Intrigue

One of the early designs for the new black box theatre was too costly to fund. (Courtesy of Robin Jaffe)

New theatre construction coming soon

By Hayley Blair / Campus Editor | October 29

A new black box theater being constructed by the College of Liberal Arts will allow actors to get up close and personal with the audience

Hungry Howie's is teaming up with the National Breast Cancer Foundation to raise funds for research. Each pizza sold has a corporate donation attached and additional donations are made based on wristband sales. (Courtesy of Hungry Howie's)

Pizza for a cure

By Sonya Lovejoy / COMMUNITY REPORTER | October 28

Hungry Howie's is participating in the Love, Hope & Pizza campaign to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

"She never let me get away with anything, even at age three," Seth said. A young Seth and his mother celebrate Christmas 1980. (Courtesy of Seth Griffin)

Son commemorates legacy of mother

By Melody Kitchens | Intrigue Editor | October 27

It's been 10 years since the passing of Auburn alumnus Seth Griffin's mother, but the reminder of her presence on Earth will live forever.

Sugarcane juice is boiled down to make cane syrup.

Syrup Sopping Festival continues sweet traditions

By Rebecca Croomes / Photo Editor | October 26

Since 1972, the tiny town of Loachapoka has gathered more than 15,000 people each fall for the Syrup Sopping Festival.

Waverly author releases first of upcoming trilogy

By Anna Beth Jager / INTRIGUE REPORTER | October 25

Waverly native S.A. Wynn has recently released a coming-of-age fiction novel nationwide.

Mumford & Sons foot-stomping second album 'Babel'

By Anna Beth Jager / WRITER | October 24

Mumford & Sons have played their way to platinum success and straight into all of our hearts.

Auburn art students worked together on the mural as a gift to the Boys and Girls Club last fall. (Emily Morris / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

The history behind the mural of Lee County's Boys and Girls Club

By Caleb List / WRITER | October 23

Each year, several Auburn University students have the opportunity to connect with the community through art.

(Courtesy of The Public Relations Student Society of America at Auburn)

"PR for Dummies" seminar students can relate to

By Whitney Jones / WRITER | October 22

The Public Relations Student Society of America at Auburn is putting on its second annual seminar titled "PR for Dummies" Monday, Oct. 22.

Auburn alumna Shanna Henderson will release her first EP Nov. 24. (Courtesy of Shanna Henderson)

'Glee Project 2' star keeps shining, soon to release first EP

By Melody Kitchens | Intrigue Editor | October 21

A year ago this week marks when Auburn alumna Shanna Henderson's life changed with "The Glee Project 2." Now, Henderson is moving toward bigger and better things, including her own EP titled "Lost Love."

Loachapoka ready for 41st Historical Festival, Syrup Sopping

By Sydney Callis / COMMUNITY REPORTER | October 20

Lee County is going back to its roots by showcasing the historical culture and traditions of East Alabama.

A guide to navigating the food truck culture of Auburn

By Lane Jones / INTRIGUE REPORTER | October 19

Here in Auburn, there has been a food truck invasion.

Dennis Calvert, Lauren Calvert and Tammy Calvert (right) celebrate their last beach trip together. Tammy was diagnosed with breast cancer Feb. 14, 2011. (Courtesy of Lauren Calvert)

Daughter shares memories of true 'Proverbs 31 woman'

By Melody Kitchens | Intrigue Editor | October 18

She remembers certain days in kindergarten, when it was just "me and mom," heading out of school early, placing out the china for tea parties and watching "I Love Lucy" on repeat.

On the Tracks will feature live music, wine tasting and catered food from many local restaurants, all for patrons to enjoy in the historic railroad district. (Courtesy of On the Tracks)

Dining and wine 'On the Tracks'

By Sydney Callis / COMMUNITY REPORTER | October 18

Historic Downtown Opelika is bringing music, vendors and food and wine tasting to the streets for a night of elegant fun for the 14th biannual On the Tracks event on Friday, Oct. 19.

Auburn teenagers tracked, arrested for string of thefts

By Staff reports | October 17

Auburn Police trailed two teenagers by following blood from one of the suspects' hands Sunday, Oct. 7, catching the pair they believe to be responsible for several car burglaries over the weekend.

Niffer's is planning to open a new location in downtown Opelika. Construction began on the new building in August, which will take the place of the old Opelika Mercantile Company building. (Courtesy of OANow.com)

Niffer's expands to downtown Opelika

By Staff reports | October 17

A favorite of visiting fans and hometown crowds alike, Niffer's Place has been an Auburn establishment since 1991 for its tasty sandwiches, burgers and corn nuggets.

Poet Jason Crane, host of online show "The Jazz Session," visited Auburn over the summer and said he would like to return. (Courtesy of Seth Freeman)

Jason Crane, self-described 'hobo poet', returns to Auburn for Gnu's Room poetry reading and to work on new book

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR | October 17

Auburn's "come here once and fall in love" atmosphere has been discovered by newcomers for generations. Jason Crane jumped on the bandwagon after his summer visit and is already planning a return.

The hidden secrets of Starbucks

By Lane Jones / INTRIGUE REPORTER | October 16

In a continued effort to help you squeeze the most out of your local dining options, I'm focusing on an on-campus option that students can't seem to stay away from.

Moon Taxi, a Nashville, Tenn. band that frequents Auburn, will be playing at War Eagle Supper Club Nov. 2. Tommy Putnam, the bassist, said Auburn was their first ever gig. (Courtesy of Moon Taxi)

Auburn a 'special' place for Moon Taxi, returns to Supper Club Nov. 2

By Melody Kitchens | Intrigue Editor | October 15

Playing shows in Auburn is nothing new to Nashville, Tenn. band Moon Taxi; in fact, Moon Taxi played at War Eagle Supper Club last April from midnight to 5:30 a.m. Moon Taxi will return to Supper Club Nov. 2.

Celebrate the past and create the future with Arts & Humanities month

By Melody Kitchens | Intrigue Editor | October 14

The College of Liberal Arts fills the month of October with events honoring the arts

10. Streaking through The Quad
"I'm writing a book about streaking at Auburn; at least it's kind of about streaking."

10 things you don't know about TWER

By Melody Kitchens | Intrigue Editor | October 13

Jeremy Henderson of the all-Auburn website The War Eagle Reader is just as interesting as Auburn's history