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Football, Fans, and Foot Traffic: How Auburn Football traffic fuels local shops

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | November 22

As another Auburn Football season on the Plains begins to finish, game days brought strains to the city’s infrastructure. One such instance was the appearance of long, often slow lines of game day traffic. However, for many of Auburn’s local businesses, this traffic has become surprisingly beneficial, with slower transit and increased foot traffic being surprisingly advantageous for the locals of downtown Auburn.

Bald eagle nest removal sparks outrage, boycott and federal investigation

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor and Ali Carriere | News Writer | November 19

On Friday night, Nov. 15, Columbus, Georgia contractor Hughston Homes removed a bald eagle nest near North College Street, despite a viral petition and community support to save the nest. The bonded bald eagle pair, named Jim and Pam by locals, are now without a home for nesting season, sparking outrage in the Auburn community, as residents and students call for a boycott and city officials request a federal investigation.

Lee County's 2024 Day of Remembrance

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | November 19

The Lee County Remembrance Project held the 2024 Day of Remembrance on Nov.17 at the Lee County Courthouse Square in Downtown Opelika. The event commemorated the lives of Black men who lost their lives to racial terror lynching in Lee County, AL. and featured spoken word and musical performances.

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Mayor Ron Anders holds 2024 State of the City Address

Mayor Ron Anders presented his sixth-annual State of the City Address at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center on Nov. 12. For the 2024 State of the City Address, Mayor Anders discussed Auburn’s growth and challenges in the past year.

Rocking Through the Fire and Flames: an AubFest V Festival recap

By Jack Fawcett | Sports & News Writer | November 11

Music festival AubFest V rocked local ATV recreation park Boggin’ on The Plains on Nov. 2. Held once a semester, AubFest has rapidly grown into a community that came out in droves to support local talent and each other.

PREVIEW: Live on the Plains

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | November 7

The first ever Live on the Plains is coming to the Auburn-Opelika area on Nov. 9, featuring the sounds of Headliner Tyler Childers and smaller country artists. The one-day music festival welcomes all guests ranging from large families to solo music lovers.

Baking up a Business: Stinson Breads

By Railey McCord | News Writer | November 7

For Anna Claire and Matthew Stinson, the owners of Stinson Breads, creating and running a bakery is all about bringing high-quality, European-style bread culture to Opelika in a hospitable environment. Located in historic downtown Opelika, Stinson Breads opened its bakery doors to the public earlier this year in late April.

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Auburn students roll Toomer’s Corner for Donald Trump’s presidential win

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 6

Auburn students and local city residents gathered at Toomer's Corner last night and rolled like they would for an Auburn Athletics win.

Auburn voices from the polls: Megan Thrasher

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 5

Restaurant manager and Auburn University student Megan Thrasher shared her thoughts on the importance of making an informed vote for a presidential candidate, as well as her journey through the voting process in the city of Auburn.

Auburn voices from the polls: Long lines

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 5

People at voting locations throughout the city of Auburn share perspectives on the long lines and extensive wait times involved in casting their ballots for the 2024 General Election.

Auburn voices from the polls: Scott Shepherd

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 5

Local chaplain Scott Shepherd shares his experience deciding who to vote for, as well as an appreciation for voting accessibility at the polls.

Auburn voices from the polls: Choosing who to vote for

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 5

Voters in the city of Auburn share how they chose which presidential candidate to vote for in the 2024 election.

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Auburn Speaks event canceled after potential security threat at Gogue Performing Arts Center

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | November 4

The Auburn Speaks public speaking competition is set to be rescheduled after a potential security threat was reported at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center on Nov. 4. Entrances to the event were supposed to close at 6 p.m. for the start of the competition, however, GPAC sent a cancellation email to students rsvp'd for the event at 5:59 p.m alerting them of the postponing of the event.

Auburn political science professors provide insight on what matters going into Election Day

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | November 4

Going into a highly anticipated presidential election, several of Auburn University's political science professors have noted the factors they think will determine the outcome of the Nov. 5 contest.

Register, Plan, Vote: Voting Made Easy

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | November 2

Citizens can sometimes find voting at the polls daunting due to confusing ballots, strict voter identification requirements and lengthy lines. The voting process may be especially intimidating for new voters, typically young college students, but completing three key steps will guarantee an effortless election day come November 5.

Looking ahead to Aubfest, Auburn’s DIY Music Festival

By Jack Fawcett | Sports & News Writer | October 31

The Loveliest DIY Music Festival in Auburn returns for Aubfest V on Saturday. The project spearheaded by festival founder Ashley Spencer has grown into a once-a-semester tradition and serves as Auburn’s premier showcase for local artists.

It’s official, Tacorita is back

By Heather Wright | News Writer | October 31

Tacorita, now on 155 N College Street, opened its doors for a soft opening a few days before the grand opening on Oct 25. At noon, the restaurant was almost at full capacity, just an hour after opening its doors.

Pride flag stolen from St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church

By William Speigner | Legal Reporter | October 29

St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church on Magnolia Street had its pride flag stolen for the third time. While the church's community is concerned about the intolerance of such a crime, they remain dedicated to their message of inclusivity.

Cow College: Exploring Auburn University's rich legacy of cattle

By Gabriel Fox | Columnist | October 29

Auburn University’s history as a leader in agricultural work dates back to 1872 when it became the South’s first land-grant university, established for the purpose of education and community outreach. Easily dismissed as pastoral and picturesque, cattle production is often out-of-mind from the everyday life of metropolitan communities. Auburn University's nickname "Cow College," has a deeper meaning within the world of agriculture.

Syrup Sopping Day returns to Pioneer Park in Loachapoka

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | October 25

As autumn once again comes into the greater Auburn area, Syrup Sopping Day makes its annual return to Pioneer Park in Loachapoka on Saturday, Oct 26th. The festival, known for its traditional syrup-making and sugar-milling displays, has returned to Loachapoka for the better part of a century each October to celebrate Lee County's rich agricultural history. Hosted by the Lee County Historical Society, Syrup Soppin' at Pioneer Park is free to attend and is set to begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, with over ten thousand visitors expected.