Community

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.

What you missed in Auburn this summer

By Sabina Crisitello | Assistant Culture Editor | August 24

Students are back on The Plains. Here's what happened while they were gone.

Council announces new members after the municipal election

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | August 24

At last nights Auburn City Council election announcement, all incumbents secured their seats and citizens filled the open spots.

Teaching restaurant and food hall opens in Auburn

By My Ly | Content Editor | August 20

The Tony and Libba Rane culinary center has opened a new teaching restaurant in order to serve as work experience for the culinary students as well as the Hey Day Market.

The Pants Store to open in downtown Auburn

By Catherine Haynes | Opinions Editor | August 19

The Pants Store, a casual lifestyle men's and women's clothing store based in Leeds, Alabama, is coming to downtown Auburn in August 2022.

Auburn City Council discusses city-wide improvements and upcoming elections

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | August 18

The Auburn City Council meets once more before municipal elections.

Auburn High School appears at East Alabama Media Day

By Michael Floyd | Community Writer | July 30

While some are waiting for the return of Saturdays in Jordan-Hare Stadium, Friday Night Lights will arrive on The Plains much sooner.

Tacorita on Monday, May 8, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

Tacorita shuts down after 10 years of business

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | July 19

The Tacorita in downtown Auburn is the only one in the country, Nemroff said, and the people are really what made it happen and become successful.

Hickory Woods residents voice concerns at Planning Commission meeting Thursday

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | July 15

Residents of the Hickory Woods neighborhood flooded the Auburn Planning Commission meeting on Thursday, voicing concerns about a proposed expansion from Hayley-Reed Development.

Hovey wins GOP nomination after Whatley withdraws from race

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | July 1

Hovey is set to run against Democrat Sherri Reese in the general election in November.

The Yard Milkshake Bar opens up in downtown Auburn

By SeAnna Grady | Writer | June 27

Downtown Auburn’s newest addition is The Yard Milkshake Bar.