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The trend that is “popping” up everywhere

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | April 14

It was frozen yogurt, the cupcake and now it is the ice pop. Throughout the past few years, ice pop shops have been popping up, with many people racing to get the chilly treat. These aren’t the ice pops you grew up with; many ice pop shops sell ice pops that contain all natural, or sometimes even local ingredients. Two of the well-known ice pop shops of the Southeast are actually located in Auburn and Opelika, and they are Steel City Pops and the Pop Factory at the Overall Company.

SGA approves resolution for class registration

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | April 13

SGA’s Monday, April 13 meeting saw the unanimous passing of a resolution that was introduced during last week’s senate meeting as well as the confirmation of the SGA cabinet and the SGA cabinet assistant vice presidents. Jesse Westerhouse, executive vice president of initiatives, discussed the resolution that will change the way Auburn students register for classes.

​Engage Interact Lead Class to be offered Fall 2016

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | April 13

A new class will be offered in fall 2015 called Engage Interact Lead. The class will focus on women’s approach to environmental leadership. Barbara Baker, executive director of Women’s Leadership Institute, said she decided this class would be a good idea after teaching various courses in community and civic engagement minor.

Nelly will perform at Auburn Airwaves despite arrest

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | April 13

Nelly will perform at Auburn Airwaves despite his arrest, according to Sagar Leva, UPC director of major entertainment and senior in finance. Nelly was arrested Saturday, April 11 in Putnam County, Tennessee after state troopers found methamphetamine, marijuana, other drug paraphernalia and guns on his bus, according to a statement released by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.

Updated Annual Security and Fire Safety Report available

By Staff Report | April 13

An updated version of the 2013 Auburn University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report developed by Auburn University Department of Public Safety & Security and the Auburn University Department of Risk Management & Safety is now available, according to an email sent by Auburn University Public Safety and Security. The report includes crime statistics and information about campus safety policies such as crime reporting, emergency procedures and notification, campus evacuation, missing students, alcohol and drug use, weapons, sexual assault and dating violence domestic violence and stalking. It also includes information about fire safety. The report can be found at http://www.auburn.edu/campussafety. 

Vote set for new high school

April 13

A municipal election that will decide if bonds will be issued to build a new high school will take place on April 28. If the voters approve the $78.39 million bond issue, the debt will be repaid using Auburn’s 5-mill fund, which has existed since the 1940’s, according to a city press release.

Local teen chases her dream, releases first album titled ‘Colorful’

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | April 10

One Opelika teen has recently taken her dream of becoming a professional musician to the next level with the release of her first original album, “Colorful.” Abby Miracle, 16, plays ukulele and guitar and has been singing and writing her own songs since she was in elementary school. Abby said she plans to release an EP record this fall and “write songs until I run out of ideas, then write about other people’s stories.” “She did her very first solo in church, and when she was in the kindergarten choir, she was hand-selected by the minister of music to sing with the adult choir at Christmas time,” said Carol Ann Miracle, Abby’s mother. Abby was 6 years old when she first sang at First Baptist Church. “I sang ‘Happy Birthday, Jesus’ in front of, like, a thousand people,” Abby said. Carol Ann said she has noticed a richer tone in her daughter’s voice every year, as well as more security in her performances. “She’s just grown to the point where she knows this is what she’s meant to do forever in some capacity,” Carol Ann said.

Advisers weigh in on the Grade Adjustment Policy

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | April 10

It’s that time in the semester when the drop period has ended, and students who may be doing poorly in their classes are faced with an ultimatum: Should I GAP or take the F? Lori McLean, communications and journalism adviser, said the Grade Adjust Policy (GAP) has proven itself to provide life support to GPAs.

Auburn named a top city for hipsters in the US

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | April 10

The City of Auburn was declared one of the top United States cities for hipsters by a survey taken by FindTheHome.com and shared on CBSNews.com.

The ins and outs of scholarships

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | April 10

Each spring, the Auburn University Office of University Scholarships awards scholarships to incoming freshmen for the next school year and general scholarships for current enrolled students. Velda Rooker, director of University scholarships, said there are three levels of Spirit of Auburn Scholarships awarded to incoming freshmen. The first is the SOA Presidential Scholarship, which covers tuition for four years and gives a $1,000 technology stipend for the fall, requires a minimum 32 ACT and 3.5 GPA. The second is the Spirit of Auburn Founders Scholarship requires a minimum 30 ACT and 3.5 GPA and covers tuition for four years. The third is Spirit of Auburn Scholarship requires a minimum 28 ACT, 3.5 GPA and provides $3,000 for four years, according to Rooker.

Senior wins Daniel J. Edelman PRSSA Award

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | April 10

Rachel Pipan, senior in public relations, recently won the Daniel J. Edelman PRSSA Award, an award the Edelman PR firm awards to outstanding juniors and seniors involved in the Public Relations Student Society of America.

Auburn man killed in early morning car wreck

By Staff Report | April 10

Laderrein Q. Matthews died from blunt force injuries when his 1997 Ford Mustang struck a tree near the intersection of Foster and Clark Avenues at approximately 3:15 a.m., according to the Auburn Police Division.

UPDATE: Supper Club employees determined to save it from closing

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | April 9

John Brandt, owner of the War Eagle Supper Club, said they are closing because the landlord is not going to renew their lease.

Change coming to Chewacla, rise in entrance rates and other fees

By Pierce Ostwalt | Community Writer | April 9

Several changes will be coming to Chewacla State Park, and some have already been put in place. The first change that is already in place is an increase of the entrance fee by one dollar, now making the fee $4 per patron.

Equine training class gives students a chance to work one-on-one with their own adopted foal for a semester

By Andria Moore | Intrigue Writer | April 9

Of the wide variety of elective courses offered at Auburn, there is one in the College of Animal Sciences that is almost too popular.

AU Singers to perform at Kreher’s Music in the Forest

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | April 9

The AU Singers will entertain the public with song and dance as part of a concert series hosted by the Kreher Preserve and Nature Center on Saturday, April 11, at 4:30 p.m. The Music in the Forest series is a collaboration between the preserve and the department of music to provide the community with musical entertainment while benefitting KPNC’s children’s educational programs and AUMD’s student scholarship fund. “I’ve always enjoyed the energetic AU Singers and know firsthand how much time and effort is put into their performances,” said Sarah Collins, administrative assistant for the department of music.

Spinning into action: University prepares for tornado season

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | April 9

Transitioning into the springtime, pollen isn’t the only thing expected in Alabama. As tornado season approaches, Auburn University Emergency Management lays out its severe weather procedures. Chance Corbett, associate director of Emergency Management, said every campus building has a designated indoor shelter area marked with a green “Severe Weather Shelter” sign.

Annual Citizen Survey reveals high satisfaction

April 8

City leaders were able to find out how the citizens of Auburn feel about the way the city is run after getting the results of the Annual Citizen Survey. Chris Tatham, Vice President with the ETC Institute, a market research firm for local governments, presented the survey results at the Auburn City Council meeting on April 7. Auburn ranks among the highest in citizen satisfaction from the more than 800 cities where ETC conducts surveys, according to Tatham. “The nice thing when I get to come present here is Auburn is one of the standard setters for community performance,” Tatham said. Ninety-two percent of survey respondents said they were satisfied with the quality of life in Auburn.