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Local Historic House Placed on '09 Peril List

By Emily Beckett/ Staff Writer | September 3

Alumni often refer to it as "the loveliest village on The Plains," but would Auburn retain its status as "lovely" if its historic landmarks disappeared?Auburn was in danger of losing a part of its heritage until the Ogletree-Wright-Ivey House was nominated for the 2009 Alabama Historical Commission's "Places in Peril" list.Nestled among aging trees near the heart of downtown, the Ogletree-Wright-Ivey House embodies tradition and architectural distinction.Melanie Betz of the Alabama Historic Commission said the house is one of the few surviving Greek Revival-style structures in Auburn and the surrounding area."It does retain many of its original features," Betz said, "but the house needs to be renovated.

Students Battle Against Freshman 15

By Scott Fenton/ Staff Writer | September 3

Freshmen entering college have many fears. Some, such as not making friends, not being able to handle the workload in classes or getting a parking ticket, are on every student's mind.But somewhere not far behind is the thought of waking up one morning to find that his or her favorite pair of jeans is fitting more snugly.The dreaded "freshman 15" is something with which all students can relate.

Crew Spends Hours, Paints Football Field

By Aubrie Davis/ Staff Writer | September 3

If it wasn't for Eric Kleypas and his crew, Auburn Football wouldn't exist.These men make it possible for the football team to practice, play games and for fans to enjoy the games.Countless hours of hard work go into keeping up the fields and these men do not get the credit they deserve.Field maintenance is an everyday job that takes a special patience.Kleypas, manager of turf and grounds, said during football season his crew works a 50- to 70-hour week.It takes him, six full-time employees and five to six students to keep the fields in good shape for the team and fans.Kleypas said he is used to all the work because he has been working on the fields since he was a student here at Auburn.Kleypas helped out between classes and became a full-time employee in 2002.Each day, the crew starts out by riding the fields looking for problems."We look for insects, diseases, wear and tear, anything that catches the eye," Kleypas said.

Attitude and Attire: Things that might land you a job

By Sam Solomon / Associate News Editor | August 28

Many students seek part-time jobs. This seemed to be the story as Auburn University CareerDevelopment Services hosted the Part-Time Job Fair lastWednesday. The fair continued from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and took place on the 3rd floor of the Student Center. The fair allows students to interact with local businesses.Businesses owners have the opportunity to tell students about his or her company and students get face time with potential employers. The result is positive on both ends.

Marketplace Starts Fresh, Sells Produce

By Olivia Martin / Associate Intrigue Editor | August 27

Auburn students may travel 10 miles on any given weekday, but how far will their food go?According to PBS, the average distance that food travels before it reaches a plate is 1,500 miles, contributing to global warming and depleting oil resources.

Flip Flops Celebrates Successful Grand Opening

By Callie Garrett / Assistant Intrigue Editor | August 27

Flip Flops bar had their grand opening Wednesday, Aug. 19. The bar is located on South College Street in the building that used to be Bogey's."We had a great turn out," said Jonathon Maedor, general manager of Flip Flops.

On The Sidelines: A Closer Look at Pyramids and Pom-Poms

By Callie Garrett / Assistant Intrigue Editor | August 27

Put your hands up for the Auburn cheerleaders as they prepare for the upcoming football season. There is a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes of an entire football program, and the cheerleading squad is ready to lead the team to victory this fall. "I think my favorite thing about football season is getting to run the team onto the field before the game," said Mallory Sigle, a senior in exercise science.

How To: Do-It-Yourself Decorating

By Max Davis/ Staff Writer | August 27

With the economy being the way it is today, who wants to dish out the cash for home decor? The correct answer is no one.Get that perfect plush pad by using common items you already own and doing some bargain shopping.

3G Arrival Helps AT&T Network College Students

By Jordan Dailey/ Assistant Campus Editor | August 27

This weekend was a big deal for Auburn's iPhone users. AT&T's 3G network has finally arrived on the Plains."The 3G expansion at Auburn is part of AT&T's plan to add roughly 40 new cell sites throughout Alabama in 2009," said Sue Sperry, Spokesperson for AT&T Alabama.

