Auburn’s Tanner Burns was selected 36th overall in the Competitive Balance Round A by the Cleveland Indians. Burns was previously drafted by the New York Yankees in the 37th round of the 2017 MLB Draft. Last year he struck out 101 batters in 79 2/3 innings. Burns struck out 210 batters in his career, a 2.86 ERA with 14 wins…
Pike Road High School’s principal has resigned. David Sikes confirmed to Alabama News Network that he submitted his resignation Wednesday. Sikes has been hired as the new Head of School at Fort Dale Academy in Greenville. He did not say what day he starts his new position. Categories: News, South Alabama Tags: David Sikes, fort dale academy, pike road high…
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, a Piper PA-32 crashed two miles southwest of Craig Field in Selma Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened about two miles southwest of Craig Field at around 4:40 p.m. Officials with the FAA are headed to the scene to begin their investigation. The National Transportation Safety Board will determine the probable cause of the accident….
Bowling Green State University Graduate transfer, Grant Loy has picked the Auburn Tigers. Loy Started seven games last season for the Falcons for 1,137 passing yards, 6 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Loy also rushed for 427 yards and 4 touchdowns. Loy will bring a veteran presence to a younger quarterback core led by Bo Nix. Categories: Auburn, Sports Tags: Auburn,…
Forget the tie and gift card (besides who wears a tie in isolation?). This Father’s Day, I’ve rounded up some gadget gift ideas for any dad who’s either spending more time at home or the outdoors. Isolation and working from home has opened a whole world of gift ideas for dads. Wireless earbuds make great gifts. You can always fall…
According to officials at the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, everyday they are seeing long lines of people applying for pistol license. Local gun stores also confirm that gun and ammunition sales have greatly increased. Officials attribute the rise in sales to civil unrest and fear. “It’s just a whole different world that that we’re living in right now and its…
The Wetumpka Police Department is currently investigating the Unlawful Breaking and Entering of a Vehicle that occurred on May 8. According to Investigators, the pictured suspect unlawfully entered a vehicle and stole several items including a firearm and credit cards in Wetumpka. The suspect then used the credit card at several businesses in Wetumpka, Central, Kellyton, and Alexander City. The…
NASCAR has banned the Confederate flag from all events and properties. NASCAR says the Confederate flag “runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, our competitors and our industry.” Former chairman Brian France in 2015 tried to ban the flying of Confederate flags at race tracks, a proposal too broad to enforce and…
Groups that advocate for civil rights and women’s rights have joined notable athletes in asking the NCAA to move the first and second rounds of the 2021 men’s basketball tournament out of Idaho after the state passed a law banning transgender women from competing in women’s sports. A letter sent and signed by a list of professional athletes including Megan…
A LEAD Academy board member confirms principal Ibrahim Lee is no longer with the school. He was hired in October. The decision to not renew his contract was made at a board meeting this week. Lee was the school’s second principal since opening its doors in August 2019. Adam Hopper is taking over as interim principal as the search for…
