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Former Councilman Arthur Dowdell confronts the Auburn City Council

December 2

Former Councilman Arthur Dowdell addressed the Auburn City Council claiming Councilman Clemon Byrd is not a legal resident of Ward 1 at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Byrd defeated Dowdell for the Ward 1 seat in the Aug. 26 city elections.

Women's basketball races past Marquette 79-53 to remain unbeaten at home

December 2

Women's basketball cruised their way to a 79-53 victory over the Marquette Golden Eagles Tuesday night in Auburn Arena. The Tigers improve to 4-2 on the year and remain undefeated at home six games into the season.

Professor's research shows how squirrels communicate

By Brian Stultz | Campus Writer | December 2

The next time you are walking across campus and spot a squirrel, sit down and start listening to them. Robert Lishak, associate professor in biological sciences, is researching how squirrels communicate with each other.

Citizens of Ward 5 concerned with parking around Auburn High School

December 1

Councilwoman Lynda Tremaine held a public meeting for her constituents at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church on Magnolia Avenue Monday, Dec. 1, and the primary issue brought up was the parking situation at the High School.

UPDATED: Johnson out as defensive coordinator

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | November 30

According to the website Football Scoop and Phillip Marshall of 247 Sports, Auburn defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson has been fired.

Tigers drop in polls following Iron Bowl Loss

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | November 30

Auburn has dropped to 20th is this week's AP poll. Additionally, the Tigers fell to No. 21 in the Amway Coaches poll.

Red zone struggles limited scoring

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | November 30

Although Auburn's offense put up 630 total yards and 44 points on the No. 1 team in the country, players and coaches believe that too many field goals in the red zone limited their chances of beating the Tide in Bryant-Denny Stadium.

UPDATED: Alabama's offense outplays Auburn's defense in 55-44 loss

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | November 29

After Auburn led by a score of 26-21 and 383-178 in total yards at halftime, Alabama's offense responded in the second half by reaching 541 total yards on their way to a 55-44 victory, which is the highest score in Iron Bowl history.

Tigers lead Iron Bowl behind explosive first half effort

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | November 29

After a turnover on the first possession of the game, Auburn's offense responded in a big way by outgaining Alabama 383-178 in yards on its way to a 26-21-halftime lead. After winning the coin toss and electing to receive, Roc Thomas fumbled a swing pass on the first offensive play of the game. This is the third time this season Auburn has opened the game with a turnover on their first possession.

Reliving the rush: Iron Bowl 2013

By Lindsey Raygan | Intrigue Writer | November 29

After Chris Davis' memorable 109-yard touchdown in the 2013 Iron Bowl, students, alumni and fans alike celebrated with approximately 80,000 of their closest friends.

Ceramics professor shapes students for the future

By Kate Seckinger | Intrigue Reporter | November 28

When Kyungmin Park, professor of art, asked her students to do a human form ceramics piece, she told them to pay special attention to the eyes. It was a small detail of the form the students were creating, but Park said the smallest details are what make art come to life.

Student-athletes thankful for FCA experience

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | November 27

Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been influencing the lives of players and coaches around the country. Whether it's at the youth level, high school, college or the pros, the voluntary organization had challenged athletes of all sports to live by the values of integrity, teamwork, community service and devotion to Jesus Christ through weekly "huddle" meetings.

Moore's Mill Club has Sixth Annual Turkey Trot

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | November 26

The Auburn community is coming together to burn some calories and help others in the community before feasting on their Thanksgiving meals this year. The 6th annual Turkey Trot is coming up Nov. 27 at the Moore's Mill Club in Auburn. Sydnee Cleveland, founder and director of the Turkey Trot, started the event five years ago.

Auburn slides to No. 15 in College Football Playoff rankings

November 25

Following a win against Samford, Auburn has dropped to No. 15 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, a one spot drop from last week.

Auburn students steal the show at Miss Alabama USA 2015

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | November 25

Two Auburn ladies stepped off campus and onto the stage at the Miss Alabama USA 2015 pageant. Liz Willis, junior in communication, placed first runner up to Miss Alabama USA. Caroline Pettey, sophomore in media studies, placed fourth runner up.

Tigers go cold again, fall to Tulsa in Las Vegas

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | November 25

After a fast start going 7-of-11 shooting, Auburn managed less than 40 points, falling to Tulsa 53-35 in the MGM Grand Main Event.

Students regularly volunteer at local church's food pantry

By Rachel Davis | Community Writer | November 24

Friday mornings at 8:30, a group of students from IMPACT, a group that provides volunteer opportunities, meets at the intermural fields on campus to make the trip to the Auburn United Methodist Church to work at the church's food pantry. The AUMC Food Pantry is the product of two women, Shirley Rose Glisson and Reeder Dulaney. Fourteen years ago, the duo banded together to start the charity.

Williams still "day-to-day" ahead of Iron Bowl

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | November 23

"We're optimistic that he's getting better," offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee said. "We'll know when we get out there tomorrow and get after it and see where they're at."