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Lee County officially recognizes Day of Remembrance in honor of racial terror lynching victims

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | November 6

On Nov. 5, Lee County officials recognized the Day of Remembrance in honor of victims of racial terror lynchings.

APD investigates shooting on North Donahue

By My Ly | Content Editor | November 5

The Auburn Police department is currently investigating a shooting that took place in the 400 block of N Donahue Drive in Auburn.  

In Alabama Senate District 27, Reese and Hovey square off

By Bri Johnson | News writer | November 4

This Tuesday, Auburn City Councilman Jay Hovey is facing off against Sherri Reese for Alabama's Senate District 27  seat.

Ten proposed amendments on ballot this Election Day

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | November 3

On Tuesday, Nov. 8, Alabamians will head to the polls to decide 10 proposed amendments. Here's a guide to what each amendment means and what yes and no votes will decide.

Citizens' traffic concerns highlight Auburn City Council meeting

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | November 2

At Tuesday's Auburn City Council meeting, traffic and parking concerns around downtown and North Auburn brought forth by citizens highlighted an otherwise quiet session.

Law named for Aniah Blanchard on ballot Nov. 8

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | November 1

Amendment I, also known as Aniah's Law, seeks to allow judges to deny bond to those charged with violent crimes.

Opelika First Baptist holds second-annual Fall Festival

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | October 31

Despite the threat of rain, Opelika First Baptist Church held its second-annual Fall Festival Sunday on the square south of downtown to join locals in fellowship and to profess the word of God through food trucks and bouncy houses.

For local businesses, game days just mean more

By Daniel Schmidt | Sports Writer | October 25

While home game weekends bring excitement and buzz to The Loveliest Village on the Plains, they also feature something else: big profits that help local businesses' bottom lines.

Auburn City Council paves way for public art

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | October 19

In a move that reversed years of precedent, the Auburn City Council on Tuesday approved changes to the current ordinance that prohibits the commission of murals and other public art. The Council also officially announced the opening of a long-planned health clinic at the Boykin Community Center.

The Opelika Songwriters Festival returns for its third year

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | October 17

The third annual Opelika Songwriters Festival was held from Thursday, Oct. 13 to Sunday, Oct. 16. The festival featured 36 performers, including headliners, The Indigo Girls, Rickie Lee Jones and Shawn Mullins. 

Opelika man arrested on charges of attempted murder

By My Ly | Content Editor | October 12

Yesterday, an Opelika man was arrested for robbery in the first degree and attempted murder. 

Auburn family to appear on Family Feud

By Diane Pham | News Writer | October 11

A part of the Auburn family is headed to Family Feud. The Anderson family, of Auburn, is set to appear on the next episode of the popular game show on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. 

Auburn man arrested for first degree rape

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | October 7

Auburn Police arrested Koby Kevon Clarke, 22, on a felony warrant for first degree rape on Thursday, Oct.6. 

Auburn City Council announces cemetery improvements

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | October 4

The Auburn City Council announced Tuesday that it would be investing nearly $42,000 in facility improvements at Westview and Town Creek Cemeteries.

The Thrifty Lizard opens in Auburn

By Bri Johnson | News writer | October 3

On Sept. 21, the Thrifty Lizard opened its doors to the Auburn community.

Opelika Chamber hosts first responder's breakfast

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | October 1

On Friday, the Opelika Chamber held a breakfast to honor their first responders.

Auburn public library host author Lisa McNair

By My Ly | Content Editor | September 28

Last night, Lisa McNair visited Auburn's public library to talk about the release of her new book dedicated to her sister Denise, who was one of the girls who was killed in the 16th street bombing. 

University reports first case of monkeypox

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | September 26

Auburn University confirmed a student tested positive for monkeypox over the weekend, in an email sent to students Monday evening,