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Top 5 Miss Homecoming candidates announced

AUBURN, ALA. (EETV) - The top five Miss Homecoming candidates were announced Wednesday night. Cater Lawn was filled with hundreds of supportive friends as the top five candidates for Miss Homecoming was read aloud by the Elections Board.The girls made their way through the crowd toward the top of the stairs and were met with a contagious wave of cheering and clapping from their respective nominating organizations. As we draw nearer to naming Miss Homecoming, the number of girls has been narrowed considerably each callout: The 43 girls who submitted platforms was trimmed to 20 on Tuesday evening with the top five following tonight. A breath of relief combined with overwhelming joy was evident for Camille Smith who said “this whole experience... I can only say it has been surreal” after being nominated by her sorority, Alpha Delta Pi. For Nicole Finley, this entire experience is beyond a pleasant surprise.

BREAKING: Auburn Softball coach Clint Myers retiring

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Critical Conversations’ speaker series to examine intellectual diversity and the free exchange of ideas

Auburn, Ala.(EETV) – Beginning fall 2017, Auburn University will welcome distinguished scholars, journalists and thought leaders to campus as part of the “Critical Conversations” lecture series–a forum to explore and discuss a full range of viewpoints and ideologies on topics such as inclusion, intellectual diversity and free speech in higher education. Cornel West and Robert George, internationally recognized Ivy League professors, will be on campus Sept.

Auburn man arrested for breaking into cars near campus

Auburn, Ala. (EETV)On August 22, 2017, Auburn Police arrested William David McConnell, age 38 from Auburn on warrants charging him with Breaking & Entering of a Motor Vehicle, Theft of Property 4th Degree, Possession of Marijuana 2nd Degree & Receiving Stolen Property 4th Degree. The arrest stems from an investigation into a report of a theft from a parked vehicle in the 100 block of Gay Street that occurred on August 18th. According to the victim, someone entered their 2012 Audi A4, and stole an electronic device.

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Opelika man runs to shopping plaza after being shot

Opelika, Ala. (EETV) - One man was taken to the hospital by helicopter Tuesday night after being shot in the back. The shooting took place in the 3400 block of Arnold Avenue First responders found the man in the parking lot of Saugahatchee Square after he ran nearly a mile from the shooting scene. The victim told police, "he was outside when he heard several gunshots and felt himself get shot" The victim was taken to Midtown Medical Center in Columbus, he was in stable condition when he was flown from the scene. This assault is under investigation by the Opelika Police Department.

First round of callouts narrows the field for Miss Homecoming 2017

AUBURN, ALA. (EETV) - Callouts for the top 20 Miss Homecoming candidates were revealed tonight on the back steps of Cater Lawn.

Governor Ivey Releases Statement on Air Force Selection of ICBM Project

Montgomery, Ala. (EETV) – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday released the following statement regarding the U.S.

Lane closures planned for Bragg Avenue

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Lane closures are expected at the intersection of North Donahue Drive and Bragg Avenue during the week of Aug.

Missing Auburn teens return home

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Two Auburn teens missing since August 6th have returned home. Auburn Police were notified that Carolina and Charles Harrelson have returned to their residence in the 700 block of Hunter Court.  Officers confirmed the teens are safe and in good health.  They had previously left the home out of concern for an upcoming custody hearing and were apparently staying with a family friend.  Those circumstances are being investigated by Auburn Police.

Message from Auburn President Dr. Steven Leath

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Auburn University President Dr. Steven Leath released the following statement welcoming students back to campus: "War Eagle!

PICTURES: Inside the new Mell Street Classroom Building

Conquering the Haley Center labyrinth

As the tallest building in Lee County, the Haley Center is easy to spot in the middle of campus. The inside, however, can be extremely difficult to navigate.

University celebrates 125 years of Auburn Women

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - In 1891 the landscape of Lee County was, as you might imagine, very different from the lovely village we know today.

5 tips to ensuring a ticket free first day of classes

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Where to study like a pro

Quiet study spaces on campus can be hard to come by, if you don’t know where to look. We’ve found the best nooks of campus to get that extra bit of work done. Student Center: The first floor of the student center has new furniture this year, including a lot more individual seating.

White supremacist student to claim Auburn as home

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City council approves 300% increase to parking fees downtown

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Beginning January 10th, parking in downtown will increase from $0.25 an hour to $1.00 an hour.

Auburn Police searching suspect in car break-ins

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Auburn Police are searching for one man in connection to auto break-ins over the weekend The Auburn Police Division received reports on August 12th and 13th of someone unlawfully forcing entry into several motor vehicles parked at local businesses.

Governor Ivey creates Governor’s Office of Volunteer Services

Montgomery, Ala. (EETV) - Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that she has signed Executive Order 709 establishing the Governor’s Office of Volunteer Services.