Community

Scott Dawson visits Auburn — talks ethics, economy and relationships

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | May 31

Republican gubernatorial candidate Scott Dawson and his family visited Auburn Thursday morning as a stop on his six-day "The Time is Now" Bus Tour through Alabama.

Retired Sgt. Adam Lee shakes hands with a representative from American Legion as he presents Lee with a plaque of appreciation Wednesday, May 30, 2018.

Nonprofit presents retired Army sergeant with new home

By Paul Brock | Staff Writer | May 30

The ribbon-cutting and dedication of retired Sgt. Adam Lee's new home was held Wednesday. Operation Finally Home, a nonprofit organization, in partnership with local contractor Michael Dilworth, Alabama Power and Southern Living provided Lee and his family with the mortgage-free home.

Mayor Bill Ham welcomes the Auburn community to the groundbreaking for the City of Auburn on Wednesday, May 30, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

City of Auburn breaks ground on new Public Safety Complex

By Madison Ogletree | Photo Editor | May 30

With golden shovels in hand, local Auburn legislators and public safety officials broke ground on a new Public Safety Complex to replace the former facility.

George Barton in 2017 via The Opelika-Auburn News.

Appeals court upholds capital murder conviction of Auburn man

By Staff Report | May 30

The blows also led to abdominal injuries the forensic pathologist at the Lee County trial called "devastating."

Auburn Mayor Bill Ham will not seek re-election

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | May 28

At the Mayor's Annual Memorial Day Breakfast, Mayor Bill Ham announced he would not seek re-election.

2018 Distinguished Veteran Award Recipient Lt. Col. Fred Lacy as have his acceptance speech Monday, May 28, 2018 at the Mayor's Memorial Day Breakfast. Contributed by David Dorton.

Lt. Col. Fred Lacy urges nation to be committed to US

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | May 28

Each year Mayor Bill Ham and the Auburn Veterans Committee give the Distinguished Veteran Award. This year Lacy was given that honor.

Mayor's Memorial Day Breakfast to be held in honor of US military

By Staff Report | May 28

The 20th Annual Mayor's Memorial Day Breakfast will be held on Monday, May 28, at the Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center.

Severe weather expected over the next week.

Governor issues state of emergency ahead of subtropical storm Alberto

By Staff Report | May 26

Lee County has been included in the state of emergency issued by Governor Kay Ivey.

Memorial Day city closures, waste pickup delays you need to know

By Staff Report | May 25

Memorial Day will bring closures around Auburn and Opelika. City Hall, the Auburn Public Library and most City facilities will be closed on Monday, May 28.

Portions of East Glenn Avenue to close for construction on The Standard

By Staff Report | May 25

The westbound lane of East Glenn Avenue will be closed Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 a.m.

Auburn University Bee Lab research technician Emily Muehlenfeld examines honey bees in a bee hive. The nation’s beekeepers lost 40 percent of their managed honey bee colonies between April 1, 2017, and March 31, 2018, an increase of almost 7 percentage points from the previous year’s total loss rate.

Beekeepers lost 40 percent of managed colonies over the last year

By Staff Report | May 24

The loss rate in recent years has been so high that beekeepers are now being forced to change their definition of an “acceptable” rate of loss.

Bridges down, storm damages all over Lee County

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | May 23

A string of thunderstorms brought damages to Lee County last night. A bridge has collapsed on Lee Road 318 at Turkey Creek Road one mile north of Lee Road 319.

Trump casts doubt on US-North Korea summit as he meets with South Korea's Moon

By Eli Stokols | Tribune Washington Bureau | May 22

The meeting the president has been touting may not be happening.

May 22

No, Chick-fil-A will not be open 24 hours

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor

A technical glitch on the Chick-fil-A website led many in Auburn to think the Magnolia Avenue location would be reopening to serve customers 24 hours a day.  Bob McFadden, store owner, has confirmed that the location will continue to serve customers during the normal hours of business. 

Fresh Air Market helps raise money for Girl's Ranch

By Brianna Wilson | Staff Writer | May 22

The summer heat didn’t stop the Auburn community from coming out to the Fresh Air Market at Chewacla State Park Saturday. The two-day market is a fundraising opportunity for the Alabama Sheriff Girl's Ranch. Chewacla State Park, The Auburn and Opelika Tourism Bureau, and the Alabama Sheriff Girl’s Ranch organized the market.

J&M celebrates 65 years of business

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | May 21

Johnston and Malone opened on May 19, 1953, and it stands today, 65 years old — a staple in the Auburn community.

May 21

Intersection of North Gay Street, East Glenn Avenue to close Tuesday evening

By Staff Report

The intersection of North Gay Street and East Glenn Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, May 22.  The closure is because of work to relocate the fiber optic cable.

J&M Bookstore opened 65 years ago today.