Community

Community offers ways to keep kids entertained during summer

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 19

After the coloring books are filled, spills are cleaned and the creative activity has simmered at home, it's time for something new. The Auburn and Opelika area have babysitters, children and budgets in mind this summer by organizing interactive events to entertain all.

Au Bon Pain employee brings positivity to Auburn's campus

By Rachel Davis | Community Writer | June 18

If you go into Au Bon Pain, chances are you've seen the man with all of the buttons on his apron. His name is Terrence Bradley.

A father and son's bond led them on a "kwest"

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 18

This Father's Day, Kody Coggin, junior in industrial and systems engineering, and Lt. Col. Jeff Coggin, retired Air Force, entered the woods to share their love of mountain biking, the first of many adventure sports they started together to launch their project, FitKwest.

Auburn grad competes for love of a royal

By Lindsey Raygan | Intrigue Writer | June 17

What started as a promising royal plan has ended as a royal pain. Auburn University graduate, Kelley Andrews competed for love against eleven other women in the FOX television show called "I Wanna Marry 'Harry.'"

OPINION: Auburn football camp teaches and inspires women

By Anna Claire Conrad | June 14

When my fiance suggested that I attend the inaugural Auburn Women's Football camp, I wasn't exactly on board from the get-go.

Auburn man dies, another is injured in two-car collision

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | June 13

An Auburn man was killed and another was injured in a two-car collision on Shug Jordan Parkway near the intersection of Wire Road Friday afternoon.

Auburn student struck by vehicle

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | June 13

An Auburn University student was struck by a vehicle Thursday morning around 9 a.m. at the corner of Cox Street and West Glenn Avenue.

Local musician Jackson Gafford utilizes inexpensive options to record music at home

By Reese Counts | June 13

Jackson Gafford, Opelika musician under the moniker Captain Kudzu, is putting together his first album. Gafford's entire recording process is based in his bedroom using a laptop and a single microphone.

City plans to renovate historic train depot

By Ashtyne Cole | Community Editor | June 12

Beginning in 1847, the city of Auburn had a steady heartbeat. Each beat sounded of railcars barreling down tracks and the faint whistle of trains howling through the middle of town.

Parkerson Mill Creek: from ditch to destination

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | June 12

Parkerson Mill Creek is undergoing restoration that will transform the formerly unappealing and eroding creek into a part of campus that will encourage passersby to enjoy being near the water.

Hitler billboard hits the highway

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | June 12

An Opelika Youth Ministry has been under fierce scrutiny the past week due to the erection of a billboard featuring an Adolf Hitler quote.

Parks and Recreation creates community

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 11

Parks and Recreation has filled their schedule with a variety of events, both wet and dry, to keep residents busy until Friday, Aug. 22. Event fees are cheap and an adult must accompany children at events.

Students and alumni share opinions of the Paleo Diet

By Rachel Davis | Community Writer | June 11

The Paleo Diet is named after the Paleolithic era, and the foods allowed on the diet are intended to mimic what cavemen ate during this period. The foods allowed on the diet are grass-fed and pasture-raised meats, eggs, vegetables, fruits and nuts.

Downtown businesses offer Camp War Eagle visitors hot summer deals

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | June 9

With the bright sun and muggy air of summer comes another guest to the Loveliest Village on the Plains - the Camp War Eagle student.

Industrial design students charge Hangout festival

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | June 9

Industrial design students were chosen to intern at the recent Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Brunell takes home Miss Alabama crown

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | June 8

Brunell, a graduate of the University of Alabama with a degree in dance, was one of 47 women, eight of whom attend Auburn University, who vied for the crown.

BurgerFi and Uncle Maddio's offer locals healthy food options in new shopping center

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | June 5

BurgerFi, an all-natural burger restaurant, plans to open July 15 across from CVS in the Heart of Auburn shopping center.

Bringing Irish tradition to Alabama

By Reese Counts | June 5

Traditional Irish folk songs are not often heard in bars or restaurants in Alabama. Distant Kin is a self-described Celtic folk-punk band based out of Montgomery. The band consists of members Adam Powell, Britt Powell, Drew Martin, Geoffrey Stockinger and Ryan Vanderberry.

Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard conquers primary election

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 4

Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard Conquers Primary Election After weeks of campaigning, Rep. Mike Hubbard overcame the Republican primary after defeating opponent Sandy Toomer more than 60 percent to 40 percent the popular vote in Lee County Tuesday, June 3.

Maya Angelou: A legacy left behind

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | June 4

A globally esteemed poet, author and civil rights activist passed away at the age of 86 after building a legacy.