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Auburn woman charged with theft of more than $50,000

By Staff Report | December 13

Tammy D. Harris, 48, was charged and arrested on Wednesday by the Auburn Police Division. 

'I don’t want to leave. I built this house': What happens when student housing forces African-Americans from their homes

By Eduardo Medina | Assistant Community Editor | December 9

New student housing and city policies force African Americans from their longtime homes.

City Council, citizens clash on student housing

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Reporter | December 6

Ward 1 and 2 councilmembers Connie Fitch-Taylor and Kelley Griswold expressed concern Tuesday night over single-family housing being developed and used as student housing in Auburn’s northwest neighborhoods, causing residents to be pushed out. Through a loophole in housing regulations, developers ...

Loose bricks on Evolve apartment building lead to sidewalk closure

By Staff Report | December 4

The city has closed the side walk on the south side of West Glenn Avenue in front of West & Wright apartment, which was recently renamed from Evolve, because of a safety issued caused by loose bricks on the building's exterior.

Mayor Ron Anders making his mark

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | December 4

“It’s certainly exciting to be in a position to lead this really vibrant and growing, wonderful city,” Anders said. “I look forward to the work.” 

Auburn Area Community Theater: A 15-year Auburn Classic

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | December 3

With its 15th season in full swing, the Auburn Area Community Theater continues to provide a creative outlet for Lee County residents.  

Athletic trainer starts sports performance company

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | December 3

“My goal is to take what I learned here at Auburn and put it into my company," Clardy said. 

Christmas Parade comes under guidance of businesses this holiday season

By Tim Nail | Community Writer | December 2

The event now finds itself under the direction of the Auburn Downtown Merchants Association.  

Auburn Young Professionals promote community among young careerists

By Abby Driggers | Community Writer | December 2

Auburn Young Professionals is a program of the Auburn Chamber of Commerce created in 2017. It’s designed to engage area professionals from ages 21 to 40 who are employed by an Auburn Chamber member. Auburn Young Professionals creates opportunities to mutually benefit the employer and employee. 

The Standard is on track for fall 2019 opening

By Cory Blackmon | Community Writer | December 2

Construction of The Standard apartment complex is going smoothly, and is on schedule to house auburn students fall 2019. 

Chicken Salad Chick opens 100th store

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Reporter | November 28

The chain, which serves more than a dozen Southern-style chicken salad flavors in their restaurants, was founded in Auburn in 2008 by Stacy Brown and now has presence in 12 states.

President aims to expand Auburn's footprint in Birmingham

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | November 28

Urban Studio is continuing to grow, and the University is looking to add more academic programs in the city.

A Taste of Asia in Auburn

By Cory Blackmon | Community Writer | November 27

Editor's note: A previous version of the article had a picture of the incorrect restaurant. It has since been corrected to reflect a true image of the restaurant. We sincerely regret the error. Most Auburn residents know that when trying to cook authentic Asian cuisine, the Asian Supermarket off Opelika ...

Auburn residents speak on their Islamic faith

By Aaron Kirkland | Lifestyle Writer | November 26

  Muslims come to the Auburn Islamic Center on Armstrong Street five times a day as Asim Ali leads the adhan, the muslim call to prayer.  Since Muslims in Auburn have no official imam or muezzin, all calls to prayer and prayer services are done by whoever has the greatest knowledge of the ...

Update: Auburn downtown parking deck coming along

By Emma McCall | Community Writer | November 25

The idea of a new parking deck in downtown Auburn has been buzzing for several years. With new developments all over the city, there has been much talk of a new downtown parking deck to accommodate Auburn’s growing population. As the city began planning for a new parking deck to add to the available ...

Auburn University partnerships to expand additive manufacturing education in Alabama

By Emma McCall | Community Writer | November 24

Two 3D printers are no longer sitting idle in Huntsville thanks to Auburn University’s partnership with Huntsville City Schools, the U.S. Army and NASA.  Several years ago, Huntsville City Schools decided to invest in new 3D printing equipment for polymers and metals. They bought two EOS M290 ...

The viral 'Neck Guy' arrested in Lee County

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | November 21

Charles Dion McDowell, 31, who has become known online as the "neck guy," was arrested in Lee County early Wednesday morning and booked into the Lee County Detention Center in Opelika.

Turkey in town: Where to grab a Thanksgiving meal on The Plains

By Emma McCall | Community Writer | November 20

If you don’t feel like cooking for Thanksgiving, or you’re stuck in the dorms all week, there's still a chance to get a full belly on Thursday. Several businesses in town are opening its doors on Thanksgiving. Ariccia Trattoria in the Hotel at Auburn University will be having a brunch buffet, including ...