The Day the Music Died: The Death of MTV, The Beginning

By Martin Morrow/ Staff Writer | August 27

We're in a day and age where we tend to be content with entertainment.We allow mediocrity to fly through the skies and pierce our ears like a tone-deaf banshee.

New Bead Studio Opens, Offers Jewelry Making Classes

By Helen Northcutt / INTRIGUE EDITOR | August 27

The art and specialized skill of jewelry making has been taken out of the hands of craftsmen and bestowed upon anyone willing to use their imagination to create something unique and gratifying.Perch Bead Studio has recently opened its doors to jewelry lovers and creative spirits alike.

Reel Review: "And Cousin, Business is Boomin."

August 27

It occurred to me right before I walked into the theater to see Quentin Tarantino's "Inglorious Basterds" that the reason for his bizarrely misspelled title was to ensure that newspapers could print it without fear of censorship.

Bring Originality Back to Auburn's Dying Music Scene

By Patrick Schultz | August 27

The hopes of Auburn's original music scene are summed up in the offices of the college radio station."[Auburn's music scene] can only get better in the next year," said Casey Morton, student director of Auburn's own WEGL 91.1 FM.These hopes are not far from most students on campus who desire a more versatile music scene.While bands all over the nation make college towns like Athens, Ga., Oxford, Miss., and Chapel Hill, N.C., a prime destination to perform, Auburn seems to be left out of the minds of most musicians on tour.And despite its proximity to Atlanta and Birmingham, most touring acts passing through those cities don't realize how close they are to Auburn.Yet Auburn is not all that different from those other college towns in the Southeast.There's a large student population and plenty of people looking for things to do and to see.So why is Auburn such a stranger to traveling musicians?

Wildlife Society Promotes, Develops Environmental Values

By Olivia Martin / Associate Intrigue Editor | August 27

Many students do not think of wildlife as anything more than the annoying mosquito, errant raccoon or occasional deer hunt.Ryan Mitchell, a junior in wildlife sciences as well as president of The Wildlife Society, believes The Wildlife Society offers a more complex relationship with those furry critters."Our purpose is to develop and promote sound stewardship of wildlife resources and of the environments upon which wildlife and humans depend; to undertake an active role in preventing human-induced environmental degradation; to increase awareness and appreciation of wildlife values; and to seek the highest standards in all activities of the wildlife profession," Mitchell said.In addition to educating fellow students about wildlife professions and offering connections to the career field, The Wildlife Society interacts with the community to help humans coexist with wildlife, explained John Goode, a sophomore in wildlife sciences as well as Toomer's Oaks Coordinator.The organization sponsors events such as Youth Dove Hunts, Critter Cook and Wildlife Youth Day and participates in the Southeastern Wildlife Conclave, which they will be hosting in 2011."Youth Dove hunts let parents and children come and experience a fun, safe hunt," said Lindsey Phillips, a sophomore in wildlife sciences and forestry as well as The Wildlife Society treasurer.

Diners Open For Night Owls

By Brian Desarro/ Staff Writer | August 27

After a long day of class and an even longer night of drinking, most students have one thing on their mind: food.With the start of the new semester, many downtown restaurants are tapping into this market of late-night munchers by extending their hours of operation into the early morning.Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Jimmy John's, The Pita Pit, Little Italy and Taylor's Bakery and Coffee Shop have begun catering to the late- night bar crowd."A lot of people wouldn't make it down here were it not for our late hours," said Dave Hard, general manager of Five Guys.

Back to school expenses

By Kendra Kelley / Assistant News Editor | August 13

College students are faced with numerous expenses. The costs of student living are steadily rising. Many students are looking forward to the first week of school, while others ponder how much money they need to maintain a decent lifestyle.

School year's resolutions

By Olivia Martin / Associate Intrigue Editor | August 13

Perhaps more important than New Year's resolutions to college students and faculty, is school year's resolutions.Most people, even if they are not writing these goals now, think about things they would like to improve upon in the upcoming year.

Healthy Hair Just Can't Be Beat

By Jaclyn Dunn/Staff Writer | July 28

Lather. Rinse. Repeat. Hair care has come a long way from those three simple instructions. These days a woman's idea of hair care involves much more than just washing and drying.