Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor

Estela Munoz | Assistant Photo Editor

Lifestyle

Page Pairings: Sharing sips and stories at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | July 18

On the evening of July 17, Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers welcomed book lovers and wine connoisseurs alike to its July Page Pairings, a monthly, ticketed event where guests can enjoy a selection of six different wines that each correspond to a selected novel. This month’s event featured special appearances from authors Daco Auffenorde and Lori Roy.

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Auburn-Opelika ICE raids lead to arrests of fugitives and detainment of immigrants

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | July 15

Immigration raids occurred at local Auburn-Opelika Mexican restaurants on Tuesday, July 15, following an on-going, joint investigation by federal, state and local agencies; more than 40 immigrants allegedly living in the U.S. illegally were detained. Authorities executed search warrants in relation to a federal indictment of fraud and abuse of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans for 52-year-old Cesar Campos-Reyes, who is now in FBI custody.

Estela Munoz | Assistant Photo Editor

Campus

Eli Manning helps set world record at Toomer's Corner

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor and Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | July 8

On July 8, the Auburn Family joined Eli Manning, retired NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP, on his show Eli's Places in the rolling of Toomer’s Corner with over 3,000 rolls of toilet paper, officially setting a new Guinness World Record. Manning is the host for Eli’s Places, an ESPN+ series that celebrates college football by highlighting college football history and traditions. Auburn’s iconic tradition of rolling Toomer’s Corner after a sports victory is the next college tradition to be featured.

Kara Beth Carr | Photo Editor

Community

PLAINSMAN'S CHOICE | Best places to unwind in Auburn

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant News Editor and Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | July 7

The Auburn community provides its students with many choices when it comes to where they spend their free time. These leisurely activities include attending local events, working out, or going on a first date. However, some locations and businesses are uniquely special due to their above and beyond services and welcoming environments. Plainsman’s Choice: Leisure will showcase the winners of these student-voted categories.

Tucker Massey | Content Editor

Campus

Auburn University Regional Airport received bomb threat, no AU Alert issued

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | June 14

The Auburn University Regional Airport received a bomb threat on June 11, 2025, at 1:32 p.m. After determining the threat was not credible, the Auburn Police Department administratively closed the case, and the Auburn University Department of Campus Safety and Security chose to not issue an AU Alert.

Estela Munoz | Assistant Photo Editor

Lifestyle

Cicis Pizza is serving up fresh slices under new leadership in Auburn

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | June 4

Cicis Pizza is bringing back a revitalized and affordable guest experience to the area with improved leadership and a return to high-quality standards. Jason Bench, the new owner of Cicis Pizza in Auburn, runs the store with an energized, servant-leadership style, which is bolstered by his more than two decades of experience with the company.

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Lifestyle

Garden in the Park returns to Opelika for a day of art, food and fun

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 28

Garden in the Park, an art festival hosted annually by Keep Opelika Beautiful, will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Municipal Park in Opelika. The event focuses on promoting homemade goods, featuring over 30 homegrown art and food vendors, family-friendly activities and musical entertainment.

Luca Flores | Photo Editor

Campus

Auburn's Take Back the Night Walk advocates for all victims of sexual violence

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 24

On Wednesday, April 23, Auburn University's Generation Action hosted the city’s inaugural Take Back the Night Walk, a long-standing, national movement against sexual and domestic violence. With around 40 protestors, the march began at Toomer’s Corner and ended at the Campus Green, where participants recited poems and survivor stories and received community resources for all victims of violence.

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Lifestyle

Auburn CityFest set to welcome families for its 25th year on April 26

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 21

Auburn Parks and Recreation will host the 25th annual Auburn CityFest on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kiesel Park. This free, outdoor, family-friendly event will feature headlining act Circus Incredible and a selection of live music, local food retailers and over 100 arts and crafts vendors.

Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer

Campus

Auburn University student political organizations host Great Debate

By Ali Carriere | News Writer and Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 11

On Thursday, April 10 at 6 p.m. in the Haley Center, student representatives from Auburn College Republicans, College Democrats at Auburn University and the Mises Society participated in the annual Great Debate. The discussion centered around current hot topics like the emergence of the Department of Government Efficiency, the United States' role in global affairs and immigration policies.