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City seeks voters to approve funding allocations

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | January 12

If passed Jan. 24, the Special Five Mill Tax Referendum will fund a new senior center, additions to Frank Brown Recreation Center and the creation of additional parking spaces in downtown Auburn.

Old Twitter flies away

By Miranda Dollarhide / EDITOR | January 12

When I started high school in 2004, the popular social media outlet was Xanga. For the first time on the Internet, you got to be as self-absorbed as you like, and people embraced it. It was awesome.

Emily Schott strums a tune on her guitar during Expressions Cafe at The Gnu's Room Friday night. The monthly open-mic event features performances by writers, musicians and artists. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Local business encourages artistic expression

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | January 12

The first Friday night of every month the arts take center stage at The Gnu's Room, where aspiring writers, musicians, poets and other artists can show their stuff at Expressions Cafe.

Gigi's Cupcakes opens location downtown

By Kristen Oliver / COMMUNITY EDITOR | January 12

One of Auburn's oldest bakeries is making way for a new one.

(Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Kristen Oliver / COMMUNITY EDITOR | January 12

When Haley Penney graduated from Auburn in 1999 with a degree in human development and family studies, she didn't pursue a career in that field.

SGA preps for new semester

By Lane Jones / ASSOCIATE CAMPUS EDITOR | January 10

SGA still has a few tricks up its sleeve before its representatives finish their terms in March.

Michael Dyer granted conditional release

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 6

Junior running back Michael Dyer was granted a conditional release by coach Gene Chizik, according to a report by AuburnUndercover.com.

University sophomore dies following weekend wreck

By Chelsea Harvey / CAMPUS EDITOR | January 4

Auburn University lost another member of its family this week.Elizabeth "Libbie" Ainsworth, sophomore in interior design, passed away Tuesday afternoon at Columbus Regional Medical Center after being involved in a serious one-car accident Sunday night.

Behind bowl week

By Robert E. Lee / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | December 30

With only one practice left until kickoff, the Tigers look to add to their four-game bowl win streak Saturday in the 44th annual Chick-fil-A Bowl.

Chizik faces tough decisions as coordinators depart

By Coleman McDowell / ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR | December 15

With the memory of hoisting the BCS National Championship trophy almost a full 365 days in the past, coach Gene Chizik has endured a tumultuous week in the first days of bowl preparation.

Body found on Interstate 85

By Alison McFerrin / NEWS EDITOR | December 6

The Auburn Police Department has confirmed it is working on an investigation after a body was found along Interstate 85.

Head drum major Daniel Johnson and the marching band performing at the Ole miss game. (Rebecca Croomes / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Marching band seeks new home

By Robert E. Lee / ASSISTANT CAMPUS EDITOR | December 1

The band has new uniforms and all-silver-plated brass instruments, but lacks a practice facility to hold it all.

Campus, community unite for the holidays

By Kristen Oliver / WRITER | December 1

Auburn is ringing in the holiday season with hot chocolate, caroling and one big Christmas tree.

Bluegrass band rings in the holiday season

By Lane Jones / STAFF WRITER | December 1

It's going to be a blue Christmas in Opelika--bluegrass that is.

AU Alert addresses delays, changes

By Megan Smith / WRITER | December 1

Some new features are being added to the AU Alert system.

Trey Johnston carries on an Auburn tradition in J&M Bookstore, which was started by his father, George Johnston, and Paul Malone. (Maria Iampietro / PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Meredith Hall / WRITER | December 1

Other than Aubie, Trey Johnston may be the most recognized tiger in Auburn.

Two tornadoes touched down in Auburn Nov. 16, 2011 damaging approximately 237 structures, like this home on Elkins Drive. The storms also downed about 1,000 trees. Auburn Public Works estimates another 2-3 weeks until all debris is cleared. (Kate Jones / INTRIGUE EDITOR)

City cleans up after tornado

By Alison McFerrin / NEWS EDITOR | December 1

Auburn and Opelika residents are still putting the pieces back together after the Nov. 16 tornado, and local officials say cleanup is progressing.

Petz Unleashed, located on South College Street next to Winn-Dixie, offers the community another option besides cats and dogs, such as lizards, birds, bunnies and rats. (Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR)

Exotic pets provide hobby and legacy

By Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR | December 1

"The biggest problem with most pet stores is it's about money, and that's the last thing it should be about."For Stacy Hall and her family, owning and operating Petz Unleashed on South College Street next to Winn-Dixie is a tough hobby, not a tough job.

Porch tour brings Santa's village to life

By Lane Jones / STAFF WRITER | December 1

If you dream of walking in a winter wonderland, go no farther than the streets of downtown Opelika.

Old phone books put to new use

By Anna Claire Conrad / STAFF WRITER | December 1

The 4-1-1 is that Project Redirectory is under way for another year in Opelika.