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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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

Auburn's Nick Fairley sack Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy causing a fumble late in the first half. (Todd Van Emst / Auburn Media Relations)

Iron Bowl halftime update

By Staff reports | November 26

After a slow offensive game in the first half, Auburn trails Alabama 24-7 at halftime.

(Dave Martin / AP Photo)

Burk's family: "Justice has been done."

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | November 19

After a four-day trial and six and a half hours of deliberation, a 12-member jury unanimously found Courtney Lockhart, 26, guilty of capital murder in connection with the death of 18-year-old Lauren Burk March 4, 2008.

(Vasha Hunt / Opelika-Auburn News)

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.

(Dave Martin / AP Photo)

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.

The Auburn Plainsman

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.