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Celebrities Pay Tribute to Cancer Patient by Covering His Hit Song [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:05:10 +0000

Just over a year ago, we brought you the amazing story of Zach Sobiech. Zach was a 17 year old boy who was diagnosed with a rare form of untreatable cancer. Zach wrote a song called "Clouds" to tell his loved ones goodbye. The song went viral and became a hit. Well as Zach continues his battle, a few well known supporters of his decided to do their own version of his song.

This Ad Has A Secret Message That Only Children Can See, And It Could Save Their Life [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:52:04 +0000

One of the most serious crimes plaguing this world is child abuse. Victims of child abuse, especially if it started at a very young age, don't always know that there is a way out. And a lot of times if a child attempts to report it or get away, it only leads to more abuse. And if they are in a situation where they are always with their abuser, it's even harder to get away from it. One organization is taking a huge step to change that.

New 'Plan B' Decision Completely Leaves Out a Child's Parents [POLL]

Amy Austin — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:20:13 +0000

In case you missed the big news this morning, The Food and Drug Administration has approved Plan B One Step, an emergency contraceptive, to be available for women 15 and older without a prescription.

Glen Campbell's Daughter Makes Emotional Plea to Lawmakers for Alzheimer's Research

Christina Vinson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:00:08 +0000

Although country music legend Glen Campbell is working on an album of re-recorded hits, he struggles with Alzheimer's Disease daily. The singer's daughter, Ashley Campbell, gave an emotional plea for Alzheimer's research at a Senate hearing at Capitol Hill this week; her testimony is a grim reminder that this is a heartbreaking disease.

Whitehouse YMCA Run For Your Life

Lucky Larry — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:50:14 +0000

The Whitehouse YMCA will be hosting the 4th annual Run For Your Life 5k Run on Saturday, April 27th at the Whitehouse YMCA. The 5k run is the largest fundraiser each year for the YMCA and goes to support the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. This campaign helps build the scholarship fund to help low-income families [...]

5 Surprising Dangers Of Diets Sodas — What They Don't Tell You

Baby J — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:03:44 +0000

I'm always looking to increase my knowledge of health and weight-loss solutions; and I've learned that the best way to effectively do that is to really research what's on your food and drink product labels. I was shocked at the information I discovered regarding diet sodas, and the secret dangers that are hidden behind that sweet, refreshing fizz.

What Is Considered Cheating To You? [POLL]

Lucky Larry — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:14:38 +0000

There was a lot of traffic through the studio this afternoon, while playing Hyper Hi-Lo today and one of the conversations that was brought into the studio for discussion by a few staffers was the subject of cheating. At issue was, exactly what is cheating. Women have a different definition than men and then again [...]

Morning After Pill Now Available Over the Counter at Any Age [POLL]

Nora Schreiber — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:20:10 +0000

A decision has been made by a federal judge that allows “the morning after” pill to be sold over the counter at any age. Previously, one had to be of at least 16-years-old to purchase the pill. This decision will start a nation wide conversation. What do you think? Now, your young daughter will not [...]

5 Helpful Tips to Prevent Pollen Allergies This Spring

Leslie Reynolds — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:28:30 +0000

Spring time can mean a bunch of good things. It mean's pretty flowers, cool weather, and that summer is right around the corner. One of the bad things about spring though is pollen. That icky yellow stuff that covers your car and gets your allergies all messed up. While there isn't much you can do to keep it off your car and everything else, there are some things you can do to keep it from making you sneeze.

Dad With Terminal Brain Cancer Wins Marathon While Pushing Daughter in Stroller

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 22:36:05 +0000

Iram Leon isn’t going to let a little thing like cancer slow him down. In the latest story about the power of the human spirit on display at a marathon, the 32-year-old man battling terminal brain cancer finished first in the Gusher Marathon in Beaumont, Texas earlier this month, while pushing his six-year-old daughter the [...]

