Community

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.

A day in the life of a State Senator

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | December 18

Alabama state Senator Tom Whatley wakes up between 4 and 5 a.m. to start his day before he makes decisions that affect every Auburn citizen.

Auburn alumna takes 2015 Miss Georgia USA title

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | December 18

In a sleek black gown Nov. 22, Brooke Fletcher was crowned the 2015 Miss Georgia USA in McDonough, Georgia.

Ordinance on vehicle-for-hire services tabled until Jan. 6

December 16

The City Council tabled an ordinance on vehicle for hire services that would allow police to arrest drivers operating without a city-issued business license and commercial insurance until Jan. 6.

VIDEO: Candlelight vigil held in Jakell Mitchell's memory

By Kris Sims | Multimedia Editor | December 16

Members of the Auburn and Opelika communities came together in a candlelight vigil of slain Auburn football player Jakell Mitchell at the Lee County Courthouse Square on Dec. 15.

Prayerful candlelight vigil held in Jakell Mitchell's memory

By Maria Mcllwain | Copy Editor | December 15

Members of the Auburn and Opelika communities came together in a candlelight vigil of slain Auburn football player Jakell Mitchell at the Lee County Courthouse Square on Dec. 15.

Arraignment held for man charged with killing Jakell Mitchell

December 15

Markale Hart's attorney, Anwar Taylor, asked for Hart to be moved to Tallapoosa County and for his $500,000 bail to be reduced.

Editorial: Changing the name doesn't change the event

By Editorial Staff | Fall 2014 | December 14

Jakell Mitchell, redshirt football player and freshman in sociology, was the victim of a shooting at Tiger Lodge, early Sunday morning Dec. 14. This is not the first time Tiger Lodge, formerly known as University Heights, was the location of a shooting. Former football players Ed Christian and Ladarious Phillips, and DeMario Pitts of Opelika were the victims of a shooting at the same complex June 9, 2012.

UPDATED: Freshman football player killed at Tiger Lodge apartment complex (with statements from Tiger Lodge)

December 14

An Auburn football player was shot and killed at the Tiger Lodge apartment complex Sunday morning Dec. 14. Freshman player Jakell Mitchell died at East Alabama Medical Center after being rushed to hospital suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, according to Lee County Coroner Bill Harris.

Historic Opelika miniature train to be featured on the History Channel

By Rachel King | Community Writer | December 12

In 1951 a man named Calhoun began the development of land behind the Northside School. It became the city's first dedicated park and is now known as the Opelika Municipal Park. Intent on finding a way to attract guests and provide a catalyst for public recreation, the idea of a miniature train running through the park was born.