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Parkway Farmer’s Market moves to bigger location in Opelika

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | March 11

Students and residents of the Auburn-Opelika area will be getting a bigger farmer’s market soon. The Parkway Farmer’s market, currently on Pepperell Parkway has acquired land on the 2300 block of First Avenue in Opelika. According to Marty Ogren, assistant director of planning for the City of Opelika, the new land is 13,000 square feet and rests on three and a half acres. He said they are closing on the property soon.

Magnolia Avenue to close to straighten Oak

March 11

The Toomer’s Oaks are settling into their new home, but one may be settling too quickly. Magnolia Avenue between South College and Wright streets will be closed Saturday, March 14, from 8 a.m.-10, according to a press release issued by the City of Auburn. David Dorton, director of public affairs for the City of Auburn, said Auburn will handle closing the streets and provide workers with traffic control. “It was not unexpected that there would be some settling, and there might have to be some repositioning,” Dorton said. Ben Burmester, campus planner with the office of University Architect, said work will begin Friday, March 13, to prepare the tree, and the actual adjustment will be done Saturday. “We just wanted to get in there and adjust the tree,” Burmester said.

Local brings new record store to downtown Opelika

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | March 9

Vinyl collectors can now peruse a new record store in downtown Opelika thanks to one Auburn woman. Allie Fox, owner of MusicTown Records and a vinyl lover herself, is a Birmingham native who has been living in Auburn for nine years. “I grew up listening to vinyl,” Fox said.

Crime reports from March 2-8

By Staff Report | March 9

The following crimes were reported by the Auburn Police Division from March 2-8: March 2: -Second-degree possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia were reported in Auburn.

Police arrest and charge two men with September 2014 robbery

By Staff Report | March 9

Jamal A. Hutchinson, 20, of Auburn was arrested Saturday, March 7, and Marquavious T. Howard, 23, of Tuskegee was arrested Sunday, March 8.

President Obama speaks to thousands in Selma

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief and Jim Little | Community Editor | March 8

President Barack Obama spoke to a crowd of thousands about the journey that was made 50 years ago across the bridge and about the progress that still needs to be made in the United States.

Council approves emergency funding for Indian Pines Golf Course

March 5

The Auburn City Council unanimously voted to approve the funding requested by the golf course at the City Council meeting Tuesday, March 3.

Alabama Supreme Court orders halt to same-sex marriage licenses

By Staff Report | March 4

Alabama Supreme Court ordered probate judges to stop issuing same-sex marriage licenses to couples, and gave probate judges five days to explain why they should continue issuing same-sex marriage licenses.

Bernard LaFayette tells story of the beginning of Civil Rights in Selma

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | March 4

The 50th anniversary of the march on Selma, Alabama has people all over the country remembering the Civil Rights Movement and those who led it.

Disney animator shares filmmaking expertise in Auburn

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | March 4

Disney animator John Pomeroy shared his experiences in the filmmaking industry and showcased his talents to a packed auditorium at Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Arts on Tuesday, March 3. Pomeroy is the third guest filmmaker that has come to Auburn as part of the Jay Sanders Film Series. Pomeroy has worked on several notable films for companies like Walt Disney and Sullivan Bluth Studios.

Possible incentive program to result from moratorium

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | March 3

Residents of Ward 5 met Monday, March 2, at a public meeting to discuss the apartment moratorium the Auburn City Council passed Feb.

The Plainsman launches new website

By Staff Report | March 3

ThePlainsman.com launched its new website Monday, Feb. 23. The Plainsman’s new website includes detailed section drop down bars for easier maneuvering through the site, top-story slideshows on every section page and updated video and gallery sections.

Desmonte Leonard asks for new trial

By Staff Report | March 2

Desmonte Leonard’s lawyers filed a motion with the Lee County Circuit Court on Feb. 19 requesting a retrial.

Crime reports from Feb. 23-March 1

By Staff Report | March 2

The following crimes were reported by the Auburn Police Division from Feb. 23-March 1: Feb.

Auburn set to add to Technology Park West

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | March 2

There will soon be more industry and job opportunities in Auburn. Auburn Technology Park West has recently secured approximately 80 acres that will become Auburn Technology Park West Annex.

Disney animator to speak in Auburn

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | March 2

Disney animator and digital artist John Pomeroy will share his expertise and experiences in the film industry as part of this year’s Jay Sanders Film Series at Jule Collins Smith Museum on Tuesday, March 3, at 7 p.m. The Jay Sanders Film Series began in 2013 as part of Auburn University’s media studies department.

UPDATE: Gay and Ross streets railroad crossings will remain open for weekend

February 27

CSX crews will return March 2 at 7 a.m. to finish the work on the crossings at North College, North Gay and North Ross Streets.

Speaker Mike Hubbard re-elected as representative of Alabama House of Representatives (video included)

February 27

Speaker Mike Hubbard, R-Auburn, was re-elected to his fifth term as representative of Alabama House of Representatives District 79 on Tuesday, Nov. 4.