Woman Bravely Runs 52 Marathons in 52 Weeks to Lead Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:01:32 +0000

Julie Weiss isn’t afraid to run from a challenge. Weiss, 42, competed in the Los Angeles Marathon this past Sunday, putting an end to a remarkable streak in which she ran 52 marathons in 52 weeks in order to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer, which killed her father in 2010. The California resident said, “Pancreatic [...]

The KNUE St. Jude 'Country Cares' Radiothon Continues Today [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 12:50:58 +0000

Thank you, East Texas, for showing such love and caring for the kids of St. Jude. Your generosity is amazing and we love you! St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, relies on public donations to research and treat these precious kids who suffer from catastrophic illness, including childhood cancer.

'To This Day' Project Spotlights Bullying, Goes Viral in Two Days [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:45:29 +0000

Bullying has become some what of a disease across the world. Kids everywhere are being picked on at school, online, even at home. It's a really sad epidemic that has taken lives of kids everywhere. Sure it may just mess up someones day, or ruin their school career. But one thing people may not realize is the effect it has on someone for the rest of their lives. You will need a box of tissues handy to make it through this video.

10-Year-Old East Texan Anthony Herman Needs Our Help

Lucky Larry — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 19:55:04 +0000

Sometimes life deals our littlest ones the biggest challenges and that seems to be the case for 10-year-old Anthony Herman, of Marshall. Just nine days into his life, he had open heart surgery to help open his aortic valve because it was pretty narrow. That was 10 years ago, he's healthy now, but after enduring surgeries on nearly a yearly basis, the time has come to where these surgeries are no longer effective and is in need of a heart transplant.

Psychosexual Therapist Dr. Ruth Gives Valentine's Day Tips [VIDEO + POLL]

Amy Austin — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:00:37 +0000

This story is not for the kids; it's for the grown ups. Get your notepad and pen and get ready! Most of you are familiar with Dr. Ruth Westheimer. If not, she is a renowned psychosexual therapist whose straightforward approach to sex and relationship advice made her an American icon for decades.

Take Part in Heart Month with the ETMC Heart Health Fair on Tuesday

Amy Austin — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 19:25:26 +0000

February is Heart Month and The East Texas Medical Center Cardiovascular Institute will hold a free heart health fair from 8 to 11 a.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, Feb. 12). The heart fair will be at the ETMC Pavilion, 801 Clinic Drive, in Tyler.This is an excellent chance to receive free services to check your cholesterol and [...]

Do You Feel Bombarded By Weight and Health Issues From The Media?

Amy Austin — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 20:00:37 +0000

These days it seems the media is constantly bombarding us to get healthy, fit and lose weight. Every time you turn around it seems you have statistics thrown at you about the dangers of being obese, etc.healthy, losing weight and managing stress. I don’t remember such a push in the media for health and fitness [...]

It's National Pancake Day, So Celebrate With Free Pancakes!

Leslie Reynolds — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:53:05 +0000

Today is National Pancake Day at IHOP! It’s one of my favorite holiday’s of the year. Why? Because I get to celebrate with a free stack of pancakes. Visit any IHOP until 10 p.m. today to get a free stack of their famous buttermilk pancakes. Everyone who walks through the door gets a stack, only [...]

Tyler's Loop 49 Could Be Closed to Cyclists [POLL]

Lucky Larry — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:11:09 +0000

This afternoon the North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) will hold a meeting in Henderson to discuss the future of keeping Loop 49 in Tyler open to cyclists. As it stands right now, Loop 49 is open to all traffic including bicyclists, but that could change after the meeting that will be held [...]

ER Visits Up in Recent Years Due to Energy Drinks [POLL]

Jeff Evans — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:21:43 +0000

The number of people seeking emergency room treatments after consuming energy drinks has doubled in the last four years. NBC News has the story just released from a government survey. The study estimates the number of ER visits increased from 10,000 to more than 20,000 from 2007 to 2011. The study doesn’t say exactly what [...]