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Parents urged to take kids to dentists as cavities cause millions in missed school hours

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SAN ANTONIO – The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry says bad mouth hygiene habits and sugary treats and beverages are leading to many kids missing important school time. Dr. Scott Cashion, President of AAPD said all children should have their first dental visit by the age of one or whenever their first tooth comes in. … Read more

NFTA’s newest K-9 addition

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K-9 Rea, Officer Dina Bigham, and Retired K-9 Eci, who Rea replaced, all live together as a happy family. BUFFALO, N.Y. — A familiar face with the NFTA Police has a new partner.  Officer Dina Bigham has been with the Transit Authority Police Department for going on nine years, and she was recently matched up … Read more

Tropicana Las Vegas, a Sin City landmark since 1957, will be demolished to make way for MLB stadium

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The hotel has seen many famous faces walk through its doors over a 67-year tenure as an upscale Las Vegas icon. LAS VEGAS — When the Tropicana Las Vegas opened in 1957, Nevada’s lieutenant governor unlocked the door to what would become a Sin City landmark for more than a half-century. Then he threw away … Read more

AMBER Alert issued for missing 12-year-old girl in North Texas

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Cassie Johnson was believed to be in “grave or immediate danger,” according to the alert issued early Wednesday. HALTOM CITY, Texas — An AMBER Alert was issued for a 12-year-old girl who went missing in Haltom City, officials said Wednesday morning. Cassie Johnson was believed to be in “grave or immediate danger,” according to the … Read more