Lifestyle

A student's guide to pet ownership

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor , Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief and Anne Dawson | Online Editor | January 25

Everything you need to know about living with a four-legged roommate.

Skin deep: a student's battle with melanoma motivates her to educate others

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | January 25

“The light drained from her eyes as soon as she saw it,” Smith said. “In that moment, I could tell she just knew.”

COLUMN: Redefining your hometown

By Jessica Ballard | Copy Editor | January 25

Going home for holidays since coming to college has been a more bizarre experience than I ever anticipated.

A review of Sheila C's Burger Barn

By Brooks Glover | Lifestyle Writer | January 24

Mountainous, greasy burgers, large pizzas covered and piled with toppings and pitchers of beer to wash it all down — the components of a college life.

COLUMN: An ode to 2016, a lack of hope for the new year

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor | January 19

A new year has once again come to save us from the previous. The list of complaints and grievances directed toward 2016 has

A review of Durango Taqueria y Carniceria

By Brooks Glover | Lifestyle Writer | January 18

Cue Durango Taqueria y Carniceria—A small, quiet restaurant connected to Valero on North Dean is serving Mexican food in the Auburn Opelika area.

Starting the semester with a healthy mind

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor | January 16

Eric Bloch, Auburn University Student Counseling Services psychologist, offered helpful tips and guidance on how to sustain a healthy mind and a solid sense of self at the beginning and throughout the semester.

COLUMN: Unnoticed albums in 2016

By Lily Hendrix | Lifestyle Writer | January 16

Last year was nothing short of a disaster. There were many failures, losses, and honestly many things we didn’t expect to happen.

Cooking with Anne: Creamy zoodles

By Anne Dawson | Social Media Editor | January 13

Eating healthy doesn't have to be miserable and taste awful.

COLUMN: Major with passion in mind, not payday

By Emily Hale | Columnist | January 12

Average starting salaries aren’t everything. Don’t neglect the pursuit of happiness in the name of total comfort and absence of risk.

TIPS: Getting to the Sugar Bowl on a budget

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor | December 29

Here are some cost-cutting curves that'll get you closer to the Superdome while keeping you out of your parent's 401K.

Cooking with Anne: Gluten-free sesame chicken

By Anne Dawson | Social Media Editor | December 21

I promise you once you try this deliciousness you will be making it weekly to satisfy your take-out cravings.

How to make a 'White Christmas' cocktail

By Jessica Ballard | Lifestyle Writer | December 18

Family and friend gatherings during the holidays are full of festive decorations, delicious meals and Christmas themed cocktails.

A Christmas gift guide for the lazy

By Jessica Ballard | Lifestyle Writer | December 15

Here’s a list of super quick and easy Christmas presents to hand over to that estranged family member right as the awkward conversation picks up.

Cooking with Anne: rustic gluten-free pizza that'll kill the craving

By Anne Dawson | Social Media Editor | December 15

Everybody loves pizza, but not everybody loves all that grease or that queasy feeling they get after downing a whole large one themselves.

COLUMN: How to study for finals

By Sarah Partain | Lifestyle Writer | December 14

Here are some of the best ways to “study” for the worst week of school.

COLUMN: Tips for maintaining healthy eating habits this holiday

By Anne Dawson | Social Media Editor | December 14

While temptation might be staring you in the face saying, "Eat it. It won't kill you," stop for a minute and check out these tips to help you remain calm and guilt free this holiday season.

An even sweeter Auburn: 9th annual Gingerbread Village unveiling

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor | December 14

Auburn's most iconic buildings were downsized, candied and iced.

Dank Dishes with Delaney: Orecchietta Pasta with sweet Italian sausage in cream sauce

By Staff Report | December 14

Delaney Burst, senior in marketing, has developed a following on Instagram for her "Dank Dishes." Burst is sharing her cooking talents with The Auburn Plainsman through a new cooking show, Dank Dishes with Delaney.

It's all about community: Spicer's Music awarded 2016 Alabama Small Business of the Year

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor | December 13

Their passion and dedication to music and community was rewarded with the 2016 Alabama Small Business of the Year award in the Emerging Small Business category.