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Retired professor values state's past, present, future

By Blakeley Sisk / WRITER | February 3

Wayne Flynt, retired distinguished history professor at Auburn University, has held many titles--activist, scholar, public intellectual, author, minister, father and historian.

Birds found dead, officials do not suspect 'fowl' play

By Colton Campbell / WRITER | February 3

The more than 300 birds found dead in north Alabama near Athens and Scottsboro in January were not ill or poisoned, but were most likely struck by vehicles as they were feeding on roadways.

People of the Plains

By Rachel Hampton / WRITER | February 3

Fred Lord's Pickin' Parlor brings live music, lessons to Loachapoka

Opelika Council says no to store

By Alison McFerrin / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | February 3

The Opelika City Council closed the door permanently on a local grocery store at Tuesday's meeting.

EAMC switches to electronic records

By Rachel Hampton / WRITER | February 3

East Alabama Medical Center announced in January it anticipates to achieve "meaningful use" through implementing electronic health records (EHRs).

Line-up announced for 2011 Hangout Festival

By Staff reports | February 3

The Hangout Music Festival revealed an array of top musical artists that will headline its second annual music festival in Gulf Shores.

Council targets rickety buildings

By Jeremy Gerrard / WRITER | February 3

The number of dilapidated buildings clinging to life around Auburn has raised concern for some citizens.

Alabama campaign seeks to scale back obesity for fifth year

By Jordan Dale / WRITER | February 3

In 2010, the Scale Back Alabama campaign motivated 30,000 people to lose 146,451 pounds.

Meal plan lawsuit dismissed

By Derek Lacey / CAMPUS EDITOR | January 27

The class-action lawsuit against Auburn University and Chartwell's/Compass USA, the company that operates on-campus dining for the University, was dismissed by Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Robert Vance Dec. 29.

$2.5 million pedestrian safety lawsuit settled out of court

By Alison McFerrin / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | January 27

Walton Law Firm just closed what Trip Walton called "the biggest case in the history of Lee County," resulting in $2.5 million for his client.

Potential partnership announced during Opelika chamber breakfast

By William White / Opelika-Auburn News | January 27

Opelika Chamber of Commerce members and guests got to hear it first at breakfast Tuesday."I get to make a new announcement," said Freida Hill, chancellor of the Alabama Community College System.

City pedals forward with bicycling initiative

By Jeremy Gerrard / ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR | January 27

Whether it's for commuting, fitness or fun, the number of Auburn residents choosing to ride bikes has increased in recent years, along with the city's response.

Opelika considers red light cameras

By Elizabeth Fite / STAFF WRITER | January 27

The Opelika city administration is in the process of initiating a legislative act that would allow the installation of red light cameras at dangerous intersections.

I-85 exit 50 under construction

By Jillian Clair / News Editor | January 27

Starting Jan. 31, a section of Cox Road will be closed, and construction will begin on Auburn's third I-85 interchange.The new interchange will be exit 50 and should be completed by July 1, 2012.

Auburn's businesses in the off season

By Victoria Rodgers / WRITER | January 27

During the spring semester, football-oriented businesses must depend on other services and products to stay in business.

New Heisman on the plains

By Mackenzie Cogle / WRITER | January 27

Heisman's will replace Calypso's Sports Bar and Grill

People of the Plains

By Miranda Dollarhide / Intrigue Editor | January 27

Voice of the Bulldogs carries on despite physical struggle

Auburn native appointed as new municipal court judge

By Alexandria Smith / WRITER | January 27

People heading to court in Auburn for DUI or traffic violations will now come face-to-face with Judge James McLaughlin.