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Bo Bikes Bama holds online silent auction

Submitted by Melynda Sides, Digital Content Producer
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 4:08pm
Bo Bikes Bama holds online silent auction

Bo Jackson's fundraising efforts for tornado relief didn't end when he crossed the finish line of a 300 mile charity ride in Tuscaloosa. An online silent auction that continues through 9 p.m. is raising more money for the Alabama Governor's Emergency Relief Fund.

Bo Jackson's five-day charity ride took him from north Alabama at Lake Guntersville State Park through other tornado-ravaged areas of the state, including Cullman, Jasper and Bessemer before ending in Tuscaloosa.

The Bo Bikes Bama campaign had a goal of raising $1 million and is currently more than halfway to that mark with $503,813. The online silent auction offers all five of Bo's custom-made TREK bikes, signed sports memorabilia, vacation packages, artwork and more. So far, the highest bid is around $800 for a Bo Bikes Bama jersey signed and worn by Lance Armstrong.

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Movie Review: The Pirates! Band of Misfits

Submitted by Brianne Britzius, Fox 6 Community Web Producer
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 2:45pm

Mercer Morrison from our sister station WDAM offers his take on the high seas claymation movie  "The Pirates! Band of Misfits." The movie is created from the same folks who brought us "Wallace and Gromit" and "Chicken Run."

This review is by Devon Laird and Mercer Morrison. See more Movie Madness with Mercer reviews here on YouTube.

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10 time-saving apps for moms

Submitted by Brianne Britzius, Fox 6 Community Web Producer
Sunday, May 13th, 2012, 9:05am
10 time-saving apps for moms

By Christina DesMarais

I don't know about you, but this year for Mother's Day, I know what I'd appreciate more than anything is a little help.

These tools can deliver just that -- though you don't need to be a mom to use them.

VolunteerSpot

VolunteerSpot is a free online coordination tool used by busy moms, teachers, or anyone who needs to coordinate participation from others for activities like help in the classroom, parent-teacher conferences, service projects, donations for silent auctions, or staffing for sporting events or races.

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10 summer health risks to watch out for

Submitted by Brianne Britzius, Fox 6 Community Web Producer
Saturday, May 12th, 2012, 8:53am
10 summer health risks to watch out for

By Marisa Ramiccio

When summer finally arrives, people start spending a lot of time outdoors, basking in the sun's long-awaited rays. But the great outdoors can harbor some health risks, especially during the summer, so before you step outside, prepare yourself for these 10 summer health risks.

Insect-Borne Illness

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Protecting your vehicle from break-ins and theft

Submitted by Brianne Britzius, Fox 6 Community Web Producer
Thursday, May 10th, 2012, 4:06pm
Protecting your vehicle from break-ins and theft

As the temperatures get warmer it can be tempting to leave the AC running in your car while you pop into the store or your house. But Birmingham Police have noticed an increase in car thefts and break-ins of vehicles that are left unattended.

No matter where you live, their tips for keeping your car safe can prevent thieves from helping themselves to your property:

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Protecting your vehicle from break-ins and theft

Submitted by Brianne Britzius, Fox 6 Community Web Producer
Thursday, May 10th, 2012, 3:54pm
Protecting your vehicle from break-ins and theft

Birmingham Police have noticed an increase in car thefts and break-ins since temperatures have risen, in part because people may leave their car running in order to keep in cool while they run into a store.

To help combat these crimes they have offered some tips that can help protect your property, regardless of where you live.

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WBRC News iPad app updated

Submitted by Dennis Washington, New Media Content Director
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012, 12:14pm
WBRC News iPad app updated

BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC)- A new version of our station's iPad News app has been released.

This update replaces the old interactive weather map with a new one. The new map loads faster and offers more weather layers to choose from:

- Radar

- Satellite

- Tropical Satellite

- Temperature

- Wind speed

The update also makes some minor bug fixes and enhancements.

To download the WBRC News iPad app, search "WBRC" in the App Store or visit this iTunes link:

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wbrc-tv-news-fox6-for-ipad/id490172066?mt=8

 

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