Community

OPINION: Downtown Auburn's music scene needs to catch up

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | July 18

One glaring issue, to me, is the lack of consistently good, live music in Auburn. It has not been an ignored subject though. The University Program Council has increased its efforts in booking headliners at Auburn Arena, such as B.o.B and The Avett Brothers.

Tiger Lodge, formerly University Heights, representative disputes allegations from slain football player's family's lawyer

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | July 18

"People sent their kids to a gated community expecting to be safe, and the gates were broken half of the time. If you go out there today, the gates are still wide open," Ferguson said.

Democrat Parker Griffith runs for governor on revolution platform

By Ashtyne Cole | Community Editor | July 17

Parker Griffith is no stranger to the political spectrum. He served as an Alabama State Senator from 2006-2008 and as a U.S. Representative for Alabama's fifth congressional district from 2009-2011. He is now running for Governor of Alabama as a Democrat.

Upcoming First Fridays offers more family fun and musical entertainment

Upcoming First Fridays promotes a laid-back atmosphere in Downtown Opelika

By Kerry Coppinger | Community Writer | July 17

Most of Opelika shuts down relatively early during most of the month. On the first Friday of every month, restaurants, boutiques and other businesses stay open until 8 p.m. or later.

Auburn student reflects on year as Miss Rodeo USA

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | July 17

Lauren Terry, senior in animal sciences production management, rounded up respect in 2013 during her year as Miss Rodeo USA (MRUSA) - the spokesperson for the International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA).

Tax-free weekend in Auburn set for beginning of August

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | July 16

The Auburn City Council approved a tax-free weekend for Auburn stores this past June. The tax-free weekend, which removes the Alabama state and city sales tax on some items, will take place from Friday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 3.

GE Aviation announces additive manufacturing facility at Auburn

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | July 16

GE Aviation announced plans Tuesday, July 15, to install the additive manufacturing process at its current facility in Auburn.

City Council passes ticket scalping ordinance

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | July 15

The Auburn City Council unanimously passed an amendment Tuesday instituting license requirements for individuals scalping tickets to events in the city of Auburn.

VIDEO: Fresh food in downtown Opelika

By Kris Sims | Multimedia Editor | July 15

Fresh food can be hard to come by these days, but that's not the case at this farmer's market.

Students volunteer at Church of the Highlands' annual Serve Day

By Lindsey Raygan | Intrigue Writer | July 15

Auburn University students partnered with Church of the Highlands to reach out and serve the community for an annual Serve Day on July 12. Church of the Highlands is based out of Birmingham with multiple camp locations across the state, including one in Auburn.

Auburn's own Monuments Man remembered

July 13

Art preservation is often ignored during wartime, but for some soldiers, during World War II, it was their primary objective. The Monuments Men, depicted in the 2014 film "The Monuments Men," made their biggest find thanks to an Auburn alumnus.

Professor gives glimpse into future with drones

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | July 12

In the near future, when an order is placed online, the customer may no longer receive the package through the traditional United States Postal Service, ground or air delivery. Instead, an unmanned drone will deliver the package.

Editorial: Seeking professional help is healthy

July 11

Everyone endures periods of emotional distress. Grief isn't the kind of thing that goes away after a fun weekend out with friends. Everyone will, at some point, feel heartbroken or lethargic. Most people will pull through these feelings and readjust to life, but there are some people who do not.