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | February 25

Students are invited to participate in the focus groups Wednesday, Feb. 27, and Monday, March 4.

$43.3 million in federal funds awarded to Auburn for agriculture facility

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | February 25

Research at the facility will focus on improving the productive and sustainable use of soil and water resources for increased crop and livestock production.