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Courtney Lockhart trial: jury unanimously recommends life without parole

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | November 18

After one hour of deliberation, a 12-member jury unanimously recommended life in prison without the possibility of parole for Courtney Lockhart in connection with the March 4, 2008 death of Auburn University freshman Lauren Burk.

Courtney Lockhart trial: verdict

By Staff reports | November 18

Courtney Lockhart was found guilty of capital murder Thursdayafternoon for the 2008 kidnapping and shooting of Auburn University freshman Lauren Burk.

Defendant Courtney Lockhart listens during opening statements Nov. 12, 2010 in his capital murder trial in the Opelika courtroom. (Dave Martin / AP PHOTO)

Lockhart trial underway

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | November 18

The emotional trial of Courtney Lockhart, the Smiths Station resident accused of the March 4, 2008 murder of Lauren Burk, began Nov. 12.

Mobile clinic aims for top prize

By Rachel Shirey / WRITER | November 18

An industrial design student has submitted a health initiative proposal to the Pepsi Refresh Project with hopes of winning $50,000 to bring free health screenings to rural populations.

Chick-fil-A first in sales by volume

By Chelsea Harvey / STAFF WRITER | November 18

If you have ever waited 20 minutes in line for a chicken sandwich in the Student Center, you may have an idea of how popular the University's Chick-fil-A is.

(Left to right) Steven Howard, servicemember, Rep. Mike Hubbard, Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller and Gov. Bob Riley unveil a bridge sign in honor of Vietnam War veteran Col. Robert Howard. (Jeremy Gerrard / Writer)

Highly decorated Vietnam War veteran honored

By Jeremy Gerrard / WRITER | November 18

On three separate occasions, Col. Robert Howard of Opelika was nominated for his displays of valor and was finally awarded the Medal of Honor on March 2, 1971, by former President Richard Nixon.

John Mullins, owner of Collector's Corner comic book store on E Glenn Avenue, stands in front of posters of his heroes. (Emily Clever / Copy Editor)

People of the plains

By Emily Clever / COPY EDITOR | November 18

Comic book store owner shares his childhood inspiration

The Gnu's Room on Gay Street is hosting a block party with barista competitions and muscial performances from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. (Maria Iampierto / Associate Photo Editor)

Southside Block Party to help local businesses

By Courtney Smith / WRITER | November 18

Gnu's Room will host its Southside Block Party, located on South Gay Street, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m."We will have some really great entertainment," said Tina Tatum, owner of Gnu's Room. "And it's free, so you can't beat that."

Fifth-grade students from Cary Woods Elementary play on the Nature Playground at the Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve Nov. 9. The playground is designed to provide fun, naturalistic play spaces with logs, tunnels, trees and unique structures, such as a tree house and an "eagle's nest" for kids to explore. (Elaine Busby / Assistant PHOTO EDITOR)

Volunteers come together to build nature playground

By Sara Weeks / WRITER | November 18

New adventures wait to be discovered at the Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve and Nature Center.The new nature playground, which officially opened Nov. 9, offers Auburn residents a new place to enjoy all that the outdoors has to offer.

Board of Trustees meeting approves building designs

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | November 18

A maintenance project to repair the exterior of the Lowder Business Building is expected to begin within four to six months, according to Dan King, assistant vice president for facilities, who briefed the Board of Trustees during a meeting Friday.

Comprehensive Plan maps future of Auburn

By Abby Townson / WRITER | November 18

he city of Auburn will present its new Comprehensive Plan 2030 to the City Council in a public hearing in April.Until then, citizens can learn more about the plan and participate by giving their input at public meetings.

Courtney Lockhart Trial Day 3: State presents DNA evidence, video of Lockhart's confession

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | November 16

In the third day of the Courtney Lockhart trial, the state discussed Lockhart's written and oral confession of the murder of Lauren Burk March 4, 2008.

City Council meeting sparks lack of procedure debate

By Chelsea Harvey / STAFF WRITER | November 16

Tuesday's City Council meeting raised a few questions about the fairness of the city's procedure for appointing new officials.

Courtney Lockhart trial: further evidence revealed through Phenix City police testimony

By Staff reports | November 15

During the second day of the Courtney Lockhart trial, the state continued to call witnesses concerning Lauren Burk's death in 2008.

No arrests made in Toomer's Corner fire

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | November 15

Rumors of arson have been circulating about the post-game fire at Toomer's Corner, but according to Capt. Tom Stofer of the Auburn police department, no arrests have been made because of a lack of evidence.

Tigers clinch SEC west after defeating Georgia

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | November 13

With a shot at the SEC championship game on the line, the second-ranked Auburn Tigers delivered, defeating the Georgia Bulldogs 49-31 in a packed Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Courtney Lockhart trial: Day One

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | November 12

The Courtney Lockhart trial began Friday with opening statements and testimonies from the state's witnesses.

Keeping WEGL weird

By Eric Austin / CAMPUS EDITOR | November 11

Station manager's push for change faces scrutiny

Auburn mourns death of beloved dean

By Jillian Clair / ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR | November 11

Professionalism, intelligence, passion and personality--these were qualities College of Sciences and Mathematics Dean Marie Wooten embodied.

Erica Meissner and Krissy Voss stand in front of Samford Hall. Both are finalists for a Rhodes Scholarship. (Emily Adams / Photo Editor)

Potential Rhodes scholars compete

By Liz Conn / ASSISTANT COPY EDITOR | November 11

Though Erica Meissner and Krissy Voss will soon have Auburn in their rearview mirrors, the "Rhode" ahead is bright.As finalists for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, the two students will interview with district committees Nov. 19-20.