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Wings, wings, wings at Auburn's inaugural Wing Fest

By Stephen Lanzi | Staff Writer | July 29

Auburn residents tried chicken wings from restaurants all across Auburn at the inaugural Wing Fest Saturday, July 28, from 2-7 p.m. at Greystone Mansion. A ticket to the event came with vouchers for six samples as well as live entertainment, games and bar service.

Congressional candidate Mallory Hagan travels the district to get to know voters

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 29

Democratic nominee for Alabama's 3rd Congressional District Mallory Hagan traveled Lee County Saturday to speak with voters and learn about what is important to them.

Big changes to downtown parking to come with upcoming vote

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 28

Big changes could be coming to downtown parking if the Auburn City Council does not pass an ordinance to edit the parking amendments to the Auburn City Code that take effect Aug. 20.

Habitat around the Heart fundraiser collects money for local chapter of Habitat for Humanity

By Samantha Strunk | Staff Writer | July 28

The Saugahatchee Country Club hosted the Auburn Opelika Habitat for Humanity's annual fundraising event, Habitat around the Heart, Thursday night. 

Deadly crash that claimed the life of 20-year-old Auburn student remains under investigation

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | July 27

The driver of the 18 wheeler was taken from the scene by police and questioned.

Lee County Special Olympics athletes bring home medals

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 27

The Olympic rings hung proudly above the picnic tables at Kiesel Park Thursday night as Auburn athletes and community members gathered to congratulate the Special Olympics athletes that competed in the USA National Games in Seattle earlier this month.

20-year-old Auburn student killed in I-85 pile up Wednesday

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 27

According to the Lee County Coroner, Cassidy Meadows, 20, was killed instantly when a tractor-trailer hauling a load of jet fuel struck her vehicle from behind, said Coroner Bill Harris.

Final C-Store location to close Thursday as part of dining changes

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 25

The convenience stores throughout campus, now called War Eagle Supply Co., will re-open as soon as renovations are complete. The goal is to have them ready before the first class day of classes in the fall.

Former Auburn students turned brewers featured at The Depot's first beer walkabout

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 25

Guests visited three stations throughout the restaurant. There were two breweries featured Monday that brought three beers each. The breweries each had a table with two beers with a small plate and a beer at the bar with a larger plate, Tomasello said. 

Auburn sophomore announces candidacy for Auburn mayor

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 24

Jordan Langdon, sophomore in communications, decided to run for mayor after current Auburn Mayor Bill Ham Jr. explained why he is not running again.

Cheers on the Corner floods downtown Auburn with people, beer

By Paul Brock | Staff Writer | July 21

The Downtown Merchants Association hosted their third annual Cheers on the Corner Friday night. It was sold out by 7 p.m. Friday while the event lasted until 10 p.m.

Local businesses given platform at Auburn Mall Summer Showcase

By Samantha Strunk | Staff Writer | July 20

Participating businesses were classified into one of seven categories: arts and entertainment, businesses and services, clubs and organizations, fitness, sports and recreation, food and restaurants, health or retail.

Delta partners with Auburn to give students quick path to becoming pilots

By Stephen Lanzi | Staff Writer | July 20

On Tuesday, Delta announced that Auburn University will be a part of the launch of the Delta Propel Pilot Career Path Program. 

Academy invites Boys and Girls Club for a day of back-to-school shopping

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 19

Children from the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lee County are more than prepared for the new school year thanks to Academy Sports and Outdoors.

Chick-Fil-A on Magnolia will re-open week of July 23

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 18

The fast food chain's Magnolia Avenue location announced on their Facebook page Friday that it will re-open the week of July 23.

How the 12 Auburn graduates competing in the primary runoff elections fared on Tuesday

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 18

Here are the the results of the Alabama Republican and Democratic primary runoff races with Auburn alumni.

Lane closures announced as construction begins on new parking deck

By Elizabeth Hurley | Summer Editor | July 16

Construction will soon begin on the 600-space, five-level South College Street Parking Deck.

Day in Clay introduces attendees to art of pottery

By Paul Brock | Staff Writer | July 14

“It’s just so cheap to take classes and be a member here, and so there was no way I could say no."