Community

'Gravely concerned': Quarry faces opposition from Auburn-Opelika residents

By Cory Blackmon | Community Writer | February 13

For Dena Little, founder of Storybook Farm, a nonprofit that helps children who are abused, living in poverty or experiencing mental health issues, the stakes are simple: If the quarry is built, Storybook Farm will no longer exist.

Opelika Mayor Fuller reflects on 2019, addresses plans for future

By Charlie Ramo | Community Reporter | February 7

Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller gave his sixth annual Mayoral Address to the Opelika Chamber of Commerce on Friday, giving updates on the city’s projects from 2019.

City considers future of HealthPlus pool

By Charlie Ramo | Community Reporter | February 7

The City could lease the HealthPlus Fitness Center pool for 9 to 12 months. However City Manager Jim Buston advised against it, saying it was not fiscally responsible.

Students continue to work in Auburn through the coronavirus outbreak.

University leases 160 Ross for on-campus housing; students voice confusion

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief and Eduardo Medina | Editor-in-chief | February 6

160 Ross — an apartment complex located off campus — will be considered on-campus student housing by Auburn University for the fall 2020 semester. The cost of living in the off-campus complex will be about the same as living in the Village.

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Lee County under tornado watch; AU suspends classes until 2 p.m.

By Eduardo Medina | Editor-in-chief | February 6

Lee County was placed under a tornado watch by the National Weather Service Thursday morning, prompting the University to suspend classes until 1 p.m.

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Severe storms possible Wednesday night, Thursday morning

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | February 5

Severe weather could impact the Auburn area from Wednesday evening until 10 a.m. on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

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City selects new Auburn police chief

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | February 5

The City of Auburn announced that Cedric Anderson will be the next Auburn police chief.

Organic supermarket chain Earth Fare closing all locations

By My Ly | Community Writer | February 4

The company issued a press release stating the reason for the closing was financial struggles within the company.

University suspends travel to China over coronavirus concerns

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | January 31

Auburn University announced Friday evening that it will be temporarily suspending all University travel to China for students, faculty and staff due to concerns over the spread of the coronavirus.

Bill aims to change who can get bail in Alabama

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | January 30

Alabama Sen. Cam Ward, R-Alabaster, said he has proposed legislation that would deny bail to those accused of seven “very top crimes.”

Input sought through biennial Citizen Survey

By Charlie Ramo | Community Reporter | January 29

The goal of the survey is to learn about residents’ thoughts on various issues in Auburn and to help the City Council make budgeting decisions, said City Manager Jim Buston.

Opelika musician starts online music festival

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | January 28

Couchella is the creation of Abby Miracle of Opelika, who started the festival in 2019 to bring together independent musicians and raise money for charity.

Participants prepare for polar plunge

By Fielder Hagan | Community Writer | January 27

The City of Auburn Parks and Recreation Department will hold its eighth annual Polar Plunge to benefit the Lee County Special Olympics on Saturday, Feb. 1.

Moratorium vote coming in February: Here's what you need to know

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | January 27

If the student housing moratorium is approved the City Council, it would put a temporary, 90-day stop to the construction of private dormitories and academic detach dwelling units within Auburn.

Fame, immortality and a paw: The Tiger Trail

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | January 26

The Tiger Trail began over two decades ago as a joint venture between the Auburn Chamber of Commerce, Auburn University Athletics and the City of Auburn. The project was started in 1995 as a way to honor Auburn athletes.

Proposed cell tower dies on the table at City Council

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | January 23

In a rare occurrence Tuesday night, the City Council did not take a vote on a proposed cell tower. Since no action was taken, the issue died on the table and was effectively denied, said Assistant City Manager Megan Crouch.

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Bramblett suspect indicted by grand jury

By Eduardo Medina | Editor-in-chief | January 23

The Auburn 16-year-old charged in connection with the death of Rod and Paula Bramblett was indicted by a Lee County grand jury.

An Auburn Police Department car sits parked outside of the public safety department building on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

City plans to hire more officers to strengthen APD's presence

By Charlie Ramo | Community Reporter | January 22

This increase will allow APD to have at least one officer covering each of the City’s 14 beats at all times, according to Police Chief Paul Register.

Cities hold ribbon-cutting ceremony for new skate park

By Fielder Hagan | Community Writer | January 22

The new skate park that was completed late November 2019. Auburn Mayor Ron Anders was in attendance and spoke about the importance of building the park.

Auburn Pharmacy serves up retro feel

By Tarah Yeager | Community Writer | January 17

After opening in late November, Auburn Pharmacy now serves the community from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Chris and Nicole Finley own and operate the pharmacy.