Community

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.

Opelika man inspires youth through 'I Run Opelika'

By Molly Reilly | Community Writer | September 17

Andre Marcus found his calling to mentor and empower the local youth through his own personal experiences as the son of a working single mother.

Opelika singer performs at Downtown Auburn's Come Home to the Corner

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | September 16

Toomers Corner was flooded with Auburn and LSU fans getting an early start on their game day celebrations at downtown Auburn’s Come Home to the Corner event Friday night.

City issues cease and desist letter to Bird scooters

By Staff Report | September 14

Bird scooters will cease operation in Auburn. The city issued a cease and desist letter to Bird scooters, which the company agreed to, according to a statement from the city of Auburn.

Auburn College Republicans to host US Rep. Mike Rogers on campus Tuesday

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 14

Rogers, a Republican, represents Auburn and the 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. Congress.

Visitors learning how to best choose a guitar

Local music store hosts “Find Your Fit” guitar workshop

By Emma McCall | Community Writer | September 12

“We really wanted to start something and provide lessons for the community,” Spicer said.

Kenny Heard plays at the Auburn University Hotel.

'Sing us a song, you're the piano man'

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | September 11

It’s not the idea of fame or fortune that gets him to the piano every day, it’s the love of performing, Heard said.

Police, district attorney expect additional charges in Sunday shooting

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 11

Auburn Police and Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes are expecting additional charges in addition to the murder charge already filed against 17-year-old Jarvis Nichols.

Eddie's Calzones moves to N. College Street.

Eddie's Calzone's to move to the heart of downtown

By Tim Nail | Community Writer | September 10

The proprietor and namesake of Eddie’s Calzone, Eddie Southworth, said he’s looking forward to transitioning.

Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes

District attorney promises to send 'strong message' after Sunday shooting

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 10

"I will do everything in my power to assure the perpetrator of these crimes is punished appropriately and will do so in a way that sends a strong message," District Attorney Brandon Hughes said.

Authorities confirm identity of juvenile charged with murder

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 10

Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones confirmed Jarvis Nichols, from the county area near Opelika, was arrested Sunday evening and charged with one count of murder.