May 25, 2013

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Port Security

The chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee says an explanation of a deal involving the proposed Arab takeover of key US port operations is insufficient.

Teledyne Closes

Over thirty people are being let go from the Teledyne factory where airplane parts are manufactured.

Grandview Elem. Put on Grand Program

Grandview elementary kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders got a black history lesson from the 3rd through 5th graders, through plays and songs today.

Legislature Cracks Down on Sexual Predators

The Alabama House has passed a bill that calls for harsher penalties for those who sexually abuse children 12 years and under. The measure could double the sentence for those convicted.

Alabama Tax Refunds

The IRS says they are holding more than $24.5 million in unclaimed refunds for people in the state.

Flu Shots for Kids

An advisory panel is recommending all children from six months to five years old get annual flu shots.

Stent for Strokes

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in this country and the leading cause of serious long term disability. But now, there's a new tool for surgeons and it can help some patients avoid a stroke.

Dale Co. Bomb Scare

A bomb scare in Dale County caught the attention of experts and authorities from across the Wiregrass Wednesday.

Ashford Relocation Drill

A recent train derailment, not even a mile from Ashford Elementary, has school officials implementing a new safety procedure at the school.

Arbor Day

Many people gathered Wednesday morning in recognition of the importance of trees to the community.

Spirit of Service

Members of the Houston County community are participating in a joint effort to make life a little better.

Bariatric Surgery

Medicare decides it will cover more categories of weight loss procedures for some individuals.

School Supply Tax

A House committee has approved legislation that would allow Alabama residents to buy school supplies and some other items without paying state sales tax for one weekend.

Dothan Burglary

A Dothan Police Department traffic officer, along with backup officers, halted a burglary in progress Tuesday night.

Leverette Parole Denied

District Attorney Doug Valeska and members of the victim's family convinced the state parole board to deny Leverette's request.

Ala. Firefighter Fatalities

Two firefighters in northwest Alabama were killed overnight when a wall collapsed at a business where they were putting out a fire.

Developer Has Eye for Dothan

Recognizing Black History Month is not only vital to the African American community, but the community as a whole. WTVY is recognizing wiregrass residents who are making a significant difference to society.

Homeless Beatings

Three Florida teenagers charged with assaulting homeless men in Fort Lauderdale pled not guilty in court Wednesday.

Brewery to Open in Dothan

Poplar Head Restaurant and Pub was the first and only brewery in Dothan until it closed several years ago. Now, the city commission has approved a new facility that will soon open and feature draft beer.

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