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Auburn City Council paves way for public art

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | October 19

In a move that reversed years of precedent, the Auburn City Council on Tuesday approved changes to the current ordinance that prohibits the commission of murals and other public art. The Council also officially announced the opening of a long-planned health clinic at the Boykin Community Center.

Miss Homecoming, what's next?

By Ethan Stamper | Campus Reporter | October 18

Emmy Beason was chosen as Miss Homecoming on Sept. 24. Now, she is sharing what that moment was like and what her campaign meant to her.

The Opelika Songwriters Festival returns for its third year

By Ethan Flynn | News Writer | October 17

The third annual Opelika Songwriters Festival was held from Thursday, Oct. 13 to Sunday, Oct. 16. The festival featured 36 performers, including headliners, The Indigo Girls, Rickie Lee Jones and Shawn Mullins.

Opelika man arrested on charges of attempted murder

By My Ly | Content Editor | October 12

Yesterday, an Opelika man was arrested for robbery in the first degree and attempted murder.

Auburn family to appear on Family Feud

By Diane Pham | News Writer | October 11

A part of the Auburn family is headed to Family Feud. The Anderson family, of Auburn, is set to appear on the next episode of the popular game show on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 6 p.m.

Auburn City Council announces cemetery improvements

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | October 4

The Auburn City Council announced Tuesday that it would be investing nearly $42,000 in facility improvements at Westview and Town Creek Cemeteries.

Office of Inclusion and Diversity expands grant opportunities

By Diane Pham | News Writer | October 4

Auburn's Office of Inclusion and Diversity has expanded their grant opportunities.

The Thrifty Lizard opens in Auburn

By Bri Johnson | News writer | October 3

On Sept. 21, the Thrifty Lizard opened its doors to the Auburn community.

Tuberville in early stages of writing NIL legislation

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | October 3

Just over a year after college NIL deals were permitted across the nation, Sen. Tommy Tuberville has began working on legislation that would create nationwide standards for these deals.

Opelika Chamber hosts first responder's breakfast

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | October 1

On Friday, the Opelika Chamber held a breakfast to honor their first responders.

Auburn National Pan-Hellenic Council reveals Legacy Plaza on campus

By My Ly | Content Editor | September 30

Auburns National Pan-Hellenic Council held a ceremony dedicated to the opening of the Legacy Plaza.

Music Club of Auburn University to hold first meeting Friday

By Ethan Flynn | News Writer | September 29

The Music Club of Auburn University is a new club on campus and will hold their first meeting on Friday.

The 29th annual Beat Bama Food Drive holds banquet September, 27.

Beat Bama Hunger Banquet highlights prevalence of food insecurity in Alabama

By Ethan Flynn | News Writer | September 28

The Beat Bama Food Drive held its Hunger Banquet on Tuesday, Sept. 27, the first time the organization has conducted the event since 2016.

Auburn public library host author Lisa McNair

By My Ly | Content Editor | September 28

Last night, Lisa McNair visited Auburn's public library to talk about the release of her new book dedicated to her sister Denise, who was one of the girls who was killed in the 16th street bombing.

Jason Hicks lays out his hopes for the College of Liberal Arts

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | September 23

In July, Dr. Jason Hicks was selected as the dean of the College of Liberal Arts. Now, he has laid out his hopes for what the college can achieve going forward.

Task Force looks to create more favorable working environment for Alabama women

By Ethan Flynn | News Writer | September 23

Alabama launched a task force in August to close the gender-based wage gap in the Yellowhammer state.

Suspect arrested after posting bomb threats against Opelika Middle School

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | September 21

After bomb threats were posted on social media on Sept. 20 and 21, Opelika police arrested a juvenile suspect.

Meet your Top 5 Miss Homecoming

By Ethan Stamper | Campus Reporter | September 21

Tuesday marked the official kickoff of the Miss Homecoming campaign period in which the candidates will begin promoting their platforms on campus.

Board of Trustees approve another 3% tuition increase

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | September 18

At the Sept. 16 Auburn Board of Trustees meeting, Chief Financial Officer Kelli Shomaker proposed another 3% increase in tuition for the fall 2023 semester for Auburn, and a 4% increase for Auburn University at Montgomery.

Opelika Chamber of Commerce hosts Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Culture Editor | September 16

Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors came to downtown Opelika on their "Let's Go Somewhere" tour, joined by The National Parks.