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Auburn City Council discusses diverse agenda at second October meeting

By Daniel Locke | Community Editor | October 18

The Auburn City Council met to discuss a wide variety of business. The topics of conversation ranged from contracts and agreements for construction equipment to resolutions suggested by the planning commission.

Peppertree Steaks n’ Wine opens new Auburn location

By Ella Foster | Community Writer | October 17

Peppertree Steaks n' Wine has branched out from Montgomery to Auburn. The new location is located on Glenn Avenue.

Auburn University abuzz about saving bees

By Brychelle Brooks | Newsletter Editor | October 16

Auburn University’s department of entomology & plant pathology graduate students research bees and seek to bring awareness to Auburn's campus about the insects' importance.

White Cane Day raises awareness for those who are visually impaired across Alabama

By Charlie Harmon | Campus Writer | October 14

White Cane Day traveled to Auburn University for its 11th annual walk to raise awareness for those who are visually impaired in the Auburn community and across Alabama.

New STEM + Ag Sciences Complex highlights university growth

By Connor Copeland | Assistant Managing Editor | October 13

Just a few months before announcing the largest freshman class in university history, Auburn began construction on a combined STEM and agricultural sciences complex, set for completion in 2026.

2023-2024 Freshman Forum announced

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | October 12

The 2023-2024 Freshman Forum was officially announced on Sept. 21. Freshman Forum is a group of 54 first-year students at Auburn University appointed by members of Student Government Association.

Art student Collin Crowder reflects on his origami exhibit

By Brychelle Brooks | Newsletter Editor | October 6

Auburn University art student Collin Crowder impressed the masses with his intricate origami designs. His work was officially showcased in Biggin Hall on Oct. 2, 2023.

Auburn adaptive athlete headed to Powerchair Soccer World Cup

By Noah Griffith | Writer | October 6

Zach Dickey, an Auburn University graduate student and adaptive athlete, is representing Auburn in the U.S. Powerchair Soccer World Cup starting Oct. 14.

Federal courts order Alabama Redistricting Committee to redraw districts a second time

By Carrington Romanick | Community Writer | October 6

The state of Alabama has proposed a redistricting plan that has received some backlash from courts and civil rights groups. What are the specifics of the plan and why is it attracting opposition?

Well Red: opening a small business in Auburn, twice

By Carrington Romanick | Community Writer | October 6

Well Red, a beloved coffee shop located on Opelika Road, will be opening another location.

Opelika's annual National Night Out builds community among locals

By Ella Foster | Community Writer | October 5

Opelika's annual National Night Out had numerous positive effects on the community.

Two emergency alert tests to be conducted on Oct. 4

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | October 4

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, there will be two emergency alert tests occurring at 1:20 p.m. and 5 p.m.

AUTeach holds kickoff event for potential STEM teachers in COSAM

By Connor Copeland | Assistant Managing Editor | September 29

On Sept. 28, Auburn University's College of Education ad COSAM celebrated the launch of AUTeach, a collaborative program that allows STEM majors to gain a degree in teaching to help ease the shortage of STEM teachers in the southeast.

Miss Homecoming reflects on crowning, week following

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | September 27

On Sept. 16, Ellie Korotky was crowned as Auburn University's 2023-24 Miss Homecoming. Now, she is looking back on her first week in the position and expressing gratitude for those who have helped her along the way.

Beat Bama Food Drive celebrates 30 years on the Plains

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | September 27

Beat Bama Food Drive is celebrating 30 years of food drives on the Plains. The organization is looking forward to its drive, raising money and, of course, beating Bama.

Auburn Game Room building community among freshmen

By Brychelle Brooks | Newsletter Editor | September 25

Filled with 40 gaming computers, Xbox consoles and a lounge area, the Auburn University Game Room is a popular location for Auburn freshman and students alike to spend time outside of the classroom together.

Auburn University ranked top college in Alabama

By Brychelle Brooks | Newsletter Editor | September 25

U.S. News and World Report released their yearly college rankings on Sept. 18. Within Alabama, Auburn was ranked as the number one college, while among both private and public national colleges, the University was ranked in the top 100.

Auburn to host USA Cycling Marathon Mountain Bike National Championship

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | September 22

Auburn is set to hold the USA Cycling - Marathon Mountain Bike National Championship on Sept. 23, 2023. Here is a reminder to be extra cautious on the roads this weekend.

Gov. Ivey calls FFRF letter "misleading and misguided" in statement Friday morning

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | September 22

Gov. Kay Ivey released a statement this morning responding to two recent letters received in the state from the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF).

Auburn University recognizes fire safety month during September

By Brychelle Brooks | Newsletter Editor | September 22

Alvaro Llanos and Shawn Simons, survivors from the Seton Hall campus fire in January 2000, visited Auburn and spoke about the importance of fire safety.