Community

Public Hearing | Why Auburn bans short-term rentals

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor and Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | March 17

This week, Caroline Craig explains Tuesday's City Council meeting, where a resident expressed his frustration with the city's decision to ban short-term rentals like Airbnb in his neighborhood.

Community member claims City sent him cease and desist letters regarding short-term rentals

By Sydney Houseman | March 16

During a significantly short City Council meeting, a community member expressed his frustration around the City's handling of short-term rentals. A number of announcements were made regarding parks and recreation developments and the public arts committee.

Mayor Ron Anders discusses re-election

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | March 13

Mayor Ron Anders talks about his re-election campaign and his goals.

Vet Set Go holds essay contest for young students

By Elizabeth Bartlett | News Writer | March 10

Vet Set Go is giving a middle school student the opportunity to attend a vet camp through an essay contest.

COVID hospitalizations at EAH lowest since June 2021

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

On Wednesday, March 9, there were only four patients at East Alabama Health facilities being treated for COVID-19, the fewest since June 2021.

Auburn Police invesitgate Commerce Drive shooting

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | March 8

On Monday, March 7, Auburn Police responded to a shooting call at a residence at 1300 Commerce Drive, where three individuals were found suffering from gunshot injuries.

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The Sound Wall provides a space for local music

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | March 3

The Sound Wall is a music venue that provides an intimate musical experience.

Public Hearing | Council approves project to renovate Indian Pines

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor and Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | March 3

This week, Caroline Craig explains how an extension of Auburn University Regional Airport's runway will require Indian Pines Golf Course to redesign its layout.

Council approves project to renovate Indian Pines Golf Course

By Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | March 2

City Council approved a contribution of $1.5 million to a renovation project of Indian Pines Public Golf Course because of a required runway extension from the Auburn University Regional Airport which would alter the 18-hole course.

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SkyBar owner arrested, charged with sexual misconduct

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | February 24

The owner of one of Auburn's busiest downtown bars has been arrested by the Auburn Police Department and charged with misdemeanor sexual misconduct.

Public Hearing | City Council launches study group for more public art

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor and Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | February 17

This week, Caroline Craig explains the controversy surrounding a public mural on Opelika Road.

City Council launches study group for more public art

By Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | February 16

The Auburn City Council discussed the removal of the mural on the Bedzzz express.

The Cup and Saucer Cafe changes management after 18 years

By Abigail Stephenson | Community Writer | February 15

Cup and Saucer has been in Auburn for 18 years and is transitioning to new management after the previous owner sold the business.

City of Auburn host annual daddy daughter dance

By Laney Mayfield | Writer | February 13

The City of Auburn held its annual daddy-daughter dance after taking a break last year as a result of the pandemic.

Pups on the Plains transitions to an advocacy group

By Mary Logan Sefton | News Writer | February 13

Pups on the Plains is transitioning to an advocacy group after the current structure has become difficult to sustain.

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Kreher Preserve provides the community with a chance to connect with nature

By Grace Jones | Community writer | February 9

The Kreher Perserve and Nature Center provides the community with opportunity to connect with nature and get involved.

Opelika police investigating alleged homicide

By My Ly | News Editor | February 9

OPD is investigating the alleged homicide of a gun-shot victim

Meet Auburn-based band The Stews

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | February 4

The Stews are an Auburn-based band with an ongoing tour throughout the U.S.

Severe weather possible in Lee County Thursday night

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | February 3

The National Weather Service in Birmingham, Alabama, has issued a severe thunderstorm warning, tornado watch and flood watch for Lee County Thursday night.

Meet the 2022 candidates for SGA and Miss Auburn

By Elizabeth Bartlett | News Writer | February 3

A brief breakdown of the SGA candidates of 2022-2023