J.W.’s News Update:Wednesday June 29, 2011

Good Wednesday, Here are some stories making headlines today:

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The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has announced its officers will be out in full force during the Fourth of July holiday period, cracking down on impaired drivers. Authorities will be conducting an aggressive Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest enforcement effort.

During the July 4th holiday period back in 2009, there were a total of 410 U.S. traffic related fatalities. Of those, 40% involved a driver or motorcycle rider with a BAC of .08 or higher.

Officers will be looking for anyone driving under the influence, and they urge you to buckle up, make sure all children are restrained in their proper safety seats in the back seat of the vehicle and drive the speed limit.

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is cutting gas prices by 10 cents a gallon for three months. The world's biggest retailer says customers visiting participating Murphy USA and Wal-Mart gas stations from today thru September 30 will receive the discount on all fuel, gas, and diesel purchases when they uses a reloadable Wal-Mart gift card, Wal-Mart MoneyCard, or a Wal-Mart Credit Card.

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In Sports:

The Texas Rangers beat the Houston Astros in interleague play last night. The Rangers won the game 7-3 played at Houston's Minute Maid Park.

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