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Auburn History: How one student went from fan to football player

Grace Reynolds | September 8

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV) - Longtime Auburn fans are sure to know about the traditions like the war eagle fly before the game and the  Today marks the 27th anniversary of one of the most iconic announcements in Auburn Football history: "Will Otis Mounds please report to the Auburn locker room?” Otis Mounds started the game day against Cal State Fullerton, not in the locker room or warming up with his teammates, but in the stands of Jordan-Hare Stadium.

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APD searching for police impersonator

EETV Web Team | September 8

Auburn Police are investigating after responding to a call from a 21-year-old female reporting that she was stopped by an individual impersonating a police officer.

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Sara P's Fast 5: 5 Keys to Defeating Clemson

Sara Palczewski | September 8

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Week 1 of college football has come and gone, which means it's time to move onto tougher match-ups in Week 2. No. 13 Auburn will face their first big road test of the season, traveling to No. 3 Clemson.  This match-up is going to be a measuring stick for where Auburn is.  As Saturday night kickoff approaches, here are my 5 keys to an Auburn victory: 1) Filter Out the Noise Clemson is well known for having a loud and proud fan base that rocks Memorial Stadium, aka Death Vally.

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Lifestyle

Opelika Ice cream shop opening its doors to evacuees

EETV Web Team | September 8

Opelika, Ala. (EETV) - As Hurricane Irma bares down on the state of Florida, the smallest evacuees in our area are finding comfort in an unusual place. O-Town ice cream in Opelika took to twitter inviting visiting families to come by their store to give their children a free Ice cream. One woman headed to Opelika responded to the tweet with an unusual request, a sweet treat for her fur babies. The store has seen a huge response since the tweet was posted, many thanking them for their kindness.

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Soccer moves game to Sunday due to Hurricane Irma

September 8

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Soccer has moved their game against Alabama State once again due to Hurricane Irma. The game, scheduled for Monday, Sept.

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Auburn professor: Devastation of Harvey, arrival of Irma reinforce need for collaboration between agencies and industry

September 7

AUBURN, Ala. – As Florida braces for a potential weekend arrival by Hurricane Irma, local, state and federal officials are wrestling with the same questions and concerns as their counterparts in Texas did before Hurricane Harvey. How should volunteers be utilized?

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Auburn University issues safety advisory ahead of Irma

EETV Web Team | September 7

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - As Hurricane Irma sets its eye on the Southeast, Auburn University is preparing for any situation that may impact the campus.

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Auburn hotels reach capacity as evacuees flee Irma

Grace Reynolds | September 7

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - As Hurricane continues to barrel towards the Florida coast, Hotels around the area are beginning to fill up. According to John Wild, President of the Auburn Opelika Tourism Bureau, our area has reached capacity for hotel availability. "Reservations & Cancellations change often as does the storm path." says WIld, "We have taken lots of calls but it seems we are at capacity." Evacuees fleeing from the storms typically find shelter farther south but previously scheduled events have pushed people further north.  "Dothan had a large tennis tournament and is full so they sent people to us.

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A Hurricane of Hope

Katherine Neil | September 7

Auburn, Ala. (EETV)-  The 3,100 miles traveled by Hurricane Harvey and its remnant is quickly being followed by Hurricane Irma which is projected to cause equal damage in The United States.

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Basketball to hold Pro Day Oct. 11

Sara Palczewski | September 7

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Auburn men's basketball will have their first Pro Day on Oct. 11 at the Auburn Arena. The Pro Day will host NBA general managers, front office personnel, and scouts. Auburn is ranked 24th nationally in ESPN's BPI ratings and will return many team leaders who led the Tigers to 18-14 last season. Last season, the Tigers top scorers were all freshmen: Mustapha Heron, Jared Harper, Danjel Purifoy, and Austin Wiley, all of whom are returning for the 2017-2018 season. The Tiger's will host the Pro Day a month before they tip off their 2017-2018 season on Nov.

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Kay Ivey announces run for Alabama Governor

Brandon Etheredge | September 7

Montgomery, Alabama (EETV) - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has officially announced that she will run to keep her position.  Ivey, who ascended to the governor's office following the  resignation of Robert Bently , has made it her mission to "Steady the ship of State" in Alabama. Ivey has had her fair share of historic political moments, this one is no different.

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UPDATE: Hibachi Food Truck to reopen Today

Brandon Etheredge | September 7

Auburn, Ala.

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On-campus organization offers meals to students

Grace Reynolds | September 7

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV) - Any Auburn student can now get up to four free microwavable meals meals on Fridays, thanks to The Campus Kitchen. The Campus Kitchen is a student-run organization that collects left over campus dining food and repackages it into microwavable meals.

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Lifestyle

Auburn ranked among the best Small Towns by Southern Living

Brandon Etheredge | September 7

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Auburn has been ranked as one of The South’s Best Small Towns 2017 by Southern Living. Two Alabama cities Auburn (7) and Florence (10) made the list, which was determined by a survey of more than 22,000 Southern Living readers.  Towns selected span across the south and share traits such as “a thriving downtown with locally owned restaurants, shops, and galleries; a touch of the artsy; loads of character; friendly locals; and, of course, a beautiful location." The list highlighted Auburn’s tree-shaded streets and old storefronts as elements that lend to its quality.

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Notasulga man arrested on Burglary, Theft, charges

EETV Web Team | September 6

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - On September 5, 2017, Auburn Police arrested Dejarius D. Hightower, 28, from Notasulga, Alabama on warrants charging him with; two counts of Burglary 3rd degree, Theft of Property 4th degree, Criminal Mischief 1st degree, Criminal Mischief 2nd degree, and two counts of Criminal Mischief 3rd degree. The arrest stems from an investigation into separate business burglaries on West Tech Lane and Teague Court on December 26th & 27th, 2016.

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Popular food truck shut down

September 6

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV) - The Hibachi food truck on campus has been asked to close, according to Tiger Dining.  Check back for more updates as to why the truck closed.

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Basketball announces walk-on tryouts

Sara Palczewski | September 6

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Coach Bruce Pearl announced Auburn men's basketball will hold a walk-on tryout on Thursday, Sept.

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City Council says street vendor sales are out, campus alcohol sales are in

Charlsie Nacrelli | September 6

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Toilet paper will no longer be seen on the sidewalks of downtown Auburn after Tuesday’s City Council meeting.

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Soccer reschedules game against Alabama State

Sara Palczewski | September 6

Auburn, Ala. (EETV) - Auburn soccer moves their game against Alabama State to Monday, Sept. 11. The game was originally scheduled for Sept.17 but has been moved due to a scheduling conflict. This will be the first meeting between Auburn and Alabama State.  The game will kickoff at 6 p.m.

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Labor Day traffic deaths down compared to previous years

September 5

Montgomery, Ala. (EETV) - Over Labor Day weekend, Alabama saw a 40 percent decrease in traffic related deaths from 2016. "Between 12:01 a.m.