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Sen. Shelby criticizes Obama over gun policy during Auburn campaign stop

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | January 6

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby criticized President Barack Obama recent executive actions on guns as another example of presidential overreach during a campaign stop at the Auburn Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Jan. 6.

Gay Street parking deck redevelopment gets its first green light from the Auburn City Council

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | January 6

The Auburn City Council approved a term sheet for plans to redevelop the North Gay Street parking deck and the surrounding lot into a hotel, an urban grocery, a retail development and a larger public parking deck.

Alabama chief justice orders probate judges to stop issuing same-sex marriage licenses

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | January 6

Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore issued an order today ordering probate judges not to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

Alumni group to recognize Alabama agricultural leaders

By Staff Report | January 5

The Auburn University Agricultural Alumni Association will honor five people who have made "significant contributions to the state’s agricultural industry" at the 2016 Alabama Agricultural Hall of Honor banquet, according to a University press release.

Auburn University tag for motorcycles now available

By Staff Report | January 4

Auburn University license plates are now available for motorcycles as well as cars, according to the Office of Communications.

'Last Call' as the War Eagle Supper Club closes

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | January 1

Despite the smiles and shouts of "War Eagle" above the din of a festive atmosphere, a sadness hung in the air because, for many, this was the last time they would set foot in a 78-year-old Auburn tradition.

Supper Club prepares to close, auction planned for Saturday, Jan. 2

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | December 30

The War Eagle Supper Club, an 87-year-old installment once on the edge of town, will have one last party Thursday, Dec. 31.

University employee charged with enticing a minor

By Staff Report | December 29

Larry Dewayne Brown serves as the assistant vice president of Alumni Affairs. Brown, 47, is charged with enticing a child for immoral purposes and interference with custody, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.

The legends of 'War Eagle'

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | December 29

There are different stories circulating regarding the origin of this phrase.

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