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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.

Auburn women's basketball defeat USC-Upstate, improve to 4-1

By Samuel Carr / WRITER | November 29

The Auburn women's basketball team thumped the University of South Carolina-Upstate 75-34 Sunday afternoon at the Auburn Arena.

Tigers washed ashore by Crimson Tide in 76th Iron Bowl

By Christina Santee / SPORTS EDITOR | November 27

Following ESPN College GameDay's fourth Iron Bowl appearance, the Auburn Tigers fell 42-14 to the No. 2 Alabama Crimson Tide in the 76th annual rivalry game Saturday.

Fake Christmas trees become more popular

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | November 26

One of the oldest Christmas traditions--cutting down a tree for the holidays--may find itself having a bit of competition this upcoming Christmas.

Toomer's eagle statues' restoration reveals red

By Elizabeth Bonner / STAFF WRITER | November 26

The eagle statues that sit on the gates at Toomer's Corner have been missing for a few weeks--but don't worry, they didn't fly away.

Tigers prepare for annual rivalry

By Megan Smith / WRITER | November 26

This Saturday, thousands will be watching the one game that is talked about all year in Alabama: the Iron Bowl.

Tigers recover at Homecoming

By Brandon Miller / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | November 19

Auburn celebrated the 2011 installment of Homecoming and Senior Day with a 35-16 victory over Samford on a day that former Auburn player and Samford coach Pat Sullivan returned to the Plains.

Part of a home on Elkins Drive is damaged by a fallen tree resulting from yesterday's storm. Homes and property were also damaged on Gay and Green streets. (Kate Jones / INTRIGUE EDITOR)

Tornado touches down

By Kate Jones / INTRIGUE EDITOR | November 17

The National Weather Service in Birmingham cannot yet confirm whether one or multiple tornadoes touched down yesterday, causing damage to areas surrounding Wire Road and Gay and Green streets.

WeCar zooms on campus

By Megan Smith / WRITER | November 17

Take a ride on the new car sharing program at Auburn.

Black Friday meets Big Blue Nov. 25

By Lane Jones / STAFF WRITER | November 17

Scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving, Blue Friday is combining the savings of Black Friday with football and block party festivities.

Students gobble up local options

By Meredith Hall / WRITER | November 17

Whether home is too far away, the stack of projects due is too massive or there's too much tailgate prep to do before the big game, a number of students are choosing to stay in Auburn for Thanksgiving break.

The koi pond is empty after its fish died from a cleaning mistake Nov. 8. (Maria Iampietro / PHOTO EDITOR)

Koi pond cleaning accidently kills fish

By Chelsea Harvey / CAMPUS EDITOR | November 17

The koi pond in front of Ross Hall is missing a few of its inhabitants.

Mary Iraggi and local jewelry designer Kate Kirby (left) model some of Kirby's pieces, which are sold at The Villager. Kirby is one of 10 local artists who will be featured at the Nov. 25-27 show. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Art show gives local artists exposure

By Kristen Oliver / WRITER | November 17

Auburn talents will be on display Iron Bowl weekend, but not just in Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Chef Adelle Bonilla leads a team to create an Auburn gingerbread village masterpiece each year. Last year she used 90 eggs, 80 pounds of flour, 30 pounds of sugar, 7 pounds of molasses and 5 pounds of ground sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to finish the job. (Rebecca Croomes / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Cookie campus

By Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR | November 17

Adelle Bonilla earns her living in November making gingerbread houses.

Two tornadoes touch down in Auburn area

By Alison McFerrin / NEWS EDITOR | November 16

At approximately 11:48 a.m. a tornado warning was issued for Lee, Chambers and Macon counties.

Tigers suffer loss against Georgia

By Christina Santee / SPORTS EDITOR | November 14

The No. 24 Auburn Tigers suffered another conference loss for the 2011 season after falling to the No. 14 Georgia Bulldogs 7-45 in the Deep South's oldest rivalry Saturday evening in Athens, Ga.