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Judge 'inclined' to delay trial in Hubbard case

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | March 3

Mike Hubbard's felony ethics trial may be delayed after all. Judge Jacob A. Walker III said he was "inclined" to grant the continuance until later this spring because of a pending motion currently under seal.

Judge to hear evidence about prosecutorial misconduct

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | March 3

Judge Jacob A. Walker will hear more evidence of prosecutorial misconduct in ALabama Speaker Mike Hubbard's felony ethics case.

Boda Getta BBQ competition to be held March 4–5

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | March 3

This weekend bring friends, chairs and big appetites to Boda Getta BBQ.

Auburn student headed to Kansas for music competition

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | March 3

Christian McGee spends six hours a day in front of a row of thin black and white keys. Her fingers tap against them in a rhythmic fashion as music pours out of a big black box.

University to positivity on Yik Yak

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | March 3

In recent years, ever-changing technology and social media growth have affected the social dynamic among university students, and unfortunately some of these changes have been negative due to hateful messages on applications such as Yik Yak.

Report shows SGA mostly Greek

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | March 3

Seventy-two percent of SGA members are affiliated with a sorority or fraternity, while only 25 percent of the general student body participates in the Greek system.

War Eagle Flying Team qualifies for nationals

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | March 3

Students in Auburn University’s aviation program will take their flying skills to a national championship in Columbus, Ohio, from May 9–14.

Auburn junior named finalist for Harry S. Truman Scholarship

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | March 3

Sarah Pitts, junior with a double major in English literature and Spanish, was recently named a finalist for one of the nation’s most prestigious academic scholarships.

SGA introduces new executives and new outreach position

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | March 2

Newly elected senators met Feb. 29 to discuss parliamentary procedures, introduce new executive officers and participate in a mock senate run-through. During executive introductions, SGA Vice President Brandon Honeywell introduced the newest position on SGA’s executive board: assistant vice president of outreach.

Incumbent District Attorney Robbie Treese loses to Brandon Hughes

By Kris Martins | Copy Editor and Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | March 2

Brandon Hughes defeated incumbent District Attorney Robbie Treese on Super Tuesday.

Chipotle still a favorite among the Auburn community

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | March 2

Two weeks ago, Auburn's Chipotle closed their doors for a day. Despite the rough past few months the restaurant chain has endured, Auburn's Chipotle managed to re-open it's doors, and loyal customers still continue to pour in.

Local law enforcement fights Alabama bill allowing loaded firearms in cars

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | March 2

The bill that would allow individuals to have loaded handguns in their vehicles has passed the Alabama Senate Committee on the Judiciary, despite major opposition from many in Alabama's law enforcement. Senate Bill 14, introduced by Sen. Gerald Allen, R-Cottondale, would allow anyone to carry an accessible, loaded handgun in his or her car without obtaining a license.

Auburn City Council approves settlement with developer

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | March 2

After much deliberation, the Auburn City Council agreed to approve the settlement with Landmark Properties, the developer for The Standard at Auburn, to be established at the corner of Glenn Avenue and Gay Street.

Robbie Treese looks to keep innovating as district attorney

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | March 2

Robbie Treese has served as the Lee County district attorney for 16 years and is always looking for ways to improve.

Incident reports from Feb. 24-29

By Staff Report | March 2

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division from Feb. 24-29.

'Terrorism and Voices of Reason in the Muslim World' discussion set for March 3

By Staff Report | March 2

The Atlantic Institute will sponsor an interactive discussion, "Terrorism and Voices of Reason in the Muslim World," Thursday, March 3 in the Foy Auditorium.

Shadrack McGill campaigns on faith for senate

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | March 1

In 2010, a businessman with no political background, Shadrack McGill, was "politically convicted" by his God to run for Alabama Senate and was elected into office. Shadrack is currently running against four other candidates, including incumbent Sen. Richard Shelby, in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate.

Kicking junk food with Cam

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 29

The Extension office is sponsoring a 12-week campaign with the help of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education and FNV, a branch of the Partnership for a Healthier America to spread awareness for healthy eating.

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | February 29

Possible pedestrian plaza and other options discussed at open forum

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | February 29

Potential plans for the Mell Corridor were proposed in front of community members, students, faculty and staff in the Foy ballroom. Questionnaires were distributed for the audience to fill out as representatives from Facilities Management presented various alternatives for how the Mell Street space could be developed.