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Auburn SGA President Dane Block speaks at a bill signing at the Alabama State Capitol on March 1, 2018.

‘It’s bittersweet’: SGA president reflects on year in the position

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | March 26

“It’s all about planting a seed that will grow a tree that you will not experience the shade from. But understanding that some student out there will – that’s the why.”

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Lee County. Severe weather possible until 9 p.m.

By Staff Report | March 25

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued until 7:30 p.m.

Tiger Transit, SPLC will provide easier access to voting stations for the 2020 election cycle

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | March 25

Auburn's chapter of SPLC and Transportations Services are pairing to provide students with additional ways to get to voting stations in the 2020 elections with Tiger Transit buses.

Student reports sexual assault at Auburn-affiliated apartment

By Staff Report | March 21

A student reported today that she was sexually assaulted by an acquaintance earlier this week at an apartment leased by an Auburn-affiliated entity. The survivor said that the assailant forcibly fondled her and attempted to rape her.

How to get a copy of The Plainsman's 2019 SEC Tournament commemorative edition

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 21

You can get a copy of The Plainsman's collectible basketball 2019 SEC Tournament Championship commemorative edition.

SGA, UPC will host watch party for men's basketball game on Thursday

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | March 20

SGA and UPC will host a screening of Auburn's NCAA Tournament game against New Mexico State on Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom.

University’s Center for Cyber and Homeland Security hosts Department of Homeland Security Secretary

By Drew Daws | Campus Writer | March 19

The University’s Center for Cyber and Homeland Security hosted Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen as she delivered her 2019 State of Homeland Security Address at George Washington University Monday.

Administrator has plan for new on-campus housing, hopes construction could start in next two years

By Megan Feringa | Campus Writer | March 18

“I will be the first to admit that housing wise, we are behind the eight ball,” Woodard said. “We should have done something 10 years ago. I wasn’t here, but everybody that was here tells me they tried, but it didn’t fit in with the plan at that time. Now it does.”

Portion of South College Street to be closed from March 11-16

By Staff Report | March 10

A portion of South College Street, from Donahue Drive to Woodfield Drive, will be closed from March 11-16 during Auburn University's spring break.

A car crashed right next to the president's motorcade

Video shows car crashing just yards from President Trump's motorcade

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 8

Police and secret service escorts are seen going by before squealing tires are heard and the SUV is seen crashing into the median.

'We love you all': Trump tours tornado damage, autographs Bibles for survivors

By Staff Report | March 8

She said Trump signed several hats and Bibles including one of a 12-year-old boy. Those gathered at the church cheered and applauded.

LIVE UPDATES: President Donald Trump tours Lee County tornado damage

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief , Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor and Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor | March 8

The president is expected to visit some of the hardest-hit areas in southern Lee County about 15 miles from Auburn.

Auburn Parking Services offering account credits for tornado relief donations

By Staff Report | March 7

There will be a $2.00 credit issued per item to student and faculty accounts. Up to $50 “can be credited towards your account,” according to parking services.

Poarch Band of Creek Indians ups donation for tornado victims' funerals to $184,000

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

When the tribe called back later this week to find out how much would be needed to cover the costs completely, they decided to up their donation to $184,000, Harris said.

This woman called her family to warn of an approaching tornado. It might have saved their lives.

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

Kiara Slater said she knew she needed to call her mom when she saw the tornado warning on television.

GoodwillSR donates $15,000 to families affected by tornadoes

By Staff Report | March 7

Goodwill of the Southern Rivers announced it will donate $15,000 to those affected by the March 3 tornadoes that devastated Lee County.

Auburn City Council votes on new member for Board of Education

By Cory Blackmon | Community Reporter | March 7

After 21 applications and an extensive interview process, Florence Holland and Kathy Powell were nominated for the vacant spot.

Latest: Instances of looting reported, sheriff says

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

"If anyone out there is watching these newscasts, if they have any inkling about coming to Lee County, coming to Smiths Station, coming to Beauregard and have evil intent, then be forewarned: They will go to jail," the sheriff said.

GALLERY: Alabama Senator Doug Jones tours tornado damage

'We are Beauregard Strong': Sen. Doug Jones tours tornado damage

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

"You cannot fully appreciate what has happened here," Jones said. The devastation "will absolutely take your breath away."

'Rent,' The Beach Boys, Postmodern Jukebox, Wynton Marsalis among Gogue Center inaugural performances

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 6

Broadway shows and musical artists ranging from "Rent" and "Waitress" to Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, The Beach Boys and soprano Reneé Fleming will appear on stage at the new Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center during its inaugural season starting in fall 2019.