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Longtime school of forestry donor Martha Dixon passes away at the age of 102

By Staff Report | January 11

Martha and her husband, Solon Dixon, donated 80 acres of land and helped build the Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center.

Is the January gym crowd real?: Auburn gym owners and managers weigh in

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Writer | January 11

Gyms everywhere are supposedly packed to the brim at the start of the year. Regular gym-goers groan about the slew of new members resolving to chase their fitness goals down once and for all this year.

Gov. Kay Ivey: 'The state of the state is strong'

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | January 10

Gov. Kay Ivey, less than a year into her job as Alabama's 54th governor, declared the State of the State strong and the future bright.

Auburn man charged with rape of 13-year-old runaway

By Staff Report | January 9

Brian D. Askew is being held at the Lee County Jail on two felony charges of first-degree kidnapping and first-degree rape.

Auburn police arrest juvenile for breaking and entering, theft of property

By Staff Report | January 8

At around 6:30 p.m., the Auburn Police Division responded to a call reporting a car being broken into in the 300 block of Webster Road.

The cold weather's effects on the spring semester

By Bailey Fuhrmann | Campus Writer | January 7

“Baby, it’s cold outside.” That line is definitely accurate during this time of year. With every student agreeing that the weather is not as warm as it was a several months ago, the attitude towards the cold weather varies among our student body.

Effects of the American Health Care Act on Auburn's Med Clinic

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | January 7

Last year Congress passed the American Health Care Act of 2017 as a partial repeal to the Affordable Care Act. With changes in health care coverage, curiosity has resulted surrounding how this would affect the day-to-day functions of the University's Med Clinic.

2018 Diversity Best Practices Conference promotes diversity and inclusion

By Staff Report | January 5

The theme of the conference, “Accelerating Diversity in Dynamic Environments,” will provide professionals and students with new ways of promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives within their organizations.

VCOM President Dr. Dixie Tooke-Rawlins named 2018 American Osteopathic Foundation president

By Staff Report | January 5

The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) names Dixie Tooke-Rawlins, DO, as the organization’s Board President for 2018.

$1 million endowment for the College of Business will help student entrepreneurs

By Staff Report | January 5

1982 graduate of Auburn’s Raymond J. Harbert College of Business Benny M. LaRussa Jr. and his wife, Lynn, formed the LaRussa Catalyst Fund within the College of Business.

Auburn man charged with capital murder for Wednesday night shooting

By Staff Report | January 4

Dowdell was an acquaintance of Boler, and police said their investigation led them to identify Dowdell as a passenger in a vehicle that was seen fleeing the scene after Boler was shot.

Auburn falls to UCF 34-27 in 2018 Peach Bowl

By Sumner Martin | Sports Writer and Bennett Page | Sports Writer | January 3

The Auburn Tigers face the UCF Knights in the 2018 Peach Bowl.

Turnovers doom the Tigers in 34-27 Peach Bowl fall

By Sumner Martin | Sports Writer | January 3

Auburn turned the ball over three times Monday afternoon, and when you do that, it’s hard to beat any team, let alone an undefeated one.

Police investigate shooting death on North Gay Street

By Staff Report | January 3

The Auburn Police Division is investigating an apparent shooting death that occurred Wednesday night.

Council approves 'Brunch Bill' to go before state Legislature, parking meter price increase postponed

By Alex Hosey | Community Reporter | January 2

If approved by the state, the decision will come back to the City Council for a final vote before restaurants can begin selling alcohol earlier on Sundays.

Will Jarrett Stidham enter the NFL draft or stay at Auburn in 2018?

By Bennett Page | Sports Writer | January 1

Both players are facing a critical decision in the next two weeks, and each of their decisions will have a major impact on Auburn's football team in 2018. 

Women in Aviation promotes success for students of all genders in aviation

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | December 29

Aviation is a male-dominated field and Women in Aviation, the Auburn Chapter, is trying to increase awareness for women pilots. 

Tiger Dining continues to promote sustainability and local food

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | December 29

Glenn Loughridge, Auburn University’s director of Tiger Dining, has been involved in the launch of this brand and Auburn’s new initiatives toward local growth.