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Unauthorized weapon spotted on campus, no threats identified

By Staff Report | January 28

Auburn Police responded to a call this afternoon, Jan.28, about a person who possibly had an unauthorized weapon near the Student Center, according to a public safety advisory from Auburn University Public Safety and Security. The person was not acting in a threatening manner.

​SGA executives reflect on term accomplishments

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | January 28

Walker Byrd, SGA president, Justin Mathews, SGA vice president, and Brett Walton, SGA treasurer, are preparing to pass down their executive titles and, in doing so, are reflecting on what they’ve achieved and the foundations that have been laid down for future senators.

Service at Auburn’s Bailey Small Animal Hospital earns top rating

By Staff Report | January 27

Certification is based on factors including hours of operation, facilities and equipment available to treat patients, workflow, veterinarians available for treatment and consultations, and the level of education and training that veterinarians have, the release states.

Community profile: Ron Anders Jr., City Councilman and former Mic Man

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | January 27

“For a child to grow up in Auburn, on its own level, it’s like an amusement park,” Anders said.

City officials address public concern about parking deck redevelopment

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | January 27

At a public meeting to discuss the redevelopment of the Gay Street parking deck, citizens expressed their concerns about the future of the site, including the viability of a downtown grocery. "My concern is not with the development," said Tim Curry, Auburn resident.

Cutting carbs around Auburn with Scale Back Alabama

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | January 27

The Auburn community has taken initiative by adopting a competitive weight loss program, Scale Back Alabama, to instill healthy habits. Scale Back Alabama will begin this week, Jan. 25-29, with weigh-in stations around Lee County.

UPDATE: Judge 'not inclined' to grant continuance on Hubbard ethics trial

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | January 27

Judge Jacob A. Walker III denied a motion by the defense to continue the trial, but acknowledged that possible appeals would delay the process.

Republican candidates for Lee County District attorney face off in forum

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | January 27

Incumbent District Attorney Robbie Treese and challenger Brandon Hughes spoke to the Lee County Republicans Club at the Hilton Garden Inn on Tuesday night, Jan. 26.

Lecture series kicks off with Creek Indian history in Alabama

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | January 27

In Alabama there is a large amount of history and more specifically Creek Indian history. “Learning about Creek Indians is really learning about Alabama and learning about the place where you are here in Auburn,” said Maiben Beard, outreach assistant with the Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts & Humanities.

Supporters fight frigid temperatures at Auburn for Bernie march

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | January 27

Despite the 30-degree weather and blistering cold winds, some Auburn citizens were "feeling the Bern" this Saturday, Jan. 23. While many were cuddled up inside, Auburn's Bernie Sanders supporters took the streets to show their support for the campaign and spread awareness about important issues.

Incident reports from Jan. 19-25

By Staff Report | January 26

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division from Jan. 19-25. 

Two men arrested after police chase

By Staff Report | January 26

Two Opelika men were arrested after a brief chase on Interstate 85 on Tuesday, Jan. 26, according to a release issued by the Auburn Police Division.

​EASL classrooms to be in Mell Street building

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | January 26

Engaged Active Student Learning spaces first came to Auburn’s campus three years ago, using strategic furniture placement and technology to create a new learning environment that forces professors to teach differently and students to learn through collaboration. Wiebke Kuhn, College of Liberal Arts IT manager, said the classroom building committee first created these classrooms for the College of Liberal Arts to see how a different way of learning would affect students’ grades. “The reason for building that space came out of the classroom building committee,” Kuhn said.

Krispy Kreme construction delayed, now moving along

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | January 26

The skeleton of a Krispy Kreme is rising near the Auburn Mall, but doughnut fans will have to wait a little longer than expected for the "Hot Now" sign to illuminate the highway.

​SGA raises suicide awareness and promotes QPR

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | January 25

India Way, budget and finance committee chair, and Trey Fields, Student Affairs committee chair, addressed the senate about suicide prevention training available to students called QPR. QPR stands for question, persuade, refer and offers training sessions to anyone who wants to learn how to detect signs someone may be having suicidal thoughts, according to Way.

SGA 2016 major candidates announced

By Staff Report | January 25

Adam Brasher, Jesse Westerhouse and Drake Alan Pooley are running for SGA president, according to SGA's website.

Preview: Pump Up Your Heart Challenge

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | January 25

The third annual Pump Up Your Heart challenge returns to the Auburn Rec and Wellness Center this February. The month-long competition will have a kickoff event on Jan 31. from 5 to 6 p.m. and its grand finale on March 3 at Yoga Rave. The winners will be announced at Yoga Rave on March 3 this year.

A day in the life of an early childcare worker

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | January 25

Sharon Wilbanks, director of Auburn University Early Learning Center, said there is no such thing as a normal day when working with children.