Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor

News

EDITORIAL | The Auburn Plainsman celebrates 130 years of publication

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief and Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | October 16

On Monday, Oct. 16, a special anniversary edition will hit the racks. The purpose of this print edition is not only to celebrate a milestone, it is to honor the legacy of delivering dependable, local news to both our campus and community -- a legacy that has been handed down to us through the years.

Tucker Massey | Content Editor

Community

Two emergency alert tests to be conducted on Oct. 4

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | October 4

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

Cameron Brasher | Staff Photographer

Community

Auburn to host USA Cycling Marathon Mountain Bike National Championship

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | 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.

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Campus

Update: suspect from weekend assault arrested Sept. 12

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief and Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | September 11

Auburn Police Department has arrested 22-year-old D'Andre Frederick in connection with the assault that occurred in the 700 block of West Magnolia Drive. Frederick is held on a $25,000 bond.

Joshua Fisher | Photographer

News

Will Auburn love win out on the Bachelorette this season?

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | July 2

The 20th season of the Bachelorette features two Auburn alumni. Will Auburn tradition win out, or will Kaleb Kim be sent home in the next episode?

Candela Bajo | Graphics Designer

Campus

Auburn Campus and Security issue warning about suspicious activity at Melton Student Center

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | June 12

AU Campus and Security issued a warning about suspicious activity near the Melton Student Center, but after one hour and three minutes, issued an "all clear."

Contributed by Shaeleigh Gore

Campus

Beat Bama Food Drive looks ahead after success in SEC Food Fight

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | April 27

In the fight to end food insecurity, Beat Bama Food Drive hosted a two-week-long food drive competing against other SEC schools from March 31 to April 13.

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News

Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers offers the perfect pairing

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | March 14

Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers offers Page Pairings: an event to try new wines and find a new book.

via AU Office of Communications and Marketing

News

University announces new dean for COSAM

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | March 1

Edward Thomas Jr. was appointed the new dean of the Auburn University College of Science and Mathematics, after serving as the interim dean of physics.

Candela Bajo | Graphics Designer

Campus

Auburn Campus Safety and Security issues two campus advisories

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Managing Editor | February 23

Two campus advisories were sent to students on Feb. 23, issuing a warning about a mysterious package that was determined not to be a threat, then an alert following that the city of Auburn is experiencing 911 equipment failure.