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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,

Task Force looks to create more favorable working environment for Alabama women

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | September 23

Alabama launched a task force in August to close the gender-based wage gap in the Yellowhammer state. 

Anytime Oil bringing mobile oil changes to Auburn

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | September 22

After spending time in local shops getting vehicles serviced, Taylor Putman decided to start Anytime Oil, a company that will bring oil changes to customers.

Suspect arrested after posting bomb threats against Opelika Middle School

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | September 21

After bomb threats were posted on social media on Sept. 20 and 21, Opelika police arrested a juvenile suspect.

Auburn City Council announces opioid lawsuit settlement

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | September 21

After joining a lawsuit filed by the State of Alabama more than three years ago, the Auburn City Council authorized the execution of a settlement agreement with Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries over the company’s involvement in the ongoing opioid epidemic. 

The backstory behind The Collegiate Hotel mural

By Jolie Bishop | Culture Editor | September 20

Easy Tiger, a brand-new statement piece for Auburn students to sit and relax outside The Collegiate Hotel, sparks old and new traditions for Kim Wirth. 

Auburn Police searching for suspect in South College shooting

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | September 19

On Monday, the Auburn Police Department announced that they are seeking a suspect in a fatal shooting that happened on South College Street at 12:05 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 19. 

Nonprofit provides safe space for community

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | September 17

Pride on the Plains is a nonprofit organization in Auburn that supports all LGBTQIA+ students and allies. 

Opelika Chamber of Commerce hosts Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | September 16

Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors came to downtown Opelika on their "Let's Go Somewhere" tour, joined by The National Parks.

Cheeburger Cheeburger closing in downtown Auburn

By Caroline Mason | News Writer | September 9

After confusion spread regarding Cheeburger Cheeburger's closing date, the restaurant is now set to close on Sept. 30.

City Council announces slate of improvement projects

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | September 7

The City Council announced key infrastructure and beautification projects around town as well as the approval of several new alcohol beverage licenses on Tuesday.

Gunshots reported Monday night in south Auburn

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | August 30

Shortly before 10 p.m. Monday, gunshots were reported near West Longleaf Dr. 

Hey Day Market open for dinner amongst raving fanfare

By Tyler Schmidt | News Writer | August 30

Thew new Hey Day Market is now open for dinner for students and community mebers. 

Police find body of missing man in Lake Martin

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | August 26

Officials found the body of a man Friday morning who went missing on Lake Martin on Wednesday afternoon. An investigation into his death is still ongoing.