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Opelika Celebrates Year of Small Towns and Downtowns

By Lindsey Kaye Rodgers / Writer | July 20

Barbecue, historic buildings, a free concert by local artists and pony rides were just a few of the treats Opelika community members enjoyed Saturday during its all-day celebration.Celebrate Opelika, an event coordinated by the City of Opelika and Opelika Main Street, was part of The Great Alabama Homecoming.

Alabama Broadband Initiative

By Miles Murphy / Writer | July 20

The Alabama Department of Economic Affairs has been hard at work over the last few months pressing forward to assure that broadband Internet service is more available for those in need by starting its ConnectingALABAMA program."It's an effort to help increase access to broadband Internet service in areas without affordable options," said Mike Presley, ADECA spokesman.

Talladega County School System Named Leader in Reduced Energy Costs

By Katherine Haas / WRITER | July 17

The Talladega County School System recently became the first school system in Alabama to be named a national Energy Star Leader by reducing its energy costs by $2.3 million during the past four years.

Bentley Secures GOP Nomination

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | July 13

Robert Bentley has won the Republican nomination for governor, defeating Bradley Byrne in Tuesday's Republican runoff. With 100 percent of precincts reporting, Bentley has 260,843 votes (56 percent) to Byrne's 204,388 (44 percent).

Death of an Auburn Graduate

By Travis Herrmann / Writer | July 13

Auburn University lost one of its newest graduates over Fourth of July weekend on Lake Martin.Kevin Jang, a 23-year-old alumnus, dove into the water near the Dadeville area of Lake Martin and did not resurface, according to police.

RBC Bank Doesn't Want Students to be Without School Supplies

By Max Davis / Writer | July 13

Students will be heading back to school soon, and no child should enter the new school year without fresh school supplies.RBC Bank is doing its annual school supply drive to help children in need. The bank is partnering with Lee County on its endeavor.

Auburn Residents Give a Hoot about Owl Release

By Katherine Haas / WRITER | July 12

One, two, three! Who let the owls out?Spectators flocked to Kiesel Park yesterday where the Southeastern Raptor Center (SRC) released eight eastern screech owls and five barred owls back into the wild.

July 4th Weekend Proved to be a Safe Experience in Auburn

By Lauren Cavallaro / Writer | July 12

This past holiday weekend proved itself to be a safe one for the cities of Auburn and Opelika."Safety-wise it was a really good weekend," said Thomas Stofer, captain of the Auburn Police Department. "Nothing out of the ordinary reared its ugly head."

BP's Oil Gusher Impacts Alabama's Tourism Industry

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | July 10

Alabama's tourism industry, which thrives because of the panhandle's pristine white sand beaches, has been hard hit by the havoc wreaked along the Gulf Coast by crude gushing from BP's Deepwater Horizon wellhead.

The Oil Spill: Vessels of Opportunity

By Brian Woodham / Associate Copy Editor | July 10

BP's Deepwater Horizon oil spill has devastated the Gulf Coast's commercial and recreational fishing industries, closing wide swaths of water because of contamination, which has forced many boat captains and their crewmembers to turn to BP for employment.

Beware This Summer's Ice Storm

By Lauren Cavallaro / Writer | July 10

The rules are simple. The game is widely known. A revolution of the 2010 summer has begun. Just watch your back, or you might get iced.

Human Trafficking Becomes a Felony in Alabama

By Laura Maxwell / Editor-in-chief | July 8

Human trafficking is now a felony in Alabama since the state passed its first law addressing the issue June 25, and began being enforced July 1.

L Building Temporarily Closed

By Maxwell Newfield / News Editor | July 7

Auburn students and faculty looking to learn or loiter in the L Building are out of luck as the location has been locked because of a leak.

'State of Marriage in Alabama' Handbook Explores Decline in Marriage Rate

By Kendra Kelley / Writer | July 5

Today, more people in Alabama are dodging the altar and skipping the wedding vows to focus on other responsibilities.Auburn University at Montgomery's (AUM) Center for Demographic Research released the State of Marriage in Alabama Handbook on June 25.

Exposure to Oil Unhealthy for Children, Doctors Say

By Blake May | June 28

With the oil moving closer to the coast, the beach might not be as safe as some think.A Children's Hospital physician is now warning parents ofthe affects the oil spill can have on children at the beach.

Experts Turn to Alternative Methods of Cleaning Gulf

By Catilin Myles | June 28

As oil continues to leak into the Gulf of Mexico, industry insiders and outsiders alike are finding ways to help clean up the spill with unusual ideas and products. From granules that can soak up ten times their weight in oil to hair and fur trimmings, various methods are being used to clean up oil in the water and on land.

Earth Fare Offers Healthy Options for Auburn Residents

By Lauren Nix / Writer | June 26

A new health foods supermarket opened in Auburn Wednesday. Earth Fare, located on Opelika Road, strives to educate people about the importance of healthy eating and show them that it really can make a difference, said Jack Murphy, CEO of Earth Fare.

Auburn Police Seek Help Identifying a Suspect

By Laura Maxwell / Editor-in-chief | June 23

The Auburn Police Division is seeking help identifying a person in connection with two separate harassment charges filed last night, according to a news release. Both incidents took place in the vicinity of Cox Street and Genalda Avenue. Officers searched the area, but were unable to find a suspect.

Town Creek Park Opens Passport to Fitness Walk

By Miles Murphy / Writer | June 22

Auburn residents looking to test their physical fitness and brush up on their community's history are now in luck. A ribbon cutting was held Thursday evening at Town Creek Park to celebrate the opening of the Passport to Fitness Walk.

UPDATE: Faculty Member Struck by Student Driver

By Derek Lacey / CAMPUS EDITOR | June 17

An Auburn University faculty member was struck by an Auburn student Thursday while trying to cross West Magnolia Avenue at approximately 7:30 a.m.