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New ​Peace Corps recruiter returns to The Plains

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | April 19

Amanda Denney, 2008 Auburn graduate in secondary English language arts, served in the Peace Corps in 2012 for two years in Burkina Faso, West Africa, and is now dedicating her time to being a recruiter for the international development program. Denney will be stationed in Auburn, but will be a resource to people throughout the state of Alabama for those interested in entering the Peace Corps.

What you need to know about Saturday's concert

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | April 19

The Music and Miracles concert held Saturday, April 23, in Jordan-Hare Stadium is expecting a crowd of over 55,000 people. Because of the influx of traffic in Auburn that day, the city and University will reroute traffic.

​Chick-N-Grill to leave campus

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | April 19

SGA has spoken about several dining changes in the last couple of weeks with talk of Einstein Bagel’s to be put in the Haley Center and Panera Bread to be brought to the new Mell Street Classroom. However, they are now discussing more changes to be made to dining in the Student Center.

Performance about Alabama integration brings out emotions, memories from those who lived it

By Rachel Sprouse | Campus Writer | April 18

Several audience members wiped away tears during the performance of "The Integration of Tuskegee High School" at the Auburn Theatre.

Construction new apartment building to cause closures on East Glenn Avenue

By Staff Report | April 18

Construction of The Balcony, a new student housing complex will cause some lane closures along East Glenn Avenue starting Tuesday, April 19.

Alabama unemployment rate holds steady at 6.2 percent

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | April 18

The Alabama Department of Labor released labor statistics for the month of March on Friday, April 15.

City Council set to discuss Chevron redevelopment

By Staff Report | April 15

At its biweekly meeting on Tuesday, April 19, the Auburn City Council will discuss the terms of a potential development agreement for the planned redevelopment of the University Chevron station, dubbed 191 College in planning commission documents. 191 College will sit on the southwestern corner of North College Street and West Glenn Avenue. The discussion is planned for the Committee of the Whole portion of the meeting, which will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Moores Mill Bridge replacement may begin as soon as this month

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | April 15

Construction may begin as early as April or May on the long-awaited replacement of the Moores Mill Bridge which crosses Interstate 85.

Cirque Mechanics performing in Opelika

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | April 15

On Tuesday, April 19, Cirque Mechanics will wheel into Opelika for a performance at the Opelika Center for the Performing Arts. The show, titled "Pedal Punk," will feature a theme where cycling is presented as an escape from a technology-obsessed society.

Planning Commission approves the next step for The Standard

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | April 14

The Auburn Planning Commission approved a preliminary lot consolidation on the northeastern corner of North Gay Street and East Glenn Avenue at its meeting on Thursday, April 14. The consolidation of 11 existing lots into one new lot is the next step for the planned construction of The Standard, a 65-foot student apartment development.

Prosecution asks court to exclude anything related to prosecutorial misconduct in Mike Hubbard case

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | April 14

Prosecutors in Mike Hubbard's ethics trial are asking to exclude any evidence or argument of prosecutorial misconduct from the trial scheduled to begin in May.

Family of deceased Auburn student hopes to raise mental health and suicide awareness

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | April 14

Two months ago, Justin Weimer shot himself in downtown Auburn; his parents hope his death is not in vain, and that it may shed more light on mental illness and suicide.

Friends and teachers remember train victim's 'infectious' smile, personality

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | April 14

Alex August, freshman in business, had a quote by his friend Dakota Parker that summed up his best friend and pledge brother. "'Look at each person as if they have value and wealth, and you'll find it in them,'" August said.

Auburn University Women’s Center Leadership & Advocacy Council advocates for equal pay and an end to the 'pink tax'

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | April 13

The Auburn University Women’s Center Leadership & Advocacy Council ambassadors celebrated Equal Pay Day Tuesday, April 12 on the Haley Concourse.

Auburn Students for Life recognizes 'Pro-life Week' with Cater display

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | April 13

Auburn Students for Life placed 150 crosses on Cater Lawn to symbolize each "life lost to abortion" for Pro-life Week, said Reagan Kanuit, AUSFL member and freshman in business.

Mental Health Task Force suggests SCS more than double its staff

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | April 13

The student-led Mental Health Task Force recommended that Student Counseling Services increase its staff by 12 members and allocate funding for three full-time psychiatrists, according to its newly released final report.

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

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | April 13

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.

Public Safety issues notice of attempted date-rape drugging at fraternity party

By Staff Report | April 13

The Auburn Public Safety Department sent a public safety notice to students about a potential date rape drugging at a fraternity party on Saturday, April 9.