Community

Art students’ mural masterpiece to be part of international project

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | February 26

The mural was a collaborative project between 15 painting students from the fall 2014 and spring 2015 painting classes as part of the Small World Big Picture Project.

New Oaks usher a clean start to Toomer's Corner

By Ashtyne Cole | Community Writer | February 26

With the removal of the trees, rolling plans were altered and changes were made. The University and city worked together to bring a rolling alternative for fans. Two cables were constructed and hung from the intersection of College Street and Magnolia Avenue. Construction on the new Samford Park began and a revision of Toomer's Corner began.

Get to know Anabell the Stamp dog

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | February 25

Downtown Auburn is home to many well-known traditions such as Samford Hall and Toomer’s Corner.

Editorial: War Equal makes its way to Alabama

By Editorial Staff | Spring 2015 | February 25

U.S. District Court Judge Callie V.S. Granade ruled Alabama's same-sex marriage ban was unconstitutional Friday, Jan. 23. Granade issued a two-week stay on her decision to allow for appeals, but if no further delays come into effect by Feb. 9, same-sex couples will be able to marry in the state as soon as that day. Luther Strange, Alabama Attorney General, also appealed to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, seeking a longer delay to allow for the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling later this year. We applaud Granade on her decision and urge the courts to uphold this ruling.

Editorial: WARNING: Vaccine may prevent disease

By Editorial Staff | Spring 2015 | February 25

Vaccinations have become a hot topic after the measles outbreak linked to a California Disneyland theme park. This outbreak should remind Auburn citizens they should be getting vaccinated and should vaccinate their children. Anyone who doesn't vaccinate puts the lives of others at risk.

Residents react to apartment moratorium

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 24

The moratorium will be in effect for six months unless it is terminated or extended by action of the City Council.

OPINION: Starting to carry society's burden

By Maddie Yerant | Managing Editor | February 24

It happens more than you think, and it's not OK. It is the one in six women who have been victims of rape or attempted rape, according to the Center for Family Justice, or the 60 percent of sexual assaults not reported to the police.

Crime reports from Feb. 16-22

By Staff Report | February 24

The following crimes were reported by the Auburn Police Division from Feb. 16-22: Feb.

City Council passes apartment moratorium

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 24

The Auburn City Council put a suspension on development when the council members present voted to pass an apartment moratorium.

Community theatre gives college students chance to teach acting

By Rachel King | Community Writer | February 24

The Auburn Area Community Theatre is devoted to bringing popular productions to life.

UPDATE: City Council passes apartment moratorium

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 24

On Feb. 17, 2015, the Auburn City Council passed an apartment moratorium that will stop the development of apartments, condominiums or any other form of ownership or operation within the University Service zoning district located east of College Street.

Lee County Commission decides to not pass forward a tax raise to legislators

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 24

The Lee County Commission decided whether six requests for items would be drafted, advertised and sent through the legislative approval process to the Lee County Legislative Delegation on Feb.

Learning Tree to host fundraiser

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 24

The Learning Tree, Inc. is having the Boots and Bow Ties Gala to raise money for their local preschool, The Little H.A.P.I.E Tree Preschool in Auburn.

Safety of Tiger Lodge discussed at meeting

February 24

Safety was the primary topic discussed at a residents’ meeting held at Tiger Lodge apartment complex on West Longleaf Drive on Feb. 17.

Auburn Fire Chief Lee Lamar passed away after 33 years of city service

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 24

After 33 years of service, Auburn Fire Chief Lee Lamar died Feb. 18. A press release from the City of Auburn confirmed Lamar died after suffering from an extended illness.

Plans for new high school take shape

February 17

Auburn City Schools has been working to solve the issue of future student growth for quite some time. The solution to this problem is coming in the form of the new Auburn High School, which is projected to be complete in April 2017, with classes starting in August 2017.

Crime reports from Feb. 9-15

February 17

The following crimes were reported by the Auburn Police Division from Feb. 9-15.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A Request from A California Elementary School

February 16

Dear Editors of Auburn Plainsman, Would you please print my letter in your 'Letters to the Editor'? This would be a great help to me in completing my state project. Thank you!

Local flea market raises money for Habitat for Humanity

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 16

Habitat for Humanity offers help to those who cannot afford the housing they need for themselves or their families, but they can't give out help unless they get some help of their own.

UPDATE: Man arrested for the murder of man on Spencer Avenue

February 15

Auburn Police Division arrested a man for the murder that occurred Saturday, Feb. 14 on Spencer Avenue. Police discovered the man lying in the road near the 600 block of Spencer Avenue suffering from multiple gunshots wounds, according to a news release issued by the Auburn Police Division.