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Annual 'Empty Bowls' event planned for February

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | January 16

On February 25th, many Auburn community members will be switching out their typical dinnerware for a handmade, one of a kind ceramic bowl.

Lee County hosts second annual Therapeutic Fair

By Tori Linehan | Community Writer | January 16

The county event was intended for families of those with intellectual disabilities to gather as a community and visit many booths displaying programs, medical samples and resources for those with therapeutic needs.

Google uses Robert E Lee's Birthday in Alabama instead of MLK Day

By Gabby Dance | Assistant Campus Editor | January 16

Some Alabama residents were in for a strange surprise on Jan. 16 when they used Google search to find the hours of local businesses.

Wittel Dormitory to be converted into a small hotel

By Sam Willoughby | Community Reporter | January 12

A historic women's dormitory will be converted into a boutique hotel.

Auburn teen killed in car crash

By Staff Report | January 12

Craig Allen Hensarling, 18, was killed when the 2006 Toyota Sequoia he was driving left the road, struck a bridge pylon and caught fire, according to a release from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

Auburn OC Rhett Lashlee heading to UConn for same position

January 11

Auburn offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee has been named the new offensive coordinator for the University of Connecticut. UConn Huskies athletics confirmed the story Wednesday night.

Former Alabama Gov. Albert Brewer dies at 88

January 11

Former Alabama Gov. Albert Brewer, a champion of constitutional and government reform and a consistent face in Montgomery, died Monday at 88. Gov.

Board postpones vote on adding 11 feet in height to 191 College

January 11

The board lacked one if its five members.

Local Auburn employee retires after 52 years at J&M Bookstore

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor | January 11

Pat Giddens, former manager at J & M Bookstore, had just graduated high school when at the ripe age of 16 she left her parents.

Council appoints Assistant City Manager James Buston as interim city manager

January 10

The Auburn City Council will appoint Assistant City Manager James "Jim" Buston.

Police seek help locating burglary suspect

By Staff Report | January 10

The Auburn Police Division is asking the public to assist them in locating or identifying a burglary suspect.

Jordan-Hare concert is legacy for late Chicken Salad Chick founder

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | January 6

Kevin Brown motioned for a pen and paper from his hospital bed. The ventilator that was keeping him alive was also keeping him from speaking his last words. His wife, Stacy, read Kevin’s final farewell to friends and family at his funeral a few days later. “Live every day like it is your last."

48-year-old arrested for burglary and theft of property

By Staff Report | January 6

The Auburn Police arrested Holmes after he was released from the Macon County Jail on Thursday.

Governor declares state of emergency ahead of Friday winter weather

By Staff Report | January 5

The Auburn area and Alabama are expected to get a bought of winter weather Friday and Saturday.

Wiest pleads guilty to setting fire to Toomer's Oak

By Staff Report | January 5

Accused Toomer's Oak tree-burner Jochen Wiest, a 29-year-old German national, has entered a guilty plea for the Sept.

Auburn Water Works Board lifts drought restrictions

January 5

The Auburn Water Works Board lifted water restrictions on Tuesday.

Harvey Updyke skips hearing, issued a citation

January 3

Harvey Updyke has been issued a citation for failing to appear at a court hearing on Tuesday.

Top 10 community news stories of 2016

December 31

2016 was a big year for news, for Auburn and for Auburn students.