Community

Advanced Manufacturing Training Center now open

By Daniel Locke | Community Editor | October 30

The AMTC provides Auburn engineering students as well as others a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and perform research.

Auburn Jewish community and people with ties to Israel speak out on Israel-Hamas war

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | October 25

On Oct. 7, Hamas – a terrorist group based in the Gaza Strip – launched an assault that took the lives of hundreds of Israelis. Members of Auburn's Jewish community and people with ties to Israel are now speaking out on the attacks and how they have impacted them.

Celebration Co., an event rental business, opens in Auburn

By Kayleigh Freeman | Community Writer | October 20

Celebration Co., an event and party rental business, opened on Sept. 18 in Auburn.

Auburn City Council discusses diverse agenda at second October meeting

By Daniel Locke | Community Editor | October 18

The Auburn City Council met to discuss a wide variety of business. The topics of conversation ranged from contracts and agreements for construction equipment to resolutions suggested by the planning commission.

Peppertree Steaks n’ Wine opens new Auburn location

By Ella Foster | Community Writer | October 17

Peppertree Steaks n' Wine has branched out from Montgomery to Auburn. The new location is located on Glenn Avenue.

Auburn adaptive athlete headed to Powerchair Soccer World Cup

By Noah Griffith | Writer | October 6

Zach Dickey, an Auburn University graduate student and adaptive athlete, is representing Auburn in the U.S. Powerchair Soccer World Cup starting Oct. 14.

Federal courts order Alabama Redistricting Committee to redraw districts a second time

By Carrington Romanick | Community Writer | October 6

The state of Alabama has proposed a redistricting plan that has received some backlash from courts and civil rights groups. What are the specifics of the plan and why is it attracting opposition?

Well Red: opening a small business in Auburn, twice

By Carrington Romanick | Community Writer | October 6

Well Red, a beloved coffee shop located on Opelika Road, will be opening another location.

Opelika's annual National Night Out builds community among locals

By Ella Foster | Community Writer | October 5

Opelika's annual National Night Out had numerous positive effects on the community.

Auburn City Council approves purchase of new police drone

By Sam Vise | Community Reporter | October 4

This week, Auburn City Council members approved the purchase of an Autel Dragonfish Drone to be used by the police department. The drone cost $131,675. Council member Sonny Moreman, Ward 5, addressed possible concerns constituents may have about the use of the new drone.

Two emergency alert tests to be conducted on Oct. 4

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | October 4

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, there will be two emergency alert tests occurring at 1:20 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Auburn to host USA Cycling Marathon Mountain Bike National Championship

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | September 22

Auburn is set to hold the USA Cycling - Marathon Mountain Bike National Championship on Sept. 23, 2023. Here is a reminder to be extra cautious on the roads this weekend.

Gov. Ivey calls FFRF letter "misleading and misguided" in statement Friday morning

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | September 22

Gov. Kay Ivey released a statement this morning responding to two recent letters received in the state from the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF).

New Realm Brewing Company offers collaborative opportunities for Auburn students

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | September 21

New Realm Brewing Company held a ceremonial ribbon cutting on Sept. 20, which opened doors to a revolutionary collaboration effort between the brewery and Auburn University.

The destruction of the Loveliest Village: concerned citizen speaks out at City Council meeting

By Daniel Locke | Community Editor | September 20

At Tuesday's meeting, members of the Auburn City Council heard from a citizen who is concerned about various city changes that he believed will cause "the destruction of the Loveliest Village on the Plains."

Opelika Chamber of Commerce debuts small business grants

By Stuart Dyos | Business Reporter | September 20

The Opelika Chamber of Commerce awarded $35,000 in small business grants and scholarships to six minority-owned businesses at Opelika Main Street on Wednesday.

Impacts of Auburn football game days on the community

By Jennah Wood | Community Writer | September 20

With a couple of games out of the way, how has the community been effected by the start of a new football season and changes to the venue Auburn football calls home?

Skybar owner found not guilty on sexual misconduct charges

By Lily Stewart | Operations Editor | June 24

After hours of deliberation on Thursday, the jury found Skybar owner Pat Grider not guilty of sexual misconduct charges from a former employee.

Auburn residents among five charged in Dadeville shooting

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief and Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | April 20

Wilson LaMar Hill Jr., 20, a resident of Auburn, was arrested and charged with four counts of reckless murder after the Dadeville shooting.

After Title IX investigation, student left unhappy with process

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | April 17

On Feb. 16, The Plainsman received a tip outlining a student’s experience with Auburn’s Title IX office and the investigative process.