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Man stable after fall from 'significant height' in Jordan-Hare Stadium

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant Content Editor | February 9

On Saturday, Feb. 7, a 22-year-old male was hospitalized following a fall from a reportedly significant height inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Emergency Medical Services and the Auburn Fire Department arrived on scene for further assistance. The individual was then flown to a regional hospital for further treatment and is currently in stable condition.

When Auburn gives you lemonade: Toomer’s Corner

By Sydney Gallardo | Assistant News Editor | March 2

Sitting on the corner of College Street and Magnolia Avenue lies Toomer’s Drugs, the beloved Auburn landmark. Founded in 1896 by Sheldon “Shel” Toomer, the drugstore quickly became a staple of the Auburn downtown area and a hotspot for Auburn traditions.

The history of an Auburn staple: J&M Bookstore

By Erin Cosby | Legal Reporter | March 2

Toomer's Corner is home to many iconic landmarks that have shaped the Auburn community immensely, and one such location is J&M Bookstore, which has been serving the Auburn area for over 70 years. Whether rain or shine, J&M is there to provide a warm welcome, quality service and a "War Eagle!"

The forgotten buildings of Auburn University

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | March 2

It is rare to find any student, professor or administrator who can confidently recollect every building on Auburn's sprawling campus. While most are familiar with the Haley Center and Melton Student Center or have fond memories at Jordan-Hare Stadium and Neville Arena, some buildings at Auburn remain far more unacknowledged than others. After campus's long, substantial history, many buildings have simply been left nearly forgotten.

Train stations to culinary prestige at The Depot

By Nicolle Generaux | News Writer | March 2

Opening in September of 2015, The Deport is a fine dining restaurant serving the freshest of seafood from a globally-inspired menu. Patrons appreciate the quality of their fried crustaceans and their family-friendly atmosphere, but they may not realize the significance of the actual construction of the restaurant – which began as none other than Auburn’s third railroad depot.

Auburn Family in full stride at the 2026 War Eagle Run Fest

By Tripp Hedden | News Reporter | March 2

On Saturday, Feb. 28, and Sunday, March 1, the fifth annual War Eagle Run Fest (WERF) was held. The event, which now takes place over the span of several days and includes several races, had participants run across the city by notable Auburn locations to complete the race.

Yellowhammer Fund bus tour makes stop at Campus Green

By Gracie Goodman | News Writer | March 2

On Feb. 26, Yellowhammer Fund and Generation Action at Auburn University hosted a reproductive rights advocacy event on Auburn’s Campus Green. The event was part of a “reproductive justice bus tour” that launched June 24, 2023, the one-year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned.

KettenWulf launching manufacturing operation in Auburn

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | February 28

On Jan. 26, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced that KettenWulf, a German-based global manufacturing company, will begin operations in Alabama with a new production facility based in Auburn. The company pledges to invest approximately $34 million into the new production site, bringing a planned 70 jobs to the Auburn-Opelika area.

From dives to rooftops: War Eagle Supper Club

By Layla Hyatt | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | February 27

What started as a brothel in the mid-1940s transformed into a club for generations of Auburn students to enjoy. After closing in 2015, War Eagle Supper Club has been reborn as a restaurant on the rooftop of the Graduate Hotel.

Third man arrested in daycare arson investigation

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | February 25

A third Tuskegee man has been arrested in connection to the Opelika daycare fires that occurred in early January. As of Feb. 24, 2026, Terrence Kareem Johnson was arrested on two counts of second degree arson. This is the third arrest in relation to these fires.

'ICE out': Montgomery student organization holds march against ICE

By Sydney Gallardo | Assistant News Editor | February 22

On Saturday, Feb. 21, the student-led organization Voices of Change (VOC) of Montgomery held a “Say No 2 ICE” march at the Court Square Fountain. Around 30 people attended the protest.

Phenix City teen arrested for 1st degree terroristic threat

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant Content Editor | February 20

On Feb. 20, Dontae Deshawn Ford, 18, was arrested after making a threat to “shoot up” Smith Station High School in Phenix City.

Notasulga man charged with sexual abuse of child

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant Content Editor | February 20

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection to an investigation of sexual abuse of a child under 12 years old and possession of child pornography. 

Pedestrian hit on Wright Street, transported to hospital

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant Content Editor | February 20

A woman is in the hospital today after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Wright street and West Glenn Avenue just before noon. The Auburn Police Department and Auburn Fire Department arrived on scene and provided aid to the woman, who was then transported to a nearby hospital for further treatment.

Tuskegee men arrested on charges of arson

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | February 19

On Jan. 13, 2026, the Opelika Fire Department (OFD) responded to a fire at By His Grace Daycare and Learning Center. Six days later, the department responded to another fire at the Children Palace Learning Center. Once both fires were extinguished, the City of Opelika Police Department (OPD) and OFD announced that they were investigating the incidents as a possible arson. Today, as of 1:25 p.m., the OPD announced that they had arrested two Tuskegee men with charges of arson related to the previously mentioned daycares.

Indivisible chapter hosts Signs of Fascism protest at Toomer's Corner

By Erin Cosby | Legal Reporter | February 19

On Feb. 18, over 120 individuals of all ages gathered at Toomer's Corner to protest actions by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) and the Trump administration as a whole. Specifically, Minneapolis residents Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed during confrontations with ICE. From 5 p.m. to 6, the event was coordinated by a national, bipartisan organization called Indivisible. Indivisible has been gaining momentum over the years through its activism, including the organization of the "No Kings" protests. 

City of Auburn placed under Phase 1 Drought Watch

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant Content Editor | February 17

Effective Feb. 9, the Water Works Board of the City of Auburn has placed the city under a Phase 1 Drought Watch. The announcement stems from an agreement with the City of Auburn Drought Management Plan.

Smalls Sliders temporarily closed until March 10

By Kristen Kloman | News Writer | February 16

Smalls Sliders on Opelika Road closed earlier this month after approximately one year in operation, leaving uncertainty about whether the shutdown is temporary or permanent. Google currently lists the restaurant as “temporarily closed,” but community members speculate that the closure may be lasting. However, as of Feb. 16, an updated statement on the Yelp restaurant page states the restaurant is scheduled to reopen on March 10, 2026. No further reason or information has been provided by the company.