Community

'Once I'm gone, I'm gone'

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | January 19

Jim Buston has worked for the City of Auburn for 25 years, holding the City Manager title for the final few.

East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, Ala. on Thursday, June 16, 2016.

EAMC reports rise in COVID hospitalizations after holidays

By My Ly | Community Editor | January 18

As EAMC sees its 10th month of COVID-19 cases, the hospital is still overwhelmed with hospitalizations, said public relations and marketing director John Atkinson.

'A unique crisis:' Auburn students speak out against plans for private prisons

By Trice Brown | Enterprise Editor | January 15

After Gov. Ivey announced new private prison plans and the DOJ sued Alabama for its "unconstitutional conditions" in men's prisons, students across Alabama formed a new group calling for change: Alabama Students Against Prisons.

Auburn man arrested following U.S. Capitol riot

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | January 12

An Auburn man is in federal custody following the revocation of his bond after he was seen at the U.S. Capitol riots last week.

Council approves traffic signal at Highway 14 and Solamere Lane

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | January 5

The Council approved the agreement which allows ALDOT to consider constructing a traffic signal at the entrance to the Solamere subdivision.

Council approves annexation, rezoning on Sutherland Lane

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | December 15

Though some nearby residents had concerns of construction traffic and a connection to North Donahue Drive, the Council approved the project which met all City criteria.

Ivey extends Safer at Home order

By My Ly | Community Editor | December 9

Following increased hospitalizations throughout the state, Gov. Kay Ivey extended the Safer at Home order through Jan. 22. The order was previously set to expire on Dec. 11.

Council approves land purchase for new public services complex

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | December 1

The Council approved the $1.8 million purchase of land for the public services complex, which will allow for relocation of multiple City services and additions to the Boykin Community Center.

The Maker and Merchant provides a storefront for 40 local businesses

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | November 24

Forty small businesses now have a home in The Maker and Merchant, the newest storefront in the Auburn Mall.

AHS girls overcome odds for cross country state championship

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | November 22

The Auburn High School girls cross country team won its fourth straight state championship Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Jesse Owens Memorial Park in Oakville, Alabama. They were led in part by Nist, a senior at Auburn High and four-year veteran of the program.

Shots fired at Gay Street, Drake Avenue intersection

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief and Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | November 20

The shooting took place at around 5:58 p.m. at the intersection of Gay Street and Drake Avenue, near the University Church of Christ at 449 N. Gay St.

Council denies "no parking" zone along Sanders Street

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | November 17

The Council unanimously denied a "no parking" zone along Sanders Street after considering how much of the parking may be used for nearby residents.

The welcome sign for the Auburn Recycle Center at the Auburn Environmental Services Department's Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, April 14, 2018 in Auburn, Ala.

Auburn residents recycle right on Auburn Recycles Day

By Laura Sitterly | News Writer | November 16

Auburn's goal for this year has been to recycle more and recycle right. The City has already seen an increase of recycling customers from 33% to 84% since 2017.

Lee County sees same voter turnout as 2016 general election

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | November 13

Lee County saw the same percent of registered voters at the polls on Nov. 3 as in 2016, despite predictions that polling places would see over 60% voter turnout.

Second annual State of the City Address tells of Auburn's triumphs in 2020

By Elise Sappington | Community Reporter | November 10

Mayor Ron Anders commended the community for its efforts to combat COVID-19 and remembered those who died.

Pop Love-It Skate Shop closes after 10 years

By Katherine Carroll | Writer | November 9

After 10 years of serving the Auburn longboarding community, Loveland decided to close his shop to take care of his infant daughter.

Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes

Lee County district attorney arrested on ethics violations

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief and Stephen Lanzi | Opinions Editor | November 8

Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes was arrested on Sunday evening by officers with the Lee County Sheriff's Office.on multiple charges.

Aniah Blanchard's family and friends look to effect positive change

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief and Emma Kirkemier | Copy Editor | November 8

Aniah Blanchard’s murder and kidnapping have prompted her family and friends to look to make changes. That includes promoting Aniah’s Law, which would restrict pretrial release on bail for an extended number of violent offenses, and starting the nonprofit organization Aniah’s Heart.

Crowd gathers to celebrate Joe Biden call in presidential election

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | November 7

Supporters of Joe Biden and the Democratic Party gathered at Toomer's Corner around 12:30 p.m. after several major news outlets called Biden to win the 2020 U.S. presidential election.

Chamber of Commerce, SGA make discount for University students

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | November 5

The Chamber of Commerce and the University's Student Government Association have joined forces to offer a 10% discount at multiple local businesses.