Community

The Table opened to create space for community with no strings attached

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | February 10

In January 2022, the Aaron's had a vision for a space in which the Auburn community could simply gather. A year later, their vision became a reality when The Table opened its door to the public.

Auburn City Council announces $3 million federal grant and police jurisdiction changes

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | February 8

At Tuesday's meeting, the Auburn City Council revealed the city had been awarded $3 million in federal funding to expand manufacturing training along with changes to how police could enforce laws outside the city limit moving forward.

Title IX office seeks to inform students of how it operates after USA Today article

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | January 27

In November 2022, USA Today released an article claiming that Auburn's Title IX office was keeping data secret. Now, leaders within the office hope to show students how they truly function.

Update on Saturday's officer-involved shooting in Opelika

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | December 19

On Saturday, Dec. 17, the Opelika Police Department responded to an alleged domestic dispute, during which one officer discharged his weapon at a 51-year-old man holding a knife. He eventually succumbed to his injuries at the East Alabama Medical Center.

A house, a home and a coffee shop, too

By Noah Griffith | Assistant Sports Editor | December 12

Ross House Coffee is now a staple in Auburn, but it simply started out as a home.

Two arrested for possession of destructive device

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | December 8

Two men were arrested after authorities discovered a destructive device in their possession on Thursday night.

Spicer's Music celebrates ten years in business

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | December 2

Spicer's Music celebrated a decade in business on Dec. 1, a landmark that many businesses strive to reach. Co-owner Tim Spicer credited the hard work of his employees for the store's unexpected success.

ALEA investigating death in APD custody

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | November 28

The Auburn Police Department is currently under investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency for the death of an individual in their custody.

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Rural Studio seeks to revive Alabama's rural spaces

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | November 27

As Alabama's population increasingly congregates in urban areas, the state's rural towns have mostly experienced a slow but steady decline. An Auburn University program aims to reverse that trend.

Chef opens Auburn restaurant in honor of mother

By Bri Johnson | News writer | November 25

After a lifetime of being taught to love food by his mother, local chef and Vintage 2298 owner Randall Baldwin decided to enter the culinary industry after leaving the Marine Corps. He then opened his new restaurant to honor her memory.

New Boykin Community Center health center works to provide care throughout Auburn

By David Coomer | News Writer | November 24

The recently opened Boykin Community Center's health clinic is working to provide care throughout Auburn and is working with several colleges at Auburn University to do so.

After 53 years, Campus Barber Shop leaves downtown Auburn

After 53 years, Campus Barber Shop to leave downtown Auburn

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | November 20

After occupying the same downtown Auburn location since 1969, Campus Barber Shop will be moving to its new location at University Crossing Shopping Center on East University Drive by the first week of December.

Ron Anders delivers fourth annual State of the City address

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | November 17

On Wednesday night, Mayor Ron Anders delivered remarks about Auburn's accomplishments over the last year.

Auburn City Council approves upgrades to recreation facilities

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | November 16

On Tuesday, the Auburn City Council approved the installation of air conditioning units at the Brown Recreation Center and the Boykin Community Center gymnasiums. The Council also approved the purchase 624 96-gallon garbage carts and 624 96-gallon recycling carts.