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Prosecutors file motion to introduce new evidence in Mike Hubbard's ethics trial

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | April 13

According to the filing, the prosecution will introduce evidence that Hubbard funneled money through "various entities" to himself or businesses he is associated with and used his position as chairman of Alabama's Republican Party to benefit himself or businesses he was associated with.

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

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | April 13

Parker was struck and killed by a passing train early Saturday, April 9. He was 19 and in his second semester at Auburn.

Incident reports from April 5–11

By Staff Report | April 12

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division from April 5-11:

University receives STARS Silver Rating for sustainability achievements

By Staff Report | April 12

The Auburn University Office of Sustainability collaborated with Academic Sustainability Programs to conduct a comprehensive self-assessment throughout 2015, and submitted findings to STARS in January.

Alum remembers racial barriers at AU

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | April 12

When Ernest Boyd graduated from Auburn University in 1976 he was the only African-American in his graduating class in the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences.

The Overall Company partners with John Emerald Distillery for grand opening

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | April 12

The wait for biscuits, classic drinks and a welcoming venue is almost over, thanks to Opelika's John Emerald Distillery and the four co-managers of The Overall Company. The grand opening "get together" will be April 12, from7–9 p.m., in the John Emerald Distillery tasting room in downtown Opelika.

Students vote Panera Bread for Mell Street Building

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | April 11

Almost 90 percent of voters want Einstein's Bagels in the Haley Center and Panera Bread in the Mell Street building, according to SGA Executive Vice President of Initiatives Trey Fields.

Auburn traditions: the Auburn Azaleas

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | April 11

On Saturday, April 9, the Donald E. Davis Arboretum on Auburn’s campus hosted an azalea sale, featuring the Auburn Azalea series, making it possible to plant native Auburn flowers anywhere.

First African-American graduate from School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences honored

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | April 11

Ernest Boyd stood slowly when they called his name.  As the first African-American graduate from the school of forestry and wildlife, he seemed overwhelmed by the large crowd gathered in support to hear him speak. The luncheon was in the conference hall of the school of forestry and wildlife.

Will Jimeno shares survival story at Women's Philanthropy Board Spring Symposium

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | April 11

Will Jimeno, New York/New Jersey Port Authority Policeman and father to an Auburn freshman, spoke to an audience at the Auburn University Hotel to share his 9/11 survival story that shook his world as he lay in a 30-feet deep hole for 13 hours, covered in concrete with an uncertain future. Amelia Lanier, Women’s Philanthropy Board mentor, said she was living in New York and was exiting the subway when the attacks occurred. “We began to absorb the harsh reality of those attacks,” Lanier said.

Laura Bush speaks about her life at the Women's Philanthropy Board Spring Symposium

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | April 11

At this year's Women's Philanthropy Board Spring Symposium and Luncheon, former first lady Laura Bush spoke to a crowd of fans about her past and present.

Laura Bush speaks about her life at the Women's Philanthropy Board Spring Symposium

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | April 11

At this year's Women's Philanthropy Board Spring Symposium and Luncheon, former first lady Laura Bush spoke to a crowd of fans about her past and present.

Plains to Plate becomes nation’s first certified gluten-free, on-campus restaurant

By Staff Report | April 11

Tiger Dining recently announced Plains to Plate, a locally sourced farm-to-table restaurant located in central campus, is now certified gluten-free and is the first retail concept on a college campus to achieve a Gluten-Free Food Service, or GFFS, certification, according to a University release.

47 arrested at annual Alpha Psi Rodeo

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | April 11

Approximately 47 people were arrested at the 2016 Alpha Psi Rodeo, which is similar to last year's total, according to Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones. 

Three Auburn University students named Goldwater Scholars

By Staff Report | April 11

Auburn University Honors College juniors Sara Head, Jennifer Kaczmarek and Natasha Narayanan have been chosen as 2016 Barry M. Goldwater Scholars, an honor bestowed to only 252 students nationwide this year, according to a University release.

Keep Auburn Lovely questions reliability of downtown hotel developer

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | April 11

Susan Hunnicutt, public relations officer for the grassroots organization Keep Auburn Lovely, spoke before the Auburn City Council on Tuesday night.

UPDATE: Man killed by train Saturday morning identified as Auburn student

By Staff Report | April 10

A man was struck and killed by a train early Saturday morning, according to Lee County Coroner Bill Harris.

Auburn police: use of deadly force was justified, family of slain woman disagrees

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | April 9

Officers shot and killed Melissa C. Boarts, 36, in Macon County on Sunday afternoon after she charged officers with a weapon, according to an APD release.