Incident reports from June 2-8

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division from June 2-8: June 2: Giving false identification to a law enforcement officer was reported at the 1600 block of Academy Drive. Harassment was reported at the 200 block of West Longleaf Drive.

UPDATE: 5-year-old victim dies of head injury

The Auburn Police Division arrested George W. Barton and charged him with first-degree domestic violence and aggravated child abuse Sunday, June 7, according to a news release by the APD. APD responded to a call to assist paramedics at a residence on the 1900 block of Rosie Street at noon Sunday.

Auburn student and his family receive home through Homes for Our Troops

Sgt. Josh Wetzel, senior in marketing, his wife Paige Wetzel and his daughter Harper Wetzel ceremonially broke ground on their new home in front of a crowd on a hot June 6 morning in front of a cheering, flag-waving crowd. Josh and his family are building a house with the help of Homes for Our Troops, an organization that builds specially adapted homes for wounded veterans injured after 9/11. Josh lost both his legs May 31, 2012, when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) in Afghanistan.

Shopping, movies and local activities in Auburn, Opelika

Students travel from all across the United States to attend Auburn University. However, many might not know how to spend their time here.

Concerns surrounding smoke from new Auburn High site expressed

An Auburn citizen raised concerns about smoke from the fires used to clear land for the new Auburn High School at the June 1 City Council meeting. Hugh O'Donnell, who lives on Katie Lane near the planned site of the new school, said smoke from the burn piles is filling his neighborhood, making it hard to live and work there. "We were actually covered by smoke for the duration of a day," O'Donnell said.

Missing Auburn man found dead

An Auburn man who was missing since Monday, May 25, has been found dead in Macon County on Sunday, May 31, according to a report by WSFA TV station.

Toomer’s Corner Construction slightly affects businesses

Former Auburn student performs in second annual Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series

Former Auburn student Rock Killough returned to his "musical home" Friday, May 29, to perform in the second annual Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series. "Got a group of guys from L.A., but around here, L.A.

4-hour time limit set for public use in Gay Street parking deck

Construction has been the theme for Auburn this summer. With the Toomer’s Corner intersection blocked off, there is a lack of parking downtown. Since construction started, the Gay Street parking deck has been opened for public use according to Charles Duggan, city manager for the City of Auburn. According to David Dorton, public affairs director for the City of Auburn, there is a four-hour time limit for the deck and a twohour limit on the street.

Crime reports from May 19-26

The following crimes were reported by the Auburn Police Division from May 4-18.

UPDATE: 57-year-old male injured from a shooting at Auburn Mall, suspect still at large

Police responded to a report of a possible shooting in the Auburn Mall parking lot Tuesday, May 26, at approximately 6:01 p.m.

UPDATED: Vice President of Student Affairs issues statement on Auburn residents' reaction to Auburn Airwaves

Auburn residents voiced their displeasure with the musical acts at Auburn Airwaves during the Auburn City Council meeting Tuesday, April 21.

Students rally at the Statehouse for higher education funding

Hundreds of students from public universities across Alabama came to Montgomery to urge lawmakers for more funding for higher education Thursday, April 9.

Toomer's Corner renovation begins, intersection closed for summer but businesses remain open

City and University officials and members of the Downtown Merchants association attended a groundbreaking ceremony held in the middle of the intersection at 10:30 a.m.

UPDATED: Voters approve bond issue for new Auburn High School

Voters approved the bond issue by an 85 percent margin with the vote total 2,427 in favor and 428 against.

City Council approves free parking downtown for summer

The Auburn City Council voted Tuesday, May 5 to allow free parking downtown during the summer and to open up all the floors of the municipal parking deck behind City Hall.

Magnolia oak still alive but may be replaced

As renovations continue at Toomer’s Corner, University officials are monitoring the health of the new Magnolia Avenue oak tree. The new oaks were planted on Feb.

Accused University employee charged with selling date rape drug denied bail

A preliminary examination and detention hearing was held Wednesday, May 27, in the Federal courtroom of U.S. Magistrate Judge Wallace Capel Jr. for University lab technician Stephen Howard.