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The Tailgate Guys set themselves up on list of fastest-growing companies

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 6

Inc. Magazine released their list of the top 5,000 fastest-growing private companies last week. Ranked 1,189 is The Tailgate Guys, founded by Auburn alumni. The Green Space is covered in a sea of white tents on any Auburn game day, thanks to the hard work of The Tailgate Guys. The Tailgate Guys set up and disassemble tailgating tents, leaving almost no work for Auburn fans after the football game.

Senior Cameron Artis-Payne had a career-high of 26 carries and 177 yards in their season opening 45-21 victory over Arkansas.

Artis-Payne confident for breakout senior season after career-best performance in opener

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | September 6

According to head football coach Gus Malzahn, senior running backs Cameron Artis-Payne and Corey Grant are still 1A and 1B on the depth chart, but Artis-Payne's career-high 177-yard performance against Arkansas helped him secure that No. 1 spot on the depth chart.

Board of Trustees approve initiation for Renovation of Cater Hall

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | September 6

The Auburn University Board of Trustees met for the first time in the fall semester on Friday, Sep. 5, announcing a few updates that will occur on and around Auburn's campus. Perhaps the biggest project the Board of Trustees approved was the initiation for the repair and renovation of Cater Hall.

Top five Miss Homecoming candidates announced

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | September 3

The top five candidates for Miss Homecoming were announced Wednesday, Sept. 3 at Cater Hall. The candidates are Callie Henley, Daly Foster, Kellie Jones, Francie Harris and Alexis Jackson.

Get cookin' with the career center

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 3

Students were given the chance to meet with local Alabama employers in hopes of learning more about what jobs and internships are available for them. Even Aubie came out to enjoy the free food and fun atmosphere.

New on-campus dining hall offers food and fun

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 3

The Cambridge at Auburn is now offering an on-campus, buffet-style dining option open to all Auburn students

Miss Homecoming candidates called out

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | September 2

The top 20 candidates competing for Miss Homecoming were called out of the crowds outside Cater Hall Tuesday, Sept. 2.

New book by Auburn professors showcases different mammals in Alabama

By Brian Stultz | Campus Writer | September 2

A new book co-authored by two professors in Auburn's biological science department will have people looking at Alabama's wildlife from a new perspective.

Bilinguals emerging inside the classroom

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | September 2

From kindergarten through high school, students learning English as a second language are usually separated in the classroom from native English speakers, but not by choice.

Professors' Ebola research goes viral

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 2

Auburn University organic chemistry professor Stewart Schneller is one step closer to potentially finding a cure to the Ebola virus.

Toomer's turns over new leaf

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | September 2

A new era is ready to take root at Toomer's Corner just in time for football season.

Cameron Artis-Payne (#44) runs with ball. Auburn vs. Arkansas, August 30, 2014. (Kenny Moss | Photographer)

Tigers jump one spot to No. 5 in AP rankings

September 2

Auburn jumped from No. 6 to No. 5 on the AP poll to match the Coaches poll ranking from the past two weeks. The Tigers' 45-21 win over SEC rival Arkansas was convincing enough to move them one spot.

Defensive Coordinator, Ellis Johnson, coaching his players at Fall practice day one. Sarah May/ ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR

Defense needs to be 'prepared for the unexpected' against San Jose State

September 1

Many Auburn fans may not know what to expect when the Tigers play against San Jose State next Saturday, but defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson may be helpful in explaining what type of offensive team the Spartans are.

Offense looking for improvement in 'detailed areas'

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | September 1

Lashlee and the coaching staff took blame for some of the early errors due to poor personnel communication, but also understood that the offense still has plenty of room for improvement.

The Gus Bus takes flight in opening victory over Arkansas

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | August 31

During Saturday's season opener against Arkansas, the 2014 Gus Bus showed off that balance, passing for 293 yards and rushing 302 in the season-opening 45-21 victory over Arkansas.

Defense responds to halftime adjustments against Arkansas

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

Jeremy Johnson led the way for Auburn in the first half with 243 passing yards and two touchdowns, but the defense was the reason why the score was tied at half since the Arkansas rushing attack dominated the Tigers defense for 151 yards.

Football overcomes tough first half, weather delay to start season 1-0

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

Auburn started the 2014 football season off on the right foot, beating SEC West foe Arkansas 45-21, in a game that included an hour and 28 minute delay due to inclement weather with 9:55 to go in the fourth quarter.

Switchfoot and Ben Rector electrify audiences at PlainsFest

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | August 30

The Plains roared with feedback from Switchfoot and Ben Rector Friday, Aug. 29 at PlainsFest, the University Program Council's fall concert. Hundreds of students, families, residents and out-of-state football fans gathered at the Gay Street parking lot to hear two of the most dynamic voices in alternative rocks.

Paddleboarding classes will be from Aug. 25 - Oct. 12.

Chewacla steps up to paddleboarding

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | August 29

A new workout trend has been spreading across the country, and now it has floated its way to Auburn. Stand-up paddleboarding is now being offered at Chewacla State Park. Lori Fuller, stand-up paddleboarding instructor, created a partnership with Mountain High Outfitters where participants can rent boards for each class.

UPDATE: More than 1,000 newspapers stolen from campus

August 28

More than 1,000 copies of The Auburn Plainsman were stolen from seven locations throughout campus, Thursday, Aug. 28. Newspapers were discovered stolen from five locations in the Student Center, as well as from racks in Parker Hall, the Science Center Classrooms, Lowder Hall, Shelby Center and Foy Dining Hall.