Spoonful of sugar creating American health stir : News : ValleyCentral.com

Research has tied a high intake of added sugars to many poor health conditions, including obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and other risk factors for heart disease and stroke.

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Family pet mauled and killed by loose pit bulls

Yesterday at 11:55 PM A family pet was attacked and killed by two pit bulls. Brittany Hickel was devastated when she saw her 300lb. Alpaca named 'Kimo' dead. She said he didn't stand a chance.

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Over $5.1 million dollars of dope found in Garceno home

Yesterday at 10:45 AM An anonymous tip led Starr County HIDTA investigators and Rio Grande City police to over 6,000 pounds of marijuana in a Garceno neighborhood.

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Man attacks woman with a cable box

Yesterday at 9:21 AM A family dispute leads to a man assaulting a woman with a cable box.

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Los Fresnos parents urged to check backpacks after toy gun at school

Friday, May 17, 2013 A 3rd grader used his backpack to sneak a toy gun into Lopez-Riggins Elementary School on Wednesday was caught.

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Elderly man in ICU after getting stung by more than 200 bees

Friday, May 17, 2013 Elderly man in ICU after getting stung by more than 200 bees

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Uncle charged with child endangerment after children found wandering the streets

Friday, May 17, 2013 Benicio Villarreal tried his best to convince Justice of the Peace Homer Jasso that he is innocent of the crime he was accused of committing.

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PETA offers reward after dogs poisoned

Friday, May 17, 2013 Homeowners in a Penitas neighborhood fear an increased threat of burglaries after several dogs are killed.

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Which Photo Would You Like as Monday's Photo of the Day?

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Woman takes 3-year-old with her to steal truck

Friday, May 17, 2013 A Brownsville woman was arrested for child endangerment, theft and engaging in organized criminal activity.

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Stabbing with 'unknown' object sends man to hospital

Friday, May 17, 2013 A Harlingen man was arrested for a stabbing on North 27 Street.

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Money Talks News: Cheap Stain Removers

Friday, May 17, 2013 If you wander the household cleaning aisle of a store, you'll notice tons of stain removal options...and most of them don't come cheap.

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