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Auburn celebrates first brewing sciences and operations graduates

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | December 28

“The faculty spent a long time creating course materials and filming our online videos, so our first graduation was a landmark day along a rewarding journey,” Ketchen said.

Best places to relax on campus

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | December 28

Midterms and finals may not be the only stressful weeks a student has on campus. If you don't have time to go back to your dorm/apartment or have an hour to kill in between classes, you can de-stress in any of these locations.

Former University employee charged with selling date rape drug changes plea to guilty

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | December 27

Stephen Howard, former University employee who was accused of selling over a gallon of date-rape drug, changed his plea on one of his two remaining counts Dec.

Gov. Bentley issues state of emergency after flooding across Alabama

By Staff Report | December 26

The state of emergency authorizes state agencies to assist affected areas.

Famous tigers: notable Auburn graduates

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | December 26

Auburn University has produced some prestigious graduates in a variety of areas. Here are just a few.

Flash flood warning extended to 7 a.m.

By Staff Report | December 25

The The National Weather service has extended the flash flood warning for Lee County to 1 a.m.

Auburn firefighters rescue five people from Sougahatchee Creek

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | December 25

Flood waters from Sougahatchee Creek off North Ashe Court swamped five people in a canoe Thursday afternoon, Dec. 24.

Harvey Updyke makes first payment to avoid jail

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 24

According to the Tuscaloosa News, Updyke has paid the $350 that Lee County Judge Jacob A. Walker ordered he must pay to avoid arrest.

Jakell Mitchell exchanged gunfire with Markale Hart, Auburn dectective said

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 24

Capt. Lorenza Dorsey confirmed Auburn police Detective Dustin Holt said in a probation revocation hearing for Hart on Jan. 12 that Mitchell fired a weapon the night he was killed.

Uber halts operations in Auburn

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 24

The suspension of operations comes after the City Council passed an ordinance Jan. 6 requiring all vehicle for hire services to pay licensing fees to the city, provide background checks for drivers, have commercial insurance and have cars marked with signage

UPDATED: Judge who struck down same-sex ban clarifies her ruling

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 24

U.S. District Judge Callie V.S. Granade clarified her ruling on Jan. 28 after the Alabama Probate Judges Association issued a statement advising probate judges that the ruling did not apply to them

Tiger Town welcomes BurgerFi and Taziki's

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | December 24

Taziki's and BurgerFi, two of Auburn's most popular eateries, have new storefronts in Opelika's Tiger Town. 

AU teams up with IBM on cybersecurity

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | December 24

Auburn University is collaborating with IBM on cybersecurity research to improve systems that can be used for outreach.   “Imagine cybersecurity is becoming one of the top threats of the world,” said Anthony Skjellum, professor of computer science and software engineering and the lead cyber scientist for Auburn.

Overall Company moves to secret location

By Anne Dawson | Intrigue Editor | December 23

The Overall Company is known around Auburn and Opelika for its tasty pops and coffees.  The company has recently decided to take its business to a new, more exciting location which they are keeping secret until January. 

Six-story building planned for outside moratorium boundary

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 23

A new six-story development is in the works outside the apartment moratorium boundary. The design of The Parker was submitted to the Auburn Board of Zoning Adjustment at the April 1 meeting. The developers, CA Ventures, presented the plans to the board to request a variance requiring buildings built in the Urban Core District to be built out of brick with accents of stucco, limestone or wood. The board denied the variance request in a 3-2 vote.

Mike Hubbard's defense attorneys allege prosecutorial misconduct

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 23

Defense attorneys for Alabama Speaker Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn) want the 23 ethics violation charges dismissed.

Opelika police officer returns to work, then placed back on administrative leave

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | December 22

The Opelika police officer who shot and killed a man late Halloween night returned to work, but was placed back on administrative leave.

A guide to the best desserts on campus

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | December 22

Sometimes you just need something sweet. It could be a reward for taking that test you studied hard for, a Friday treat or just a little bit of sugar to top off your meal. Most of the best options are in the heart of campus. Inside the Student Center, there’s the pastry hub Au Bon Pain and milkshakes at Chick-fil-A.