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Activist group announces strike for Opelika fast-food restaurants then moves demonstration to Atlanta (updated)

| September 8

An activist group announced on Tuesday, Sept. 2, a strike of fast-food workers would be held on Thursday, Sept. 4, in Opelika's Tigertown shopping center. On Thursday morning the same group, named 'Low pay is not OK', announced workers from Opelika would instead protest with other workers in Atlanta.

OPINION: Auburn and the black state of mind

By Jelani Moore | Assistant Opinions Editor | September 8

Last week, I was asked what it was like to be a black student at Auburn. At first, I didn't quite know how to answer that question. With me being often teased when I was younger for not being "black" enough, my first thought was that I was the wrong person to answer that kind of question. But after doing some thinking, I decided to attend the Black Student Alliance meeting Monday night in the Student Center.

New Toomer's trees have officially taken root

By Megan Barkdull | Campus Writer | September 8

Auburn University fans will now be able to honor Toomer's Oaks in two new ways. A plan to pay tribute to the University's history through sections of the fallen Toomer's Trees has been approved and clones of the trees have been made available for purchase.

The ATV was a key part of a search mission for a local missing person.

Police Division has just enough tools to do their job

By Nickolaus Hines | Community Reporter | September 8

The show of force and military- grade equipment in Ferguson, Missouri has prompted local media to investigate the equipment available to their own town.

Ann Finlen shows her school spirit while she works in Foy Dining Hall.

The happiest member of the Auburn Family takes care of students

By Sarah Robinson | Intrigue Writer | September 7

Those who eat at Foy Dining Hall have likely come across Ann Finlen, 49. She has been a loyal part of the Auburn Family since she was a child, but has since grown to be a loyal worker for the family here on the Plains as part of the maintenance staff.

Lawsuit filed over City Council election results

September 7

A day after a contentious City Council election for the Ward 1 seat, Councilmember Arthur Dowdell's half-brother, Larry Taylor, filed an amended complaint against council member-elect Clemon Byrd. Byrd won the Aug. 26 election, 246-147.

Girls' night out specials are held at clothing, jewelry and paint stores around town.

Local businesses plan events geared toward girls' night out

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | September 6

Anyone looking for a girls' night out in Auburn is in a good place to find it. Many businesses around Auburn have started the popular trend of hosting special events geared toward women seeking a relaxing, fun night out with their friends.

After completion, Frederick Road will be five lanes across: two each way and a center turn lane.

Local businesses anticipate end of Frederick Road construction project

By Nickolaus Hines | Community Reporter | September 2

Construction on Frederick Road between Sam's Club and Tiger Town has been going on since February 2013 and is expected to be completed by early 2015.

Korean classes come to Auburn

By Rachel Davis | Community Writer | September 1

The Auburn University King Sejong Institute is offering an eight-week, not-for-credit Korean language courses. Each course costs $99. Students can choose between beginner and intermediate levels. The courses will begin Oct. 13, the original starting date of the second semester. The first semester was cancelled because of low enrollment.

Switchfoot and Ben Rector electrify audiences at PlainsFest

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | August 30

The Plains roared with feedback from Switchfoot and Ben Rector Friday, Aug. 29 at PlainsFest, the University Program Council's fall concert. Hundreds of students, families, residents and out-of-state football fans gathered at the Gay Street parking lot to hear two of the most dynamic voices in alternative rocks.

Remember the Tiger

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | August 29

A memorial and educational program was held to commemorate War Eagle VI, Tiger today at 5 p.m. in Plainsman Park. Auburn fans dressed in orange and blue filled the park to commemorate Tiger, War Eagle VI.

Downtown businesses prepare for gameday crowds to roll in

By Nickolaus Hines | Community Reporter | August 29

Cliff Hare and his wife Emily closed up shop at their business, Auburn Art, 40 minutes before kickoff Nov. 30. They sprinted through downtown and across campus, making it to the stadium just in time to see the Iron Bowl begin. One second before the game ended, Chris Davis ran back a missed field goal 109 yards to give Auburn the win, 34-28.

Paddleboarding classes will be from Aug. 25 - Oct. 12.

Chewacla steps up to paddleboarding

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | August 29

A new workout trend has been spreading across the country, and now it has floated its way to Auburn. Stand-up paddleboarding is now being offered at Chewacla State Park. Lori Fuller, stand-up paddleboarding instructor, created a partnership with Mountain High Outfitters where participants can rent boards for each class.

VIDEO: Arthur Dowdell outraged about the elections

August 27

Dowdell outraged by city council election results http://t.co/kT23HX0yin @JimWLittle @nickolaushines pic.twitter.com/hYLoT5MfZX-- The Auburn Plainsman (@TheAUPlainsman) August 27, 2014

High enrollment pushes on-campus housing to its limits

By Grayson Temple | Intrigue Writer | August 26

After Auburn University experiences success in athletics, application rates tend to increase. Given the successful season experienced by Auburn's football team this past year, along with the hiring of new coaches in the athletic department, Auburn was bound to attract more aspiring students for fall 2014. According to the Office of Admissions and Recruitment, the total number of students enrolled at Auburn this year has decreased from 24,864 to 24,469.

OPINION: It's OK to hate the Auburn bar scene

By Raye May | Photo Editor | August 25

On any given weekend, I'd much rather spend my nights eating cereal on my couch and binging on my latest Netflix addiction. In those moments, the thought of going downtown to drink repulses me on a level similar to going to the dentist. But that's what people in this town do.