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Former Auburn mayoral candidate arrested on public intoxication charge

By Eduardo Medina | Assistant Community Editor | October 2

Former Auburn mayoral candidate, Richard Speake, was charged with public intoxication over the weekend.

Kay Ivey commemorates the start of the 25th annual 'Beat Bama Food Drive'

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Reporter | October 1

Gov. Kay Ivey made the first food donations in the 25th annual Auburn-Alabama rivalry food drive during an Oct. 1 commemoration ceremony held on the front steps of the Capitol.

Women's Handball Team smashes their way to the Pan-American Games

By Cory Blackmon | Community Writer | October 1

The match against Canada was crucial as it opens the door for Team USA to compete in the Olympics.

The funds raised by the Special Olympics Iron Bowl will support Special Olympics programs across the state. (Contributed by Dana Stewart)

Auburn Parks and Recreations hosts Lee County Special Olympics Program

By Brian Wesley | Community Writer | September 30

Auburn Parks and Recreations will sponsor Lee County Special Olympics as their weekly practices begin this fall.

Lyft driver won't let 'one bad apple' spoil the job after alleged assault by Auburn student

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 29

An Auburn student, 20-year-old Jess Erwin Ralston, from Auburn, has been charged with third-degree assault, police said, after attacking a 58-year-old female Lyft driver in the 200 block of West Longleaf Drive.

Hooked Deals app now offering food and discounts in Auburn

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | September 28

Hooked Deals, a fast-growing, food and drink discount app for college towns has expanded to Auburn

Ole Times Country Buffet opens at Auburn mall

By Tim Nail | Community Writer | September 28

The restaurant promises traditional Southern dishes, “just like your mama or grandma cooked back in the day.”

Annual Oktoberfest offers student discount

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 26

Auburn's craft beer festival, Oktoberfest, will feature over 150 beers from over 50 brewerys from across the states. The annual event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 3-7 p.m. at the Ag Heritage Park. Oktoberfest will be running a $10-off discount for Auburn students until Oct. 1. ...

Sensigreen CDH Foundation to lead bowling fundraiser

By Tim Nail | Community Writer | September 26

College students will receive the chance to enjoy rounds of bowling while supporting the foundation, which aims to aid families affected by congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH).

Maddox, Hagan visit Opelika to talk plans for the future

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | September 26

The elections for Maddox, Hagan and all of the candidates at the rally Monday night will be held Nov. 6.

Student develops downtown limo service out of senior project

By Molly Reilly | Community Writer | September 26

His small side hobby became his senior project that soon transformed into a business

Mallory Hagan says Mike Rogers isn't accessible to his constituents

By Trice Brown | Campus Reporter | September 25

“While he might be right now, because there is an election coming, he hasn’t been for the other seven months of this year," Hagan said.

Maddox, Hagan to visit Auburn area Monday night

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | September 24

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Walt Maddox and congressional candidate Mallory Hagan will be visiting the Auburn area tonight.

A Second Shot: An Auburn man's journey through jail

By Eduardo Medina | Assistant Community Editor | September 23

In 2011, the Auburn native was arrested on a burglary charge and later convicted. He lost 10 months of life in the Lee County Detention Center. For the first time, Smith was no longer a free man.

Attorney General Jeff Sessions attends Auburn football game

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 22

Auburn President Steven Leath gifted Sessions an honorary No. 84 Auburn jersey marking his tenure as the 84th attorney general of the United States

Inaugural Red Clay Oyster Fest attracts over 200 guests

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | September 20

The event raised funds for the Alabama Coastal Foundation and featured live music from Dallas Dorsey

College Republicans hosts Rep. Mike Rogers, talk upcoming election

By Trice Brown | Campus Writer | September 19

“This all could come to a screeching halt if our people don’t get out and vote in this election like the way they did in 2016,” Rogers said.

Former economics chair sues University alleging retaliation

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 18

The lawsuit is yet another chapter in an ongoing dispute between former Economics Chair Michael Stern and University administrators over athletics influence on academic decision-making.

Auburn community gathers to discuss sustainability, transparency and city planning

By Brian Wesley | Community Writer | September 18

Attendees included mayoral runoff candidates

Red Clay Brewing, The Depot to host inaugural Red Clay Oyster Fest Tuesday

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | September 17

The inaugural Red Clay Oyster Fest will be held Tuesday, Sept. 18 at Red Clay Brewing in Opelika from 6- 9 p.m.