Researchers Propose Tax on Soft Drinks
Researchers say one of the best ways to cut down on childhood obesity would be a one cent per ounce tax on soda and other sugary drinks.
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New Drug to Treat Multiple Sclerosis Shows Promise
Researchers say an experimental drug to treat multiple sclerosis is showing promise in clinical trials.
New Classification System Proposed for Breast Cancer
Researchers are proposing a new classification system for breast cancers, breaking the disease down into ten different categories.
Alabama Linebacker Suspended For Opener
Alabama linebacker Trey DePriest is suspended for the season opener against West Virginia.
Troy University Agreement with Southern Union
From the Troy Newsroom… Students at Troy who transferred from Southern Union can now transfer their class credits back to Southern Union… That means that student credits will count for an Associate degree at Southern Union… That agreement was made official today at a ceremony on Troy’s Montgomery campus… University officials say they are happy students will be able to…
Florala Man Guilty of Trespass, Tampering and Criminal Mischief
From South Alabama… A Covington County jury finds a florala man guilty of Trespass, Tampering and Criminal Mischief 62-year-old Craig Helms placed a beheaded dear in a shooting house on the victims’ property. That began a months-long continuous criminal adventure at the expense of the victims. Helms will be sentenced in october… Categories: News
Car Drove into House
A gaping hole is left in the side of one montgomery mans house after an apparent car accident. The accident happened this morning. Still no word on any injuries the accident may have caused. We’ll bring you the latest information as we get it. Categories: News
Drought Spreading Across Alabama
Drought is quickly spreading across Alabama. Statistics released Thursday show about two-thirds of the state is abnormally dry, and about 10 percent of the state is in a moderate drought. A week of hot, dry weather made conditions worse. Less than half the state was experiencing any type of drought conditions a week ago. The situation also is much worse…
West Alabama State Fair to Add Security Upgrades
Organizers of the West Alabama State Fair say they plan some security upgrades for next year’s event after a fireworks explosion prompted fears of gunfire during this year’s fair. Erin Treadwell, development coordinator for United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama, said the fair plans to have extra security personnel and a security checkpoint at the entrance for next year’s fair….
School: Vandalism Damage at UNA Could Cost $50K
The University of North Alabama says a round of campus vandalism will cost thousands of dollars to clean up. The school says graffiti was found Wednesday at the construction site of a new Science and Technology Building. Red spray paint covered parts of the building’s exterior, and more graffiti was inside, on construction equipment and on a nearby overpass. Assistant…
