Community

Embry-Riddle evacuates more than 40 planes to Auburn as Irma approaches

By Paul Brock | Campus Writer | September 9

“For a brief moment in time, Auburn’s going to be the busiest airport in the Southeast," said Steve Swartz.

Auburn police warn of another incident of man impersonating officer

By Staff Report | September 8

On Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017, Auburn Police responded to a call from a 21-year-old woman reporting that she was stopped by an individual impersonating a police officer.

Auburn ranked one of 'The South's Best Small Towns 2017'

By Staff Report | September 8

Auburn was named number seven out of 10.

Cornel West, Robert George tackle the alt-right in interview with The Plainsman

By Alex Hosey | Community Reporter | September 8

West, who protested the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, along with other members of the clergy, said the best and worst qualities of humanity were present at the protests.

Gov. Ivey announces re-election campaign

By Staff Report | September 7

In a statement released Thursday morning, Gov. Kay Ivey made her 2018 reelection bid official.

Storybook Farm saddling up for another year

By Sydney Smith | Community Writer | September 7

Storybook Farm is opening their barn doors to allow Auburn students or people of the general public to volunteer during this fall season.

Pipeline shut down after Harvey restarts, Auburn gas prices still high

By Sam Willoughby | Community Editor | September 6

The Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline system in the U.S.

Outdoor vendors no longer welcome 24/7 in downtown Auburn

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 6

The city council's decision to amend Section 247 of Chapter 12, Article X, was made -- putting Braden's game day toilet paper on hold and off Auburn's downtown sidewalks.

Adjustments to the city's 2017–2018 budget approved

By Alex Hosey | Community Reporter | September 6

The Auburn City Council unanimously approved adjustments to the City’s biennial budget for fiscal years 2017-2018 at their meeting on Tuesday night.

Greystone Mansion to host Friday Football Cocktail series

By Anne Dawson | Lifestyle Editor | September 6

The Greystone Mansion will be hosting a Friday Football Cocktail Series on the Friday nights before home football games featuring a live band, tailgate food and cash bar starting Sept. 1.

Notasulga man arrested on charges from 2016

By Staff Report | September 6

Investigations on two separate burglaries in Auburn have been connected with the arrest of a Notasulga man.

PREVIEW: Law enforcement and community members set to meet at 'Together We Can' event

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | September 6

This Thursday, Sep. 7 an event will join together local law enforcement and community members. 'Together We can' an event sponsored by the Office of Sustainability will take place later this week at 6:30 pm in the Student Center Ballroom.

Lagrange man charged with Saturday home, vehicle burglaries

By Staff Report | September 5

Romine is being held on a $9,500 bond at the Lee County Jail.

Police investigate shots fired in Northwest Auburn

By Staff Report | September 5

No one was hit or injured.

City hosts downtown event to usher in football season

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Writer | September 2

On Friday night, the City of Auburn's streets came alive with the sounds of laughter and live music.

Crepe Myrtle Cafe owner talks passions and inspiration

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Writer | September 1

The restaurant, opened in 2008 on the corner of South College Street and South Donahue Drive, is King Braswell’s creation.

‘Healthy but fragile’: An update on the Auburn Oaks

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 1

University Planner Ben Burmeister said the team is very confident in the tree’s chances of being permanent, reliable installments.

O Grows planting seeds in Opelika’s community

By Sydney Smith | Community Writer | August 31

A farmers market located in Opelika is bringing in vendors with freshly made products from all over the area for our community to take part in.

Concourse/south ends with daylong music festival

By Alex Hosey | Community Reporter | August 31

Large white balloons, triangles of orange fabric and dozens of tents were set up on North Railroad Avenue in Opelika’s downtown for the final day and main event of Concourse/south.

UPDATE: Auburn police arrest two in connection to weekend robberies

By Staff Report | August 31

Auburn Police Division announced today they arrested two people on Sunday in connection to a string of robberies committed over the weekend.