News

Auburn student's death under investigation

By Liz Conn / MANAGING EDITOR | October 1

No foul play is suspected in the death of an Auburn student early Thursday morning, according to Sgt. Scott Mingus of the Auburn Police Division.

Spring graduation moves to weekend

By Megan Smith / WRITER | September 30

Graduates can finally celebrate their newfound alumni status on the weekend.

Sophomore Sarah Allen cradles a kitten at the LCHS. Cat adoptions are free and kitten adoptions are discounted through the end of November. (Alex Sager / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR)

LCHS pushes cat adoptions this fall

By Bianca Seward / WRITER | September 29

The cat's out of the bag: Lee County Humane Society is introducing its fall feline promotion with the hopes of coordinating 100 cat adoptions before the Iron Bowl.

Tyler Whitten began his library career as an Auburn Public Library reference librarian. (Maria Iampietro / PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Alison McFerrin / NEWS EDITOR | September 29

When it comes to librarians, little curly-haired women with spectacles aren't the only variety.

On the Tracks is full steam ahead

By Jennifer Leonard / WRITER | September 29

Wine, food, shopping and music will be the highlight of On the Tracks, a biannual event on 8th Street and Railroad Avenue in Opelika.

Public safety department spreads holiday cheer to children

By Rebecca Croomes / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR | September 29

The Auburn Department of Public Safety is giving children in need a big surprise this holiday season by placing gifts under the Christmas tree.

Beauty of fall on sale Saturday

By Anna Claire Conrad / STAFF WRITER | September 29

The Auburn Beautification Council will host a plant sale Oct. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Dean Road Recreation Center.

MTV films at Auburn for show about sex, relationships

By Melody Kitchens / ONLINE EDITOR | September 27

Known for his outright honest advice, Dan Savage, sex and relationship columnist, is taking it to the next level: MTV.

The most important meal of the day

By Alison McFerrin / NEWS EDITOR | September 23

Saturday may be lauded as a day to sleep in, but the Kiwanis Club of Auburn is trying to provide a reason to wake up early.

Rolling to the future

By Graham Carr/ WRITER | September 22

The sounds of bikes pedaling, brakes squeaking and tires spinning may be more prevalent in Auburn soon.

Local leaders not counting on jobs bill

By Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR | September 22

The American Jobs Act is on the table, and local leaders are looking at what it means for Auburn, Opelika and Alabama.

Vitamins bring good health and job opportunities

By Shanetta Pindleton / STAFF WRITER | September 22

The vitamin and supplement company Pharmavite plans to build a new facility in Opelika that will bring $74 million in capital and 280 jobs to Opelika.

David Pierce, junior in management, rides his bike home from class. Bikers are a common sight on campus and throughout Auburn, used for both recreation and transportation. (Alex Sager / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR)

Safe cycling is high priority

By Natalie Yarid / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | September 22

Skip the headache of finding a parking spot on campus or the 10-minute wait on your Tiger Transit. Just bike to campus.

Spirit has PETA singing 'Free Bird'

By Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR | September 22

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals isn't happy with Auburn University.

Local artist seeks album artwork

By Megan Smith / WRITER | September 22

Local artist John Peterson is asking for the community's help in designing his newest CD.

Elena O'Donnell fires enamel onto copper buttons with a blowtorch to create her signature tree bracelets. (Maria Iampietro / PHOTO EDITOR)

People of the Plains

By Elizabeth Bonner / STAFF WRITER | September 22

Elena O'Donnell, a stay-at-home mom and local jewelry maker, started with baby blankets and moved to trendy jewelry, never losing sight of the meaning behind every piece.

The Tiger Cub online website includes all of the same policies and procedures as the paper version. (TIGER CUB ONLINE)

Tiger Cub switches to online operation

By Miranda Dollarhide / EDITOR | September 22

Everything is moving online these days, and the Tiger Cub is no exception.

Be the artist of Alabama district lines

By Sloane Hudson / WRITER | September 22

The 2010 census results are in, and the Alabama legislature is tasked with redrawing congressional and state legislative and Board of Education district lines, according to the Alabama Senate website.

Opelika's Historic Preservation Committee works to maintain downtown's buildings and landscaping. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Keeping downtown Opelika beautiful

By Natalie Yarid / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | September 22

Downtown Opelika doesn't retain its history and beauty simply by chance.

Kiesel park keeps it classy with community orchestra

By Anna Claire Conrad / STAFF WRITER | September 22

Don't expect dogs to be the only ones enjoying Kiesel Park Sunday.