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The College Democrats celebrate Obama's reelection as president.

Obama prevails, College Democrats celebrate

By Hayley Blair / Campus Editor | November 7

The Toomer's Oaks were surrounded by cheering students the night of Nov. 6 as Obama supporters celebrated election results predicted by CNN.

A graph indicating who students will vote for. 83 students responded to the poll. (Nathan Simone / ONLINE EDITOR)

The voice of the students: 2012 mock election results examined

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | November 6

Excitement over elections is at an all-time high with some first-time voters contributing to the election process.

This trailer in a mobile home park off of Webster Road was broken into last week. The student was not home when her laptop, textbooks and food from her refrigerator were taken. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Knock, knock, is anybody home?

By Sydney Callis / COMMUNITY REPORTER | November 5

A recent increase in burglaries around the Auburn area has people looking for ways to keep secure from burglars.

Onterio McCalebb was also allowed excellent blocking as he ran in two touchdowns on eight carries for 113 yards and had a 14.1 yard per carry average. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Tigers crush Aggies by 35 points

By John Burns / SPORTS WRITER | November 3

Auburn has secured its second victory of the season after smashing an outmatched New Mexico State team 42-7.

Tight end C.J. Uzomah's 27-yard touchdown catch from Jonathan Wallace in the third quarter gave Auburn's coaches enough incentive to keep the freshman in the game. (Emily Morris / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Is third quarterback a charm for Tigers in homecoming match-up?

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | November 3

On Saturday, Nov. 3, Auburn will find out if it actually has a starting-caliber quarterback on the roster.

I just want everybody to realize the significance and importance of the science in your everyday life," Nye said. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Students welcome Bill Nye the Science Guy

By Chelsea Harvey / MANAGING EDITOR | November 2

A childhood dream became reality for many students when Bill Nye gave a lecture at the Auburn Arena. Nye, a scientist, engineer and educator best known for his television show "Bill Nye the Science Guy," entered the Arena Thursday, Nov. 1 to a standing ovation and chants of "Bill! Bill! Bill!"

The College libertarians pictured with Ron Paul. (Courtesy of Michael Nathan Magan)

College libertarians open doors on issues

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | November 1

Don't tread on them. Although that is not part of its official slogan, College libertarians, with a lowercase "l", provide resources and opportunities for students to learn about the issues affecting their lives now.

APD, ABC address underage drinking on Halloween

By Rebecca Moseley / WRITER | November 1

There are few things scarier for underage students than being caught drinking or using a fake I.D.

The Pine Hill Haints played in 2005 at Standard Deluxe with Brian Conner on bucket, Mike Posey on accordion, Jeremy Henderson on snare, Kat Barrier on washboard and mandolin and Jamie Barrier on lead guitar. (Courtesy of Jeremy Henderson)

Auburn-native band returns to Waverly in November

By Gray Gill / WRITER | October 31

In 1998, Jamie Barrier and a few friends strode into the Pine Hill Cemetery on Armstrong Street with instruments in hand.When they emerged a few hours later, they had created what would come to be described as "ghost country."

Jonathan Wallace named starting quarterback for homecoming game

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | October 30

On Saturday, Nov. 3, Auburn will find out if it actually has a starting-caliber quarterback on the roster.

Ready, set, debate!

By Nathan Simone / ONLINE EDITOR | October 30

Auburn Republicans' President Charlie Smith vs. Auburn Democrats' President Jacob Dean: student leaders face off on some of what they believe are the most important topics of the upcoming election

Dierks Bentley is one of three performers appearing at the Hudson Family Foundation benefit concert. (Courtesy of Brent Hall)

Dierks Bentley featured in AU benefit concert

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | October 29

Hudson Family Foundation hopes to knock this year's benefit out of the park with performances by Dierks Bentley, Craig Morgan and Easton Corbin.

Crime reports for Oct. 17 - 24, 2012

By Staff reports | October 29

The weekly crime reports for the city of Auburn.

Wide receiver C.J. Uzomah is tackled by the Texas A&M defense. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Wallace gives offense hope, Aggies stun Auburn 63-21

By Ali Jenkins/ SPORTS WRITER | October 27

Auburn entered the game desperate for a win. Texas A&M came into Jordan-Hare Stadium hungry to right the loss it was handed last week against LSU. Unfortunately for the home team, the Aggies got what they wanted, handing the Tigers its worst loss since 1917.

At his Tuesday press conference, Gene Chizik praised the "explosive" Texas A&M offense saying the Aggies "lead the league offensively in just about every category there is." (Courtesy of Todd Van Emst)