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Wiregrass feeling the effects of the Global Outage
WIREGRASS, Ala. (WDHN)—A mass cyber outage has impacted almost all aspects of life globally, even here in the Wiregrass. A significant technology outage impacted the entire globe in the early hours of Friday morning. According to reports–a faulty software update from the Texas-based cybersecurity company ‘Crowdstrike’ impacted all computers...
Former Alabama running back retires from the NFL
Former Alabama running back Kenyan Drake announced his retirement from the NFL after eight seasons on Friday afternoon. “Hard to believe eight seasons have come and gone,” Drake wrote on his Instagram account. “I’ve loved the journey -- the wins, the moments big and small, the comradery, the energy, all of it. I can’t say I loved everything (if you’ve ever done training camp in Miami you can relate, lol), but certainly appreciate the lows and the grind, and know those moments grew me as a football player and more importantly as a person. Ready to enjoy a little retirement and see where the next chapter takes me. Thanks to everyone that was along for the ride with me -- wouldn’t change a thing.”
Global computer failures disrupt Southeast Health Center access to medical records, all working now
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The Crowdstrike global failures continue to affect nearly all industries worldwide; Southeast Health reported on Friday morning that their medical records and other computer systems were stuck- constantly rebooting. At midnight on Friday, electronic health records became inaccessible, though the outage ceased after four hours.
4-H organizes lesson in paints, plants
On Tuesday, Crenshaw County’s 4-H brought children together to learn about nature and the world around them through art. Alongside Charlotte Petre, 4-H Youth Development Coordinator, children learned more about watercolor, exposure paper and the different species of plants around Crenshaw County. “They need to learn about what is around them, how it impacts their […] The post 4-H organizes lesson in paints, plants appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Exclusive: Essang Bassey holds inaugural Youth Football Camp
COLUMBUS (WRBL) – Essang Bassey is now a Cornerback for the Los Angeles Chargers, but it was not long ago that Bassey was suiting up on Friday nights at Kinnett Stadium for the Columbus High Blue Devils. Bassey returned to Kinnett Stadium on Saturday, as he hosted his first Youth Football camp since he has […]
Rain clearing tonight; unsettled pattern continues
COLUMBUS, Ga (WRBL)- Yet another day of strong storms, but the rain has cleared out for many of us this evening. We can’t rule out a few sporadic showers in the overnight, but the majority of us will remain dry. Showers and storms will begin to build quickly after...
Auburn, Jax State reach deal to play in 2026
Auburn football has added a challenging game to its 2026 slate. The Anniston Star reported Friday that Auburn will host in-state foe Jax State for a non-SEC game as part of its 2026 slate. Auburn Undercover confirmed that the date for the game is scheduled for Sept. 26 of that season.
Man, 67, wounded after apparent lightning strike in Smiths Station
SMITHS STATION, Ala. (WTVM) - An apparent lightning strike left one person injured Saturday afternoon in Smiths Station. According to Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones, first responders were called to the incident at the Lee County Flea Market, located off Lee Road 379, around 1 p.m. The victim, a 67-year-old...
Free backpacks being given away at select Verizon stores
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Free backpacks will soon be handed out at select Verizon stores for the back-to-school season. On Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m., Verizon retailer Round Room will hold their twelfth annual “Schools Rock Backpack Giveaway” at participating Verizon stores across the country. There will...
Cole Cubelic believes Auburn offense will be stronger in 2024
The Auburn offense was particularly lackluster in the 2023 season, and a disastrous year left many scratching their heads on what is to come. At SEC Media Days, many conference foes made comments on how electrifying the atmosphere inside Jordan-Hare Stadium is. Typically that energy propels the offense to success, but as people saw last year, that was not always the case.
SEDMD24: Freeze, Auburn have the look of a team ready to contend
DALLAS - As Hugh Freeze took the podium at SEC Media Days on Thursday, it seemed as though the look on his face might be considered stern. Not unhappy. Not angry. Maybe hungry. It was the look of a determined head football coach ready to take on a season that...
Auburn running back, Brian Battie, takes first steps with cane, months after being shot in head: report
Auburn's running back, Brian Battie, is taking a big step in his recovery process after he was nearly killed two months ago, according to an update from Auburn's news outlet.
Wendell Green Jr. leads War Ready to first-round win at 'The Basketball Tournament'
For the fourth summer in a row, a basketball team full of former Auburn Tigers will be competing in the annual “TBT” Basketball Tournament. While the team, fittingly named “War Ready”, hasn’t produced good results in tournaments past, this summer got off to a great start on Friday. Led by point guard Wendell Green Jr., War Ready picked up a win to open up the tournament by defeating the “D2 Waymakers” 80-72 in overtime.
Injuries reported in overnight Columbus shooting
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - An overnight shooting in Columbus has resulted in injuries, according to police. The incident happened in the 1000 block of Floyd Road, near Buena Vista Road. Our crew discovered more than two dozen shell casings at a Circle K gas station, where authorities cordoned off the...
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