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Driving laws aim to protect first responders, reduce congestion

By Charlie Ramo | Community Writer | November 10

The Move Over Act is an existing law requiring motorists to move over a lane for stopped emergency vehicles. If not possible, drivers must slow down 15 miles-per-hour below the speed limit while passing. The revision to the law increases penalty costs and adds to the list of vehicles that drivers should move over for while on the road.

Possible enrollment cap, more housing expected: Is Auburn at capacity?

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

Reasons for limiting the amount of students in the future are many, but Jay Mittal, director of the graduate community planning program at Auburn University, asserted an obvious fact — “We cannot have limitless growth.”

Suspect in Aniah Blanchard case arrested in Florida

By Eduardo Medina | Editor-in-chief | November 8

The suspect wanted in the missing person case of Aniah Blanchard was arrested in Florida on Friday.

Aniah Blanchard update: Police identify person of interest, issue warrant for arrest

By Eduardo Medina | Editor-in-chief | November 7

Ibraheem Yazeed, 30, from Montgomery, Alabama, has been identified as the person of interest in the Aniah Blanchard case, according to police. 

Update: Police identify a person of interest in Aniah Blanchard case

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

The Auburn Police Division is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in the Aniah Blanchard case.

Public asked not to share search locations in search for missing Auburn teen

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | November 6

Texas Equusearch is asking volunteers and community members that know the search area locations in the search for Anaih Blanchard to not publish those on social media. 

Business park to bring companies to Opelika

By Sydney Sims | Community Writer | November 5

A new business park is coming to Opelika in a qualified opportunity zone. The Hi Pack Business Park, which will feature 10 buildings varying from 7,000 to 45,000-square feet in size, offers potential tax advantages and savings to companies locating to the park. 

Community gathers to pray for missing teen

By Cory Blackmon | Community Reporter | November 5

 “They’re so grateful to see everybody out and supporting Aniah and the family,” family spokesperson Haley Tembarge said. “Just to know that people are still aware of the story and looking for her means the world to them.” 

Community center coming to Auburn park

By My Ly | Community Writer | November 4

The community center, located in Lake Wilmore Park along Ogletree Road, will feature many amenities such as gymnasiums and a pool, said City of Auburn Parks and Recreation director Becky Richardson.

Red Lobster on Opelika Road catches fire

By Trice Brown | Assistant Campus Editor | November 3

Jordan said firefighters are investigating whether the fire has extended to the inside of the building. 

Mama Mocha’s adds wine to list of beverages for sale

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | November 2

Some customers’ dietary restrictions or personal drink preferences motivated Sarah Barnett, owner of Mama Mocha's, to start selling wine in addition to craft brews.

Costumes fill streets for 19th annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat

By My Ly | Community Writer | November 1

Children dressed in costumes ranging from Minecraft characters to princesses participated in this year's costume contest. 

Private bookstore opens downtown

By My Ly | Community Writer | November 1

The City of Auburn is now home to a privately owned bookstore, Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers. The bookstore, located on Magnolia Avenue, is owned by a couple from Greenville, Alabama.  The bookstore opened its doors to the public on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Local artist finds inspiration for art through hardship

By Lydia McMullen | Lifestyle Writer | November 1

Covin is an Auburn resident who twists and knots pieces of fiber in macramé wall hangings and stitches embroidery on fabric while meditating to simultaneously create her art and calm her mind.

Local pumpkin patches stay busy after October

By Fielder Hagan | Community Writer | November 1

As pumpkin patch pictures fill Instagram feeds and jack-o’-lanterns light paths to houses, pumpkin patches throughout the community fill with visitors.  During the rest of the year, these patches are not as popular among locals and tourists. Some local pumpkin patch owners are working to change ...

Decorative crosswalks nearly completed downtown

By My Ly | Community Writer | November 1

The new decorative crosswalks in Auburn are nearly finished and are a small aspect of a much larger plan to make Auburn safer. 

Missing Auburn teen victim of foul play, APD says

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

Aniah Haley Blanchard, missing Auburn teen, was harmed and is considered to be the victim of foul play, the Auburn Police Division announced Thursday.

Updyke a no show in court

By Sydney Sims | Community Writer | October 30

Harvey Updyke failed to appear before the Lee County Court on Wednesday afternoon. Pending a 30-day advisement period, Judge Jacob Walker will consider issuing a writ of arrest.