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Chief justice testifies in his own ethics trial

September 29

Moore testified Wednesday, nearly 13 years after he lost his job for the first time in 2003.

Governor subpoenaed in impeachment investigation

September 29

The committee issued eight subpoenas.

Man accused of setting Toomer's Oak on fire released on bond

By Staff Report | September 29

Jochen Wiest, the 29-year-old man accused of setting one of the Toomer's Oak trees on fire early Sunday morning, has been released on bond, according to Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones.

Councilman Clemon Byrd on serving Ward 1

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | September 29

“I grew up in the ward I represent,” Byrd said.

Auburn: The coffee capital of Alabama

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | September 29

The Auburn area has a high concentration of chain coffee shops, like many other cities of its size, but Auburn is also home to a unique and vibrant local coffee scene. Auburn is on its way to becoming the coffee capital of Alabama.

3 arrested in connection with Auburn car burglaries

By Staff Report | September 29

Investigations determined that electronics, computers and currency valued at over $3,100 were stolen from the vehicles around East Thach and Magnolia avenues and Cedercrest Circle, police said.

Michael Sam to speak on campus in October

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | September 28

The Cross Cultural Center for Excellence, formerly known as the Multicultural Center, is collaborating with Spectrum, the University’s gay and straight alliance organization, to coordinate the event.

Impeachment committee approves rules allowing for Bentley subpoena

September 27

The Judiciary Committee Tuesday approved rules that will allow it to issue subpoenas.

Parks and Rec kicks off Fall Sundown Concert Series

By Tiara Bond | Community Writer | September 27

Students, families and pets welcomed to attend a free concert in Kiesel Park.

Auburn Police file an additional felony charge against Jochen Wiest

By Staff Report | September 26

Auburn Police filed an additional felony charge of criminal mischief 1st degree against Jochen Wiest Monday, Sept. 26 as a result of damages he caused by setting fire to one of the new Toomer’s Oak trees.

University asking fans not to roll the oak tree damaged by weekend fire

By Staff Report | September 26

Fans celebrating are asked to keep any rolling to the Auburn Oak along College Street. The oak on Magnolia Avenue was significantly burned by the fire, and experts won’t know for some time the extent of the damage.

Auburn man identified and charged for Toomer's Oak fire

By Kris Martins | Community Reporter | September 26

Auburn Police Division identified and charged an Auburn man for lighting a Toomer's Oak on fire on Sunday.

Student who chased Toomer's fire suspect: 'Not today'

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

Herron Taylor said she couldn’t believe it when she saw the Toomer’s Oak on fire early Sunday morning.

Saying goodbye to Hastings

By Ariel Cochran | Community Writer | September 24

Hastings is set to close by the end of October.

Local vape shops fear new FDA regulations

By Sam Willoughby | Community Writer | September 24

An FDA rule issued on May 10 deemed e-cigarettes and e-juice as tobacco products.

Third man arrested in connection with July fraternity house auto burglary

By Staff Report | September 23

A third suspect was arrested Wednesday in connection with fraternity house auto burglary.

Children practice reading during new humane society program

By Kris Martins | Community Reporter | September 22

The Lee County Humane Society held its first Books and Barks! session Monday afternoon.

Octane hits the road

By Claire Tully | Campus Editor | September 22

Octane, a social automotive club, began years ago in Auburn as A-speed before changing names and adding car show trips to their agenda.