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Tigers pull out 22-19 National Championship victory

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | January 11

Snap, place, hold, kick.It's a simple sequence practiced thousands of times between a longsnapper, place holder and kicker.

Monday classes, BCS viewing events cancelled

| January 8

Because of expected hazardous weather conditions Sunday night through Monday, Auburn University will be closed Monday, Jan. 10.

Auburn coach Gene Chizik talks to his team after practice Thursday.(Todd Van Emst / Auburn Media Relations)

BCS practice update: Day four

By Brian Woodham / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | January 7

The top-ranked Auburn Tigers practiced for two hours Thursday afternoon in shoulder pads and shorts at Scottsdale Community College in preparation for Monday night's BCS National Championship game against the second-ranked Oregon Ducks.

The Heisman finalists walk to the theatre. (Todd Van Emst / Auburn Media Relations)

Newton brings Heisman back to the Plains

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | December 11

Junior quarterback Cam Newton became Auburn's third Heisman Trophy winner Saturday night.

Classes to begin on schedule, despite championship appearance

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | December 7

Although the Auburn Tigers will travel to Glendale, Ariz. to play in the BCS National Championship Jan. 10, classes will still begin as scheduled that day.

The Auburn football team watches the BCS show Sunday night in Auburn, Ala. (Todd Van Emst / Auburn Media Relations)

Tigers are Glendale bound

By Nick Van Der Linden / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | December 6

The Auburn Tigers will get a chance to cap off it's second perfect season in the last six years Jan. 10 in Glendale, Ariz., as they face the Oregon Ducks in the BCS National Championship Game.

Auburn rolls over South Carolina in a 56-17 offensive victory

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | December 4

Holding the South Carolina offense to only a field goal in the second half, Auburn won its second SEC Championship game 56-17.

Auburn's Cam Newton scores in the first half of the SEC Championship Game. (Todd Van Emst / Auburn Media Relations)

Auburn leads South Carolina at halftime

By Nick Van Der Linden / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | December 4

Auburn finds itself in a position it hasn't been in too often this season, going into halftime with a 28-14 lead.

SEC Championship causes delay of parade

By Mary Gillman / WRITER | December 2

Over the river and through the woods, through downtown Auburn we go.

Auburn cans Bama in food drive

By Eric Austin / CAMPUS EDITOR | December 2

While the revelry of the dismantling comeback against the University of Alabama in the Iron Bowl last week is still soaking in, the University has another reason to showcase its supremacy over its rival.

A flying pig and a snowman adorn the brightly-lit apartment 26 at University Corner. (Emily Adams / Photo Editor)

Apartment complex raises Christmas cheer standard

By Emily Adams / Photo Editor | December 2

'Tis the season for decorations, and one apartment complex is serious about lighting up.University Corner, near West Glenn Avenue, is shining bright, with Christmas lights on nearly every apartment.

Police strive to prevent thefts during winter break

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | December 2

It's that time of year again--time for cold weather, Christmas trees, shopping and, of course, break-ins while students are away.Preventing burglaries is a joint effort between citizens and the Auburn Police Department, said Capt. Tom Stofer of the Auburn Police Department.

Christmas spirit rolls into the railroad town of Opelika

By Darcie Dyer / WRITER | December 2

Christmas tradition in Opelika is going strong as the town prepares to celebrate its 16th annual Christmas in a Railroad Town.The event will transform the streets of downtown Opelika into a Christmas wonderland Dec. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Despite efforts, pedestrian, traffic safety still a concern

By Daniel Chesser / NEWS EDITOR | December 2

With the recent death of Dean Marie Wooten, pedestrian safety remains a concern.Since several pedestrians have been struck on campus in the past year, the need for awareness has gone up despite measures taken by the city and University to improve safety.

Auburn researches new method of oyster farming

By Katie Brown / WRITER | December 2

Auburn and LSU have put their athletic rivalry aside to team up on the coasts of Alabama and Louisiana to create a new technique in oyster farming.

Lifelong Auburn resident Johnny Richmond, also known as Mr. Penny, does 25 push-ups every time Auburn scores. (Contributed)

Mr. Penny shares love, push-ups, inspiration with Auburn

By Emily Adams / Photo Editor | December 2

Mr. Penny shares love, push-ups, inspiration with Auburn

Newton deemed eligible by NCAA for SEC Championship

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | December 1

After weeks of speculation over quarterback Cam Newton's eligibility, the NCAA released a statement Wednesday deeming Newton immediately eligible to play.

Chizik talks SEC, team relationships at weekly press conference

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | November 30

Auburn head coach Gene Chizik addressed the media Tuesday morning about the SEC Championship game Saturday.

Chizik, Spurrier discuss showdown at the Georgia Dome

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | November 28

After an historic 28-27 come-from-behind victory against Alabama Friday in the Iron Bowl, Auburn sits at the No. 1 spot in BCS rankings.Auburn jumps Oregon, the previous No. 1, who beat No. 21 Arizona 48-28 Friday. Auburn leads Oregon in BCS rankings by 0.0002 point, .9779-.9777.

Tigers rally to win 75th Iron Bowl

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | November 26

Auburn remained undefeated and snapped a 20-game Alabama win streak at Bryant-Denny Stadium with a 28-27 win in the 75th edition of the Iron Bowl.