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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.

UPDATED: Same-sex couple weds outside of Lee County Courthouse

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 21

Justin and Shawn Williams of Salem, decided they would be trailblazers as they walked up to Lee County Courthouse on Monday, Feb. 8, planning to get their marriage license after being together for seven years. At the courthouse, they found Lee County Probate Judge Bill English was refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

A guide to the best desserts on campus

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | December 21

When in need of some sweets, there are some desserts that stand out on campus.

George Petrie: the man behind the Creed

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | December 20

“And because Auburn men and women believe in these things, I believe in Auburn and love it.”

George Petrie: the man behind the Creed

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | December 20

“And because Auburn men and women believe in these things, I believe in Auburn and love it.” 

Spirit and Nova keep busy after football season

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | December 20

Auburn students are used to seeing Spirit and Nova, the Auburn eagles, fly around the stadium before football games, but some might be surprised by how busy these eagles keep their schedules.

Tiger Lodge updates security, accused shooter's case to go before grand jury

By Jim Little | Community Editor | December 20

The man accused of killing Jakell Mitchell will now face a grand jury for the charge of murder. A preliminary hearing for Markale Hart was held in a Lee County courtroom Tuesday, Jan. 13.

College of Veterinary Medicine treating older dogs with human pacemakers

By Staff Report | December 18

SeungWoo Jung, assistant professor and clinician in the Cardiology Service of the Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital, recently placed one of the most advanced pacemaker systems used in humans in Joe, a seven-year-old bulldog owned by Wayne and MaryAnn Swift of Meridian, Mississippi, the release states.

‘I try just to be Walker:’ A day in the life of the SGA president

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | December 18

A day in the life of Walker Byrd means juggling student life with his SGA duties. 

Milken Institute names Auburn-Opelika one of the country's best performing small cities

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 18

The Milken Institute has named the Auburn-Opelika metropolitan area as the nation's 10th best performing small city in its 2015 Best-Performing Cities report. Auburn-Opelika once again claims its top ten spot after another year of growth, according to the Milken report.

Budget cuts could affect drivers' license offices across the state

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 16

The state of Alabama is facing a severe budget deficit of $200 million dollars.

Family Fun Day coming to Kreher Preserve

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 16

Summer is quickly coming to a close, and with autumn brimming on the horizon, students and local families will searching for more outdoor activities to occupy the cooler fall afternoons. On Saturday, Sept.

Auburn Fire Division honors lives lost in 9/11 terrorist attacks

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 16

The Auburn Fire Division held its annual 9/11 memorial service on the lawn of Fire Station #1 on East Magnolia Ave at 8:00 a.m. Dozens of fire fighters, city officials, media, and citizens were in attendance.

Legislators face difficulty and disagreement in attempts to balance the state budget

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 16

Legislators face difficulty and disagreement in attempts to balance the state budget.

Legislator's proposal reignites minimum wage debate

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 16

A bill proposed in September's special session of the Alabama House of Representative would ban local minimum wages.

Mega prize: Lotteries fund education across the South – except in Alabama

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | December 16

Across the South, state-run lotteries fund education and other public services. The state of Alabama is one of the last hold-out states without a lottery.