Community

Bentley calls for a 'moonshot' in his State of the State

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | February 3

The nostalgic roar of rockets going to the moon echoed through Gov. Robert Bentley’s 2016 State of the State address. Bentley’s speech before a joint session of the Alabama Legislature in the Old House Chamber on Tuesday night, Feb. 2.

Opelika couple serves ice cream with a story

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | February 3

Chris and Angela George have always loved Opelika and ice cream. This summer, the Opelika couple combined the two and started serving Opelika-inspired ice cream to the community from a cart.

Local bar receives license to serve alcohol after 2 a.m.

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | February 2

Early morning partiers can buy a drink after 2 a.m. again. For many, the War Eagle Supper Club was an Auburn tradition, but it was also the only bar in Auburn that could sell alcohol after 2 a.m.

Judge denies motions to dismiss Hubbard case

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | February 2

Judge Jacob A. Walker III denied motions to dismiss Alabama Speaker Mike Hubbard's ethics case Feb. 2.

Incident reports from Jan. 26-Feb. 1

By Staff Report | February 2

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division between Jan. 26 - Feb. 1.

City Council discusses spay and neuter initiative

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 2

Auburn, Opelika, and other Lee County citizens may be given the opportunity to have their animals spayed and neutered for $5-10 with a new initiative proposed at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 2.

Auburn's water is safe to drink

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | February 2

People living in developed countries such as the United States generally assume the water that flows from their taps is safe. Lead contamination in the city of Flint, Michigan, and apparent negligence of city and state officials have eroded that trust for many.

Empty Bowls fundraiser to benefit Food Bank of East Alabama

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | February 2

Organizers are placing the final touches on the third annual Empty Bowls fundraising event.

Auburn Public Library to host 'Star Wars' Imperial Gala

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 2

Auburn "Star Wars" fanatics will have an "out of this galaxy" night at Auburn Public Library's Star Wars Imperial Gala on Feb. 4 from 5:30-7 p.m.

Master Gardeners Program taking applications

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 2

The Extension office in Opelika is now accepting applications for its annual Master Gardeners course.

Trailer damaged in fire, owner not home

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | February 1

The Auburn Fire Division responded at approximately 4:30 p.m. to a trailer fire at Avalon Park off Webster Road.

Life in the leasing office

By Jake LeGrone | Campus Writer | January 31

Work at a leasing office is interesting, according to Chris Kearns, owner of Badger Properties, and Copper Beach leasing agent Lauren Smith.

Students rate 319 Bragg and 160 Ross

By Emily Esleck | Managing Editor | January 29

As Auburn University gains more students, new housing developments have been built with more to come. Dorian Ashford, senior in media studies, and Sara Martin, sophomore in English language arts education, gave their reviews of each development.

Community profile: Ron Anders Jr., City Councilman and former Mic Man

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | January 27

“For a child to grow up in Auburn, on its own level, it’s like an amusement park,” Anders said.

City officials address public concern about parking deck redevelopment

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | January 27

At a public meeting to discuss the redevelopment of the Gay Street parking deck, citizens expressed their concerns about the future of the site, including the viability of a downtown grocery. "My concern is not with the development," said Tim Curry, Auburn resident.

Cutting carbs around Auburn with Scale Back Alabama

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | January 27

The Auburn community has taken initiative by adopting a competitive weight loss program, Scale Back Alabama, to instill healthy habits. Scale Back Alabama will begin this week, Jan. 25-29, with weigh-in stations around Lee County.

UPDATE: Judge 'not inclined' to grant continuance on Hubbard ethics trial

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | January 27

Judge Jacob A. Walker III denied a motion by the defense to continue the trial, but acknowledged that possible appeals would delay the process.

Republican candidates for Lee County District attorney face off in forum

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | January 27

Incumbent District Attorney Robbie Treese and challenger Brandon Hughes spoke to the Lee County Republicans Club at the Hilton Garden Inn on Tuesday night, Jan. 26.

Lecture series kicks off with Creek Indian history in Alabama

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | January 27

In Alabama there is a large amount of history and more specifically Creek Indian history. “Learning about Creek Indians is really learning about Alabama and learning about the place where you are here in Auburn,” said Maiben Beard, outreach assistant with the Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts & Humanities.

Supporters fight frigid temperatures at Auburn for Bernie march

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | January 27

Despite the 30-degree weather and blistering cold winds, some Auburn citizens were "feeling the Bern" this Saturday, Jan. 23. While many were cuddled up inside, Auburn's Bernie Sanders supporters took the streets to show their support for the campaign and spread awareness about important issues.