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School websites latest target for advertisers

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:47:05 -0400

By MARY NIEDERBERGER - With funding tight, expenses ever increasing and limits set on how high taxes can be raised, school leaders find themselves looking for new ways to raise revenues.

Judge grants Troy man new trial in rapes of women

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:14:38 -0400

TROY, Alabama - An Alabama judge has overturned two rape convictions against a Troy man, saying prosecutors failed to share evidence that was relevant to the man's defense.

Ohio Tea Party groups long ago sounded alarm on IRS

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:49:15 -0400

By TOM TROY and VANESSA MCCRAY - Conservative Ohio groups more than a year ago raised the alarm that the Internal Revenue Service was holding up their applications for tax-exempt status, leading an Ohio lawmaker to request the audit that led to the IRS's recent admission that it targeted Tea Party-related groups for close scrutiny.

Texas executes man for fatal shooting of officer

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:22:45 -0400

HUNTSVILLE, Texas - A Houston man condemned for the slaying of a police officer shot while trying to handcuff him during a car theft arrest 14 years ago was put to death Wednesday evening.

Troy, South Alabama meet for Sun Belt title

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:27:47 -0400

MOBILE, Alabama - Troy and South Alabama will settle the Sun Belt Conference regular season title this weekend.

Alabama governor speaks at Troy commencement

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:36:41 -0400

TROY, Alabama - Gov. Robert Bentley told Troy University graduates they should stick to their core values and principles when they have to make tough decisions.

Troy in midst of $73 million athletics makeover

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:34:19 -0400

TROY, Alabama - The Troy Trojans are making a $73 million investment in their athletic program with a new basketball arena and ambitious plans to upgrade football facilities over the next few years.