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University of Memphis to vote on AU provost as next president

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | November 8

Auburn University Provost Bill Hardgrave has been named the preferred candidate for the University of Memphis' next president. Hardgrave's approval for the position is awaiting a vote on Tuesday afternoon.

Auburn slated for third prime-time match against South Carolina

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | November 8

Auburn is scheduled to play South Carolina at 6 p.m. CST in Columbia on Nov. 20 in the SEC’s newest release of game times and broadcasting channels.

Auburn falls to No. 16 in the nation, following loss to Texas A&M

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Reporter | November 7

Following Auburn’s loss to Texas A&M, the Tigers fall to No. 16 in the nation in the latest AP Top 25 poll.

JT Thor and Jared Harper score 30+ in head-to-head G-League season opener, Cooper shoots 45% from three-point land

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | November 6

Three former Tigers balled out in their NBA G-League season openers on Friday night, headlined by Jared Harper and JT Thor each dropping 30+ points in a head-to-head matchup to start what should be an entertaining basketball season for Auburn and pro fans alike.

Auburn to lace up against Arkansas in SEC Tournament semifinals for first time since 2016

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | November 4

Auburn (9-4-1) advanced to the SEC Tournament semifinals for the first time since 2016, where it will face 1st seeded Arkansas (15-3) for the second time this season at 5 p.m. CST.

EAH spokesperson 'cautiously optimistic' as COVID hospitalizations level off

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | November 3

As of Nov. 2, 11 patients were hospitalized for COVID-19 at East Alabama Medical Center and EAMC-Lanier, down from 93 on Sept. 4.

Auburn receives $1.5 million in research grants from state

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | October 28

State agencies have awarded more than $1.5 million in research grants to Auburn University, according to a press release from the governor’s office Thursday.

Demonstrators protest vaccine mandate for AU employees at Toomer's Corner

By Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | October 26

Protesters gathered Tuesday at Toomer’s Corner in response to the University’s announcement that employees are required to be vaccinated.

'The best for Auburn is yet to come': Anders delivers State of the City address

By Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | October 26

Anders’ speech, held in the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center, hit on several topics, including growth, capital projects, the City's response to the pandemic and education. Anders also delivered the City's Lamplighter Awards.

Council raises maximum towing fee to $125

By Caroline Craig | Community Reporter | October 20

At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Council members approved an ordinance to raise the maximum fee towing companies can charge for towing on private property to $125 from $100.

University institutes $14.50 minimum hiring rate for employees

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | October 18

Starting Jan. 1, 2022, Auburn will offer a minimum hourly wage of $14.50 to administrative professionals and eligible full-time and part-time regular employees, according to an email sent to Auburn staff and students on Monday.

Auburn woman arrested on charge of firing weapon into unoccupied property

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | October 15

Auburn police arrested Ashanae Teonna Bowen, 19, from Auburn, on Oct. 13, on felony warrants charging her with two counts of discharging a firearm into an unoccupied dwelling or vehicle, according to a press release from the Auburn Police Division.

Political organizations gather at the annual Great Debate

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor | October 14

Representatives from student organizations across the political spectrum gathered in Lowder Hall on Tuesday night to debate issues related to healthcare, immigration, infrastructure, climate change, education and marijuana legalization.

Film Room: Key plays against LSU

By Logan Glover | Sports Writer and Daniel Schmidt | Sports Writer | October 9

Auburn walked into Death Valley last Saturday with the thought of pulling off something that has not been done in 22 years -- a win. A win is what it walked out with after a thrilling game. Here is what all went into pulling out the victory on this week's version of Film Room.