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Frank Thomas statue unveiled at Plainsman Park

By Matthew Wallace | Assistant Sports Editor | April 8

Auburn baseball legend Frank Thomas, the only SEC player currently in the Baseball Hall of Fame, was honored with a statue outside Plainsman Park, which was unveiled on Saturday.

Auburn senior wins biannual Auburn Speaks competition

By Diane Pham | News Writer | April 7

Auburn Speaks, Auburn University's biannual public speaking competition, took place on the evening of April 6. Melinda Walker, senior in psychology, won the Philip Lutzenkirken Excellence in Public Speaking Award through a speech that put cussing in a positive light.

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Lee County Remembrance Project honors Black history

By Diane Pham | News Writer | March 31

The Lee County Remembrance Project was founded in an effort to remember victims of racial terror lynchings who were largely forgotten over time.

Is affordable housing in Auburn an issue for students?

By Kayleigh Freeman | Community Writer | March 30

Low-income families, individuals and college students alike have had to deal with the issue of finding affordable housing in Auburn.

Auburn begins efforts to return cultural artifacts, remains

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | March 29

Auburn is home to the nation's 29th largest collection of unrepatriated Native American remains. However, through the work of Michael Walters, Auburn's current coordinator for the Native American Graves and Repatriation Act, these remains will hopefully be a thing of the past.

Has Alabama seen the effects of Aniah's Law yet?

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | March 28

In November, Aniah's Law passed with overwhelming support. However, many may be wondering if Alabama has seen any effects on public safety since the law's enactment. Rep. Chip Brown said that the law has been used and has been used in good faith.

Campus union aims to diversify recruitment

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | March 27

The United Campus Workers student workers' union has been active at Auburn for almost four years. However, its uses have been limited throughout the years as student workers have not been made aware of the group and its services. Now, they are hoping to change that.

Vet Set Go expands camp opportunities for future veterinarians

By Davis Brasfield | News Writer | March 26

Started in 2017, Vet Set Go offers middle school students the opportunity to attend Auburn Universityu2019s College of Veterinary Medicine Junior Vet Camp. This year is no exception, with 45 students having the ability to earn the opportunity to get a free head start on their veterinary education through the group's essay contest.

Students note lack of accessibility on campus

By Diane Pham | News Writer | March 25

Breanna Thrasher, junior in equine science, was left paralyzed from the waist down when she was eight-years-old. Now, she is speaking out on the lack of accessibility at Auburn and how this issue has effected her time here.

Kindergartner hopes to win adaptive bike

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | March 24

Emmett Belcher, a kindergartner at Cary Woods Elementary School, was born with a rare genetic brain malformation. After dealing with intractable epilepsy and having a crucial operation, he is hoping to win an adaptive bike so that he can enjoy the outdoors and be active with his family.

Campus Safety and Security issue aggravated assault notice

By My Ly | Content Editor | March 22

In an Auburn Campus Safety notice that was sent out earlier today, students were informed of the possible drugging of four females that took place on Friday evening, March 17.

Auburn City Council reopens applications for East Alabama Mental Health Board

By My Ly | Content Editor | March 21

On Tuesday's meeting, the Auburn City Council members approved a resolution to authorize traffic calming devices and opened back up the applications for the vacancies of an East Alabama Board.

Tiger Nights hosts second-annual Magnolia Ball

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | March 19

On Saturday, Tiger Nights hosted its second-annual Magnolia Ball, an alcohol-free event intended to provide a Greek life-style formal experience to students who may not experience one otherwise.

Game room opens in Melton Student Center

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | March 16

Previously closed because of COVID-19 restrictions, the Game Room features state-of-the-art equipment, lounges for spectators to relax and access to hundreds of games. The room is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and offers 40 gaming computers and the full spectrum of major gaming consoles.