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The tallest buildings on the Plains

By Anne Dawson | Community Reporter | October 13

Despite the prospective taller structures, Downtown Auburn already has a few buildings which stand taller than most.

Facilities Management completes summer construction goals

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | October 13

Among these newly completely projects are facility management’s larger-scale projects like the Jordan-Hare Stadium video board, the Samford Park walkway and the Exploratory Advising Center in Mary Martin Hall, according to Martha Koontz, facilities management communications representative.

Niman Ranch Cart opens in the Student Center

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | October 12

Tiger Dining recently opened a new food option in the student center called Niman Ranch Cart. The new food cart is located on the second floor of the student center next to the Foy Desk. William Sallustro, tiger dining resident district manager, said the idea came as an extension to their Plains to Plate concept, which is another food option available in Lupton Hall. “When we started plains to plate we started looking for farm-friendly products,” Sallustro said.

The Hotel at Auburn University hosts the sixth Oktoberfest

October 12

Auburn’s very own Oktoberfest, in its sixth year, was held at the Hotel at Auburn University on Saturday, October 10.

Transit drivers expected to vote on union contract today

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | October 12

Tiger Transit drivers and First Transit, their employer, may come to an agreement on a union-backed contract on Saturday, Oct. 10

Brad Paisley performs on The Plains

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | October 12

Cowboy hats could be seen all across Auburn University's green space this Friday night as Brad Paisley took the stage as part of his country nation college tour.  Thousands of members of the Auburn community began claiming spots as early as 4 p.m.

​Susanna Bagwell crowned Miss Auburn University 2016

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | October 12

Susanna Bagwell, math education junior, was crowned the 2016 Miss Auburn University on Saturday, Oct. 10 at the annual Miss Auburn University pageant held at Auburn High School.

UPDATED: New apartment complex coming to downtown Auburn

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | October 9

Demolition work is underway to an existing structure at 137 E. Glenn Ave.

Art exhibit brings new sculptures to the Jule Collins Smith Museum

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | October 9

If you’ve driven down College Street recently you may have spotted an interesting new art piece on the grounds of the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art.

Road closures announced for free Brad Paisley concert

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | October 9

On Friday October 9th Brad Paisley will perform a free concert on the Student Center green space as part of his Country Nation College Tour.

Library makes space for extra study room, prepares for construction of Mell Street Classroom Building

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | October 8

In an effort to increase study space in Ralph Brown Draughon Library, an offsite storage facility will be created to house materials that are currently taking up extra room on the third and fourth floors.  Dan King, associate vice president for facilities, presented the proposal to the Auburn University Board of Trustees at its Sept.

Hazing education strives to promote student safety

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | October 8

Auburn University incorporates hazing education into organizations in attempt to promote student safety.

Halloween haunted farms taking over Auburn

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | October 7

The time of year has arrived to start thinking about black cats, witches, absurd amounts of candy and Halloween plans.

Students participate in Hey Day tradition

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | October 7

With over 100 volunteers distributing more than 5,000 name tags at 10 name tag stations across campus, SGA hosted its annual Hey Day event Wednesday, Oct.

City Council continues to discuss current development issues

By Anne Dawson | Community Reporter | October 6

The City Council continued to talk about the Downtown Master Plan, building height, and other issues involving the future of downtown. 

Taylor Wesley speaks after Miss Homecoming win

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | October 6

Taylor Wesley, senior in communications and psychology, was crowned Auburn’s 2015 Miss Homecoming on Saturday.

Spectrum Pride Week kicks off with LGBTQI student panel

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | October 6

The Multicultural Center and Spectrum hosted their annual LGBTQI Student Panel Discussion as kick-off event of Spectrum Pride Week.

Lowder briefly evacuated, University issues all clear

By Staff Report | October 6

A suspicious person was reported at Lowder Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at approximately 2:10 p.m.