News

Annual Opelika event features gardens and art

By Heather Allen / WRITER | March 29

Flowers are blooming, pollen is in the air and the Opelika community is ready to get outdoors and tend to their gardens.

Rosezena "Mama Rose" Gunn serves the Auburn community with home cooking. She said she treats her customers the way she would want to be treated. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 29

Rosezena Gunn began cooking when she was 14 by helping her mother in Cincinnati and has been cooking ever since.

Author of Fast Food Nation examines HB 56, negative results for the future

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | March 23

Eric Schlosser dissected the nations fast food industry in his 2001 book "Fast Food Nation," but on Thursday he visited the Auburn Dixon Hotel and Conference Center to explain the implications of HB 56 and what it means to be an American.

President Gogue makes smoking ban final

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 22

An issue that flamed up more than a year ago is nearly resolved, and that's not just blowing smoke.

Modern dance comes to Opelika

By Sydney Callis / WRITER | March 22

Pilobolus Dance Theatre will perform at the Opelika Center for the Performing Arts March 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Community dance classes encourage involvement

By Heather Allen / WRITER | March 22

Auburn Parks and Recreation is encouraging the community to get out and dance.

Rachael Colley, pharmacy student, takes her dog Luke for a walk in Kiesel Park. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Kiesel Park caters to dog owners

By Jenny Steele / WRITER | March 22

Dog owners are invited to learn more about their furry friends at Responsible Dog Ownership Day Saturday at Kiesel Park.

Tipi Colley Miller, executive director of Keep Opelika Beautiful, strives to give back to the Opelika area as an Opelika native herself. (Kristen Oliver / COMMUNITY EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Abigail O'Brien / WRITER | March 22

Working with her husband and two young children in their vegetable garden, shooting an elk in Colorado with her dad or cheering on the Auburn Tigers at a home football game are just some of the things Tipi Colley Miller might be found doing.

Clockwise from left: Helen Agha, Ashley Edwards, Audrey Ross and Sierra Canty are starting a program called "The Human Touch" to raise awareness about issues of diversity. They were inspired to start the program after an incident occurred in their dorm. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Closing the door on hate

By Chelsea Harvey / CAMPUS EDITOR | March 8

For four students, what started as a horrifying experience with racism turned into an opportunity to do something good for Auburn's campus.

Laura Perry, teacher at The Little Tree preschool, helps autistic students by analyzing their behavior. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Ali Jenkins / WRITER | March 8

Like many college students, Laura Perry wasn't sure what career she would end up in after graduating, but she was certain of one thing: it wouldn't involve children.

Fine-dining restaurants cover Auburn, Opelika area

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 8

Students may have to wait for a visit from mom and dad to eat at the top-notch restaurants in the surrounding area, but when the day arrives it's vital to know where to go.

'On Golden Pond' comes to Auburn area

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 8

For those who've been wondering what to do with the next eight weeks of their lives, Auburn Area Community Theatre has the answer: work with "On Golden Pond."

Local store helps community prepare for emergencies

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 8

Tornado sirens and AU Alerts indicate a time to take action, but a group in Opelika is urging people not to wait until it's too late to prepare for emergency situations.

A Night of Total Exposure comes to Opelika

By Susan Ann Cook / WRITER | March 4

The Opelika area is preparing for "A Night of Total Exposure...Hair and Fashion Expo" when the event visits the Event Center Downtown March 17.

'Mr. Penny' fights; community waits

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 1

Johnny Richmond remains in East Alabama Medical Center after gunshot wound Monday.

State House passes ban on texting while driving

By Jenny Steele / WRITER | March 1

It's seen at stoplights, on the highway--even in your own lap. Some claim it's as dangerous as driving under the influence, yet it's still legal.

Robert Calcote, a dermatologist in Auburn, is offering free skin cancer screenings starting Feb. 29. Calcote said the incidence of melanoma is increasing significantly. (CONTRIBUTED)

Local expert recommends staying safe when tanning

By Callie Ward / WRITER | March 1

For anyone thinking of hitting the tanning bed before spring break, Auburn dermatologist Robert Calcote recommends otherwise.

Chandler White works at the self-service CopyCat in the Student Center. He is leaving Auburn to continue his education in the fall. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Kristen Oliver / COMMUNITY EDITOR | March 1

If you've used CopyCat in the last seven years, chances are you've met him.

Cathy Dean Gafford, right, helps students from IMPACT sort and box books at the Jean Dean RIF in Opelika Monday afternoon. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Local literacy groups bring books to children

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 1

Two local literacy groups will be on the same page Saturday when Kumon Learning Center hosts an open house and book drive to benefit Jean Dean Reading Is Fundamental in Opelika.

City plans low income housing, public service programs

By Kristen Oliver / COMMUNITY EDITOR | March 1

The City of Auburn is making plans to benefit the community over the next fiscal year.