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What to know about the proposed gas tax increase

By Scott Berson | Assistant Community Editor | March 11

Lawmakers have not raised the tax since 1992, when it was raised by five cents. Since then, bills to raise the rate have tanked on the floor each time they were proposed. That's unlikely to happen this time. 

Portion of South College Street to be closed from March 11-16

By Staff Report | March 10

A portion of South College Street, from Donahue Drive to Woodfield Drive, will be closed from March 11-16 during Auburn University's spring break.

Video shows car crashing just yards from President Trump's motorcade

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 8

Police and secret service escorts are seen going by before squealing tires are heard and the SUV is seen crashing into the median.

'We love you all': Trump tours tornado damage, autographs Bibles for survivors

By Staff Report | March 8

She said Trump signed several hats and Bibles including one of a 12-year-old boy. Those gathered at the church cheered and applauded.

LIVE UPDATES: President Donald Trump tours Lee County tornado damage

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief , Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor and Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor | March 8

The president is expected to visit some of the hardest-hit areas in southern Lee County about 15 miles from Auburn.

Auburn Parking Services offering account credits for tornado relief donations

By Staff Report | March 7

There will be a $2.00 credit issued per item to student and faculty accounts. Up to $50 “can be credited towards your account,” according to parking services.

Poarch Band of Creek Indians ups donation for tornado victims' funerals to $184,000

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

When the tribe called back later this week to find out how much would be needed to cover the costs completely, they decided to up their donation to $184,000, Harris said.

This woman called her family to warn of an approaching tornado. It might have saved their lives.

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

Kiara Slater said she knew she needed to call her mom when she saw the tornado warning on television.

Auburn City Council votes on new member for Board of Education

By Cory Blackmon | Community Reporter | March 7

After 21 applications and an extensive interview process, Florence Holland and Kathy Powell were nominated for the vacant spot.

Latest: Instances of looting reported, sheriff says

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

"If anyone out there is watching these newscasts, if they have any inkling about coming to Lee County, coming to Smiths Station, coming to Beauregard and have evil intent, then be forewarned: They will go to jail," the sheriff said.

'We are Beauregard Strong': Sen. Doug Jones tours tornado damage

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

"You cannot fully appreciate what has happened here," Jones said. The devastation "will absolutely take your breath away."

Regions Foundation announces $25,000 donation to support Alabama tornado recovery

By Staff Report | March 7

The Regions Foundation, a nonprofit initiative of Regions Bank, announced a $25,000 donation to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts following an EF-4 tornado that destroyed areas in Beauregard, Smiths Station and nearby communities on Sunday. From the $25,000 contribution, a $15,000 portion ...

'Rent,' The Beach Boys, Postmodern Jukebox, Wynton Marsalis among Gogue Center inaugural performances

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 6

Broadway shows and musical artists ranging from "Rent" and "Waitress" to Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, The Beach Boys and soprano Reneé Fleming will appear on stage at the new Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center during its inaugural season starting in fall 2019.

Gov. Kay Ivey tours tornado damage

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | March 6

Gov. Kay Ivey visited Lee County, Alabama, Wednesday to survey the damage from Sunday’s tornadoes that killed 23 people.

Student raises money for tornado victims through jewelry business

By Lauren Pieper | Lifestyle Writer | March 6

Natalie Hermes, senior in interdisciplinary studies, is doing her part by donating $14 from every necklace she sells to Saint Michael’s Catholic Church’s tornado relief.

Latest: Four remain hospitalized in ICUs. All missing are accounted for alive.

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 6

At least four people injured in Sunday's storm remain in critical condition at hospitals in Georgia and Alabama, officials said Wednesday.  

State of the State: Governor honors tornado victims, proposes $75 million higher ed funding increase

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 6

The governor held a moment of silent prayer for the victims before she pitched her priorities for the 2019 legislative session to lawmakers gathered at the State Capitol Tuesday for her annual speech.

Trump approves major disaster declaration for Lee County after severe weather, tornadoes

By Staff Report | March 5

 President Donald Trump approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Lee County, Alabama Tuesday. This comes after Gov. Kay Ivey ‘s request for such assistance on Monday and triggers the release of federal funds to help the community recover from Sunday’s storms that ravaged Lee County killing 23 people.