Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of July.
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🎭 Culture
This summer, discover free attractions across Alabama from scenic Noccalula Falls Park to Auburn’s Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Arts & quirky spots like the Drive-Thru Museum of Wonder in Seale offering budget friendly fun and local culture statewide.
🏈 Sports
Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron — who posted a .414 on-base average over three seasons — is projected to be the first Alabama player picked today in the MLB draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks.
During the 2025 NFL season, Derrick Henry, an Alabama product, reached No. 10 on the all time rushing list by running 1,595 yards and tying Barry Sanders’ record of five 1,500-yard seasons while 18 players with Alabama roots posted 1,000-yard seasons.
Former Auburn All-American Johni Broome scored 19 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and blocked 2 shots in Las Vegas on Thursday as the 76ers won over the Pistons, and he is set to face the Indiana Pacers at 4:30 p.m. CDT today (he is working to secure more playing time amid stiff competition).
Alabama football secured its seventh quarterback commitment when four-star recruit Kingston Preyear announced his decision on Friday, July 10.
He picked the Crimson Tide over other SEC schools and credited a strong connection with the coaching staff—especially quarterbacks coach Bryan Ellis—for his choice.
🎉 Auburn Events
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Auburn Summer Camp: Week 7
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM — Chewacla State Park — Registration Required — A fun-filled week of outdoor activities for kids aged 5-14.
Justin Bieber Night
8 PM-12 AM — Skybar Café — Limited tickets available — Celebrate Justin Bieber's career with his hits old and new in Auburn's largest college bar.
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