Entertainment

The Overall Company partners with John Emerald Distillery for grand opening

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | April 12

The wait for biscuits, classic drinks and a welcoming venue is almost over, thanks to Opelika's John Emerald Distillery and the four co-managers of The Overall Company. The grand opening "get together" will be April 12, from7–9 p.m., in the John Emerald Distillery tasting room in downtown Opelika.

Auburn radio station named radio station of the year

By Amanda Myles | Intrigue Writer | April 8

The Auburn-Opelika radio station NewsTalk WANI, which broadcasts on 98.7 FM and 1400 AM, was named Alabama’s radio station of the year for 2015 by the Alabama Broadcasters Association at the annual ABBY Awards banquet in Birmingham on March 19.

Alumni inducted into Engineering Hall of Fame

By Ben Ruffin | Intrigue Writer | April 5

The Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame welcomed five new members in its 2016 induction ceremony nearly two weeks ago. Out of the five inductees, four were in love with the same entity: their alma mater, Auburn University.

Professor's book to be produced by Universal

By Ben Ruffin | Intrigue Writer | April 5

Playing a round of golf at Clint Eastwood’s private golf club, Tehama Golf Club in Carmel, California is a rare opportunity for some, and not even an option for many. However, playing a round of golf with Eastwood on his own golf course is even more rare. For James Hansen, history professor at Auburn, both of these situations became a reality years back.

Film directors talk about memory loss

By Marissa Luckie | Intrigue Writer | April 5

The film “Embers,” deals with an interesting subject: What happens when the whole world, with the exception of two individuals, wake up each morning not knowing who they are, where they are, what they are doing or why they are doing it.

Southern Circuit film series returns to Auburn with 'Art and Craft'

By Marissa Luckie | Intrigue Writer | March 30

"Things aren’t always what they seem." The saying is simple and cliche, but it is a sentiment people can be quick to forget.

A short guide to music festivals in the Southeast

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | March 30

Hi my name is Alex, and in the last two years I have been to three major music festivals. Hangout, Music Midtown and Bonnaroo.

The perfect spring break playlist

By Anne Dawson | Intrigue Editor | March 14

Spring break has finally arrived. And students get a break from class to relax and have fun. Spring break is all about unwinding and having a good time — two things that cannot be done without only the best music. I put together a spring break playlist to help get your blood pumping and adrenaline rushing this break, but I also threw in some songs to calm you down and help you relax.

Former student moves to Los Angeles to continue her acting career

By Amanda Myles | Intrigue Writer | March 2

After completing the past fall semester, Mackenzie Lintz, sophomore in communication, moved to Los Angeles for her career as a rising actress. Lintz has starred as Norrie Calvert-Hill in the CBS television series “Under the Dome,” and she also had a role as a tribute girl in “The Hunger Games.”

Biggest sports upsets in Auburn history

By Ben Ruffin | Intrigue Writer | March 1

After more than nine years without beating a ranked opponent, the Auburn men’s basketball team pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Auburn basketball history by defeating No. 14 Kentucky 75-70. In celebration, Auburn forward Cinmeon Bowers could not hold his emotions back as he recognized he had just helped Auburn make history. “It’s crazy, we beat Kentucky.” Bowers said.

Best-selling author to come to Auburn

By Anne Dawson | Intrigue Editor | March 1

Tim Dorsey graduated from Auburn in 1983 with a degree in transportation. Fast forward to today, where Dorsey is a New York Times best-selling author, having written 19 books. Dorsey said he knew he wanted to be a writer his sophomore year of high school.

Academy Award-winning professor reflects 11 years later

By Kris Martins | Copy Editor | March 1

Madsen received a Technical Achievement Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Feb. 12, 2005, for helping bring the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy’s Gollum to life. And over a decade later, he still marries animation with life.

Drag me around Auburn

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 17

Auburn's nightlife isn't always confined to downtown. I followed Marcus Gulatte, referred to as Aalora DiArmani on stage, as he performed in a classic bar scene on Friday, Feb. 12, and then switched gears to perform for Auburn Spectrum's "What A Drag" charity event, Saturday, Feb. 13.

Auburn theatre student starts blog documenting production of 'Assassins'

By Marissa Luckie | Intrigue Writer | February 8

Behind every great idea is the mom that thought of it first. Exhibit A is Auburn senior Tara Folio’s new blog about the Auburn theatre program’s production of "Assassins," which will be Folio’s last play at Auburn.

RUNA will perform at Sundilla on Feb. 5

By Amanda Myles | Intrigue Writer | February 1

RUNA, a Celtic music group, will make its Alabama debut at Sundilla on Feb. 5 at 7:30 pm at Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Shannon Lambert-Ryan, lead singer for RUNA, said she likes to think of their music as Celtic roots music.

Auburn grad starring in ABC series

By Amanda Myles | Intrigue Writer | January 26

Wynn Everett, who graduated from Auburn in 2000 with a major in communications and minor in theatre, is starring in ABC’s second season of "Agent Carter." While at Auburn, Everett was a very involved student who made the most of her time.

Mark True Performs at the Mason Jar

By Marissa Luckie | Intrigue Writer | January 24

The weather outside was chilly on Sat. Jan. 23 when, singer and song writer, Mark True performed at The Mason Jar, but restaurant patrons were still feeling the heat, at least according to one man who yelled to True, “That was hot”, amidst a smattering of applause.

Jack Williams will perform at Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series on Jan. 15

By Amanda Myles | Intrigue Writer | January 14

Jack Williams, a well-known folk artist will be returning to Sundilla at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 15 at Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Bailey Jones, executive producer of Sundilla, said the environment of the show will be informal and relaxed.

South's BEST Robotics Regional Championship held

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Writer | December 6

Neon flashing lights, loud music, screaming fans and fierce competition meant the South's BEST Regional Robotics Championship, held Saturday, Dec. 6-7, was back.

Cottonseed Christmas concert to bring holiday cheer to Auburn

By Marissa Luckie | Intrigue Writer | December 3

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear," Buddy said in the movie Elf. Artists from the Auburn-Opelika area will be doing their part to spread Christmas cheer by performing holiday songs for concert attendees Friday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m.