Community

Student died Thursday, Jan. 29

| February 5

A student who lived in the Upper Quad Dormitories died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015.

Response to the 'War Equal' letter

By Evan Smith | February 5

Again, Mr. Puchner seems to have a pretty good idea of what a marriage should be, but not a clue why it shouldn't be extended to gays.

Crime reports from Jan. 26 to Feb. 1

February 5

The Auburn Police Division reported the following crime from Jan. 26 to Feb. 1.

'Full service is back' as Saco gas station reopens

By Rachel King | Community Writer | February 5

Saco has been closed for nine years, after the murder of its previous owner, Dick Salmon, who was shot during a robbery in 2005. Now, after a three-month process, the gas station located on the corner of Dean and Opelika Roads has been reopened.

City Council delays vote on revised apartment moratorium

February 3

The issue has been under discussion since fall 2014 and has again been pushed to a future meeting on Feb. 17. The ordinance needed unanimous consent to make it to a vote on its first reading, but was objected to by Councilman Dick Phelan of Ward 6.

Locals reminisce on Vault memories as the bar gets closer to closing

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | February 3

As word of The Bank Vault closing has spread through Auburn, students and regulars of the bar gave their opinions on the closure of the historical space. The Bank Vault will be closing May 31 because of an increase of rent. They will not be relocating according to Ben Barley, general manager.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Response to 'War Equal'

By Joe Puchner | February 3

I was disappointed, yet not surprised, that the opinions board of The Plainsman voiced their support of Judge Granade's recent attempt to redefine marriage. The view of the staff reflected the popular sentiment that the movement to legalize gay marriage is grounded in equality, but, after just a bit of thought, one can clearly see that same-sex "marriages" and marriages between one man and one woman are intrinsically, by the very essence of what they are, unequal.

Same-sex marriage to become legal on Feb. 9

By Maria Mcllwain | Copy Editor | February 3

Same-sex marriage will be legal in Alabama on Feb. 9 after a federal appeals court denied a request to stay the lower court's decision Tuesday, Feb. 3, according to The Montgomery Advertiser.

'The Funniest Man in America' to come to Opelika

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | February 3

Comedian James Gregory will perform at the Event Center Downtown in Opelika on Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 purchased ahead of time or $30 the day of the event, according to the event center's website.

Ward 5 residents discuss apartment moratorium and new high school construction

February 2

Councilwoman Lynda Tremaine heard comments from her constituents about a proposed moratorium on the building of apartment complexes and Superintendent Dr. Karen DeLano gave a presentation regarding a future high school that will break ground in August 2017.

Students stay safe in Auburn when choosing where to live

February 2

The majority of Auburn students enjoy the perks of living in local off-campus housing. Several factors go into choosing where to live off-campus -- safety among them.

Students weigh in on living alone or with roommates

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | February 2

In a college living situation, students may assume having roommates is the best -- and only -- choice. However, living alone is always an option.

Teaching adults to read between the wines

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | February 1

The Lee County Literacy Coalition is hosting its third annual "Reading Between the Wines" fundraiser Thursday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. The event will take place at the Event Center Downtown in Opelika.

Miss Auburn University 2015 Jessie Garrison

Jessie Garrison crowned Miss Auburn University 2015

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | January 31

The Audience cheered and rose to their feet as Jessie Garrison was crowned Miss Auburn University 2015 at Auburn High School's Preforming Arts Center Saturday, Jan. 28.

Auburn to take part in tax holiday for severe weather items

By Rachel King | Community Writer | January 31

The law that created the tax holiday was originally sponsored by Tuscaloosca's state Rep. Bill Poole of District 63 out of a desire to prepare citizens for severe storms, such as the one that struck Tuscaloosa in 2011, according to Speaker Mike Hubbard.

Decluttering makes for spring cleaning every season

January 30

Many students only have one small room to call their own, and if they're on campus, it's even smaller. The lack of space makes it nearly impossible not to make a mess.

Downtown living raises the bar

By Sam Butler | Sports Writer | January 30

With plenty of options for off-campus student housing in Auburn, it can be tough to decide on a place to live, especially since the number of choices can sometimes be overwhelming. Since Auburn is a college town, a few housing options feature one aspect some college students are receptive to: being situated closer to downtown.