Community

Council approves commercial development agreement for Buc-ee's

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | May 18

The Council approved the first step in Buc-ee's future location at the intersection of Cox Road and Interstate 85.

Auburn High defeats Eufaula in spring game

By Michael Floyd | Community Writer | May 14

The game against 6A Eufaula marked the end of Auburn High's spring practices.

Buc-ee's looks to add Auburn location off I-85

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | May 11

The Auburn City Council will vote on a proposed Buc-ee’s location near Exit 50 on Interstate 85 at its May 18 meeting.

Alabama ends participation in federal pandemic compensation programs

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | May 10

Gov. Kay Ivey announced on Monday that Alabama will end its participation in all federally funded pandemic unemployment compensation programs, effective June 19.

Spring Sundown Concert Series kicks off

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | May 7

Thursday May 6, Auburn Parks and Recreation had their first Spring Sundown Concert, featuring the Auburn Jazz Band and D.J. Cole.

Business licenses now necessary for short-term rentals

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | May 4

The Council approved an ordinance requiring business licenses to operate a short-term rental property.

Council approves 2021 Annual Action Plan for City social services

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | April 20

The City's CDBG money will help fund multiple projects and activities that support low-and-moderate-income individuals and families.

APD arrests man charged with production of pornography with minors

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | April 14

Johnson is currently being held at the Lee County Jail with a $125,000 bond.

Lee County residents call for roadside cleanup

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | April 10

Due to the increase of concern about the roadside litter in Lee County, District 4 County Commissioner Robert Ham and Micah Messer, founder of Keep Lee County Beautiful, have started roadside cleanups to help alleviate the issue.

Local businesses ready for "personal responsibility" after mask order expires

By Chris Divelbiss | Writer | April 9

As the statewide mask mandate expires, local businesses now have the choice whether to require their customers to wear masks.

AO Discover! brings hands-on STEM learning to East Alabama

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | April 8

AO Discover! will open its main floor of permanent exhibits once its donation goal for Phase I has been met and the exhibits finish construction.

Whataburger headed to Toomer's Corner

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | April 8

On Thursday, Whataburger announced that it will be opening a new location at Toomer's Corner, according to reporting by Atlanta Tomorrow's News Daily.

When Auburn’s fishing team was suspended, he came to their defense

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | April 7

Joe Durham, a Georgia lawyer and avid fisherman, advocated on behalf of Auburn's bass fishing team following the announcement of their year-long suspension.

City Council holds first in-person meeting in new Council chamber

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | April 6

During Tuesday night's City Council meeting, the Council approved the construction of four townhomes on Martin Avenue.

Keep Opelika Beautiful wraps up annual Azalea and Dogwood Trail

By Abby Minor | Writer | April 6

Keep Opelika Beautiful recently wrapped up the annual Azalea and Dogwood Trail, which guides visitors around Opelika's blooming flora.

Toomer's Corner Sit-In celebrates 300 days of creating conversations

By Chris Divelbiss | Writer | April 2

The Toomer's Corner Sit-In recently celebrated its 300th consecutive day of calling for an end to racism.

Auburn High hires Coach Keith Etheredge

By Michael Floyd | Community Writer | April 1

Auburn High School's new head coach plans to win the school's first football State Championship.

Rob's Ribs plans to open on North College Street

By Abby Minor | Writer | March 30

Rob's Ribs will be managed by its namesake, Rob Goodwin, who has been working at Butcher Paper since it first opened.

Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller is currently serving his fifth consecutive term.

Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller delivers seventh annual mayoral address

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | March 26

On Friday, Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller gave his mayoral address, updating the community on the City's accomplishments over the past year.

City Council meetings return in-person, other city meetings to follow

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | March 25

The Council will begin meeting in-person starting on April 6.