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Second transit suspect wasn't caught for nearly a full day while University did not issue AUAlert

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief and Jessica Ballard | Standards Editor | September 20

The Auburn Police Division detained James Don Johnson Jr., 32, at his home Saturday night at 9:23 p.m. — nearly 22 hours after the sexual assault was reported.

Moore and Strange to finish battle in debate, runoff

By Sam Willoughby | Community Editor | September 20

The battle waged between Alabama Republicans vying to nab the party nomination for now-Attorney General Jeff Session’s former Senate seat will finally come to an end next week.

EAMC outfits newborns with Auburn blankets

By Staff Report | September 20

In a partnership with Auburn Athletics, East Alabama Medical Center will outfit all babies born between September and November with a commemorative, navy blue blanket sporting the AU and EAMC logos.

City Council votes to allow food trucks to operate off campus

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 20

If you're hungry you may soon have some new options to grab a bite to eat off campus.

280 Boogie to bring the house down this weekend

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 20

Doors open at 11 a.m. and guests are asked to bring chairs, as the event is held in a "sloping, grassy yard, mini-amphitheater."

President Leath 'heartbroken' over Tiger Transit attack

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 20

Auburn President Steven Leath reacted with sorrow.

Which Wich sandwich franchise to open in Tiger Town this October

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | September 19

Inspired by the traditional bagged lunch, Which Wich lets you customize your own sandwich, or choose from a set menu of “faves”, the company’s staple recipes.

Accused Tiger Transit driver claimed First Transit wasn't performing background checks

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 19

One of the former Tiger Transit drivers claimed on social media that First Transit was not performing background checks.

UPDATE: University, First Transit respond to Tiger Transit employees charged with rape, sodomy on Tiger Ten bus

By Staff Report | September 19

The Auburn Police Division received a report on Friday at approximately 11:50 p.m.

Judah & the Lion brings folk rock sound to Opelika

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | September 18

Fans jammed out to the rock infused twang of a banjo and the strumming of a mandolin Thursday night in Opelika.

Feeling out fresh produce for the fall

By Caroline Kruza | Lifestyle Writer | September 18

When it comes to buying produce, Smith said that farmer's markets sell fresher produce than grocery stores — even the freshest produce at a grocery store doesn't compare.

Apple unveils iPhone X; 10th-anniversary model starts at $999

By By Seung Lee | The Mercury News | September 18

The iPhone X will have end-to-end screen display with a "Super Retina" display made of glass — and no home button.

James Madison coach Mickey Dean named new softball coach

By Tyler Roush | Sports Reporter | September 17

Mickey Dean, who has spent his last five seasons at James Madison University, has been named Auburn's head softball coach.

The Rough & Tumble makes a pit stop in Auburn

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | September 16

Two 85-pound dogs, 16 feet of space and a love of music is Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler's whole life.

Auburn homecoming weekend starts off with annual parade

By Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor | September 16

Auburn fans of all ages gathered downtown to celebrate the 2017 season at this year’s homecoming parade. The University’s parade is an old homecoming tradition and was revived in 2010 by the SGA to celebrate the Auburn Spirit.

Former Auburn president named interim state superintendent

By Sam Willoughby | Community Editor | September 15

An Auburn University alum is now leading the state of Alabama's education system, at least for the time being.

PREVIEW: homecoming events for this weekend

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | September 14

Auburn University will host several events from Friday, Sept. 15 till Sunday, Sept. 17

Police tape on North Gay Street in Auburn, Ala., on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016.

Police arrest two in connection to August robbery

By Staff Report | September 14

Police arrested Jakobe Thomas, 19, and a 17-year-old male juvenile, both from Alexander City, on Wednesday for their involvement in a robbery that occurred on Aug. 17.

Auburn police investigating robbery on Opelika Road

By Staff Report | September 14

The Auburn Police Division is currently investigating a robbery that occurred Thursday afternoon, Aug. 17.

City presents proposed updates to comprehensive plan

By Alex Hosey | Community Reporter | September 13

The meeting allowed residents of Auburn to hear updates to the plan as well as to ask questions.