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Gym memberships increase in the New Year due to students and resolutions

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | January 13

With the beginning of the new year comes the "new year, new me," mantra as people decide if they will be making changes in their lives. Committing to exercise often is one of the resolutions many people make, which often causes the gyms to become more crowded than usual.

Auburn student to move to Hollywood round of American Idol

By Kyle Nazario | Intrigue Editor | January 8

Steffi Ledbetter, junior in theater, was featured in Thursday's, Jan. 8, episode of American Idol.

Auburn professors to become fellows of National Academy of Inventors

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | January 7

Two professors' research, innovation and patents earned them induction into the National Academy of Inventors this March.

City Council approves resolution allowing grocery store development

January 6

A new grocery store development is coming to the corner of Shug Jordan Parkway and North Donahue Drive.

Hard Freeze Warning for Auburn Wednesday night

By Rebecca Oliver l Contributing Writer | January 6

According to Auburn University Emergency Management, a hard freeze warning is in effect for the Auburn area Wednesday night.

UPDATED: Woman's body found in creek identified

January 6

Police identified Christina Marie Cyr, 45, after receiving confirmation from the State Medical Examiner's Office.

Military Advanced Education ranks Auburn a top school for veterans

By Rebecca Oliver l Contributing Writer | January 5

Military Advanced Education selected Auburn University as a top school for veterans in the 2015 Military Advanced Education Guide to Colleges & Universities. The Military Advanced Education Guide to Colleges and Universities evaluated schools based on their military culture, financial aid, flexibility, on-campus support and online support services.

Students from Auburn explain why they chose to stay home

By Rebecca Oliver l Contributing Writer | January 1

According to enrollment statistics 38 percent of Auburn students come from out of state. However, there is a small percentage of students, often referred to as Auburnites, who you won't find at the Atlanta airport trying to get home on breaks.

OPINION: New Years Resolutions: Why wait?

By Lindsey Raygan | Intrigue Writer | January 1

When it comes to the New Year, losing weight, being less stressed, trying something new and saving money seem to stay at the top of the things most people want to accomplish.

Year in review: December

December 31

Year in Review looks back at what happened in Auburn each month in 2014.

Local farm rents animals out for nativity scenes

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | December 26

Whether it's a traditional nativity scene or one with every animal imaginable, Christmas nativities are everywhere this time of year.

UPDATED: Tornado Watch for Lee County canceled

December 23

The National Weather Service has canceled the Tornado Warning for Lee County. A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until 6 a.m. Dec. 24.

International Buddies make music together

By Kate Seckinger | Intrigue Reporter | December 23

Yedurag "Yedu" Babu of Kerala, India, has developed an enjoyment for bluegrass music thanks to his international buddy. In summer 2013, the Office of International Programs started the International Buddy Program, a way for international and local students to form meaningful friendships.

Man charged with killing Jakell Mitchell bonds out of Lee County Jail

December 22

Markale Hart, 22, of Camp Hill posted a $500,000 bond from the Lee County Jail and immediately taken into custody by the Tallapoosa Sheriff's Department for a probation violation, according to Capt. Van Jackson of the Lee County Sheriff's Office.

Hotel at Auburn hosts Teddy Bear Tea

By Rachel King | Community Writer | December 21

In 2009, Hans van der Reijden, managing director of hotel operations and educational initiatives at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center, implemented the Teddy Bear Tea after the opening of the hotel's Piccolo Lounge earlier that same year.

OPINION: Things to do over break

By Kyle Nazario | Intrigue Editor | December 21

For college students, Auburn can be a tough town to live in when the University isn't in session. It can be hard to stay behind after all your college friends leave to go back home.

Police arrest and charge two men with attempted murder

December 19

Police said Shockey Smarr, 26, was charged with attempted murder, shooting into an occupied dwelling, possession of marijuana, criminal trespassing, failure to appear in court and a probation violation.

Plainsman Picks: songs for Christmas break

By Kyle Nazario | Intrigue Editor | December 19

This week, The Plainsman focuses on music you listen to when your exams are done. These are the jams you turn on when you finally leave campus exam-free and without the burden of knowing how you did on those exams. To listen to the playlist, follow The Auburn Plainsman on Spotify.

Harvey Updyke must pay $700 or go to jail

December 18

According to a Tuscaloosa News report, Lee County Circuit Judge Jacob A. Walker will issue arrest warrants for Updyke if he fails to pay $350 by Jan. 9. Another $350 payment is due Feb. 11.

New security measures at Tiger Lodge announced

By Maria Mcllwain | Copy Editor | December 18

Tiger Lodge ownership has implemented new security measures after the shooting death of Auburn football player Jakell Mitchell on Sunday, Dec. 14.