Ouch! July in US was hottest ever in history books

WASHINGTON (AP) - This probably comes as no surprise: Federal scientists say July was the hottest month ever recorded in the Lower 48 states, breaking a record set during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s.

Kid's cholesteral down; obesity remains same

ATLANTA - Finally some good news about cholesterol and kids: A big government study shows that in the past decade, the proportion of children who have high cholesterol has fallen.

Day care, pre-school slots available

Registration is underway for children selected through a lottery to attend a state-funded pre-K program at one of the two Fort Stewart Child Development Centers.

Is your problem gluten? Or faddish eating?

ATLANTA (AP) - It sounds like an unfolding epidemic: A decade ago, virtually no one in the U.S. seemed to have a problem eating gluten in bread and other foods. Now, millions do.

A record for Tybee's turtles

Unless they're ill and purposely strand on a beach somewhere, the great cetaceans - whales, dolphins and their air-breathing ilk - never have much of a reason to haul themselves ashore. As a matter of fact, none of the behemoths of the deep oceans are ever seen on land whilst in perfect health.

Soda companies racing for a new sweet spot

NEW YORK (AP) - Coke and Pepsi are chasing after the sweet spot: a soda with no calories, no artificial sweeteners and no funny aftertaste.

Scientist developing anti-suicide nasal spray for soldiers

INDIANAPOLIS - An Indiana University School of Medicine scientist has been awarded $3 million to develop a nasal spray intended to combat suicidal thoughts among soldiers.

Heat, drought make for more flavorful produce

MILWAUKEE (AP) - Chef Dan Jacobs expected his recent batch of jalapeño poppers to be tame because peppers grown at this time of the year are generally mild. But he quickly discovered that his spicy appetizer carried an unexpected fire.

Racquetball tournament next week

Register by Monday for the Racquetball Tournament scheduled Aug. 2-4 at Newman Fitness Center.

Satisfy your stevia tooth?

Here in the South, we like our tea served up so sweet it'll rot the teeth right out of your head. That's probably not going to change.

Which countries drink the most Coca-Cola products??

Given the saturated U.S. market, The Coca-Cola Co. is increasingly looking to emerging markets such as China and India for growth.

Post changes child supervision rules

Revised home alone policy The revised home alone policy for Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield will have an impact for families who'll have children attending the Fort Stewart DoDEA schools in the school year that starts Aug. 6. Students under age 12 will require close parental/adult supervision at all times when students are walking to and from school. Children 5 and younger will not be left alone at any time. Plan ahead to ensure your ...

Fodor’s Honors Tybee Island as one of the best family beaches in US

TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. – Fodor's recently honored Tybee Island, Ga., an island paradise located just east of historic Savannah, as one of eight "Best Family Beaches on the East Coast."

Seventeen magazine: We celebrate all shapes, sizes

NEW YORK (AP) - Score one for girl power. A 14-year-old Maine ballet dancer who led a crusade against altered photos in Seventeen magazine now has a promise from top editor Ann Shoket to leave body shapes alone, reserving Photoshop for the stray hair, clothing wrinkle, errant bra strap or zit. And when Shoket or her staff do manipulate images, she vowed in the August issue, they'll post before and after shots on the magazine's ...

Trip to Jacksonville Zoo late this month

Leisure Travel is offering a trip to the Jacksonville Zoo on July 28, departing at 9 a.m. Register by July 25 for the chance to come face to face with animals of South America, South Africa, Australia and Florida. The trip costs $23 for adults and $17 for children ages 3-12. The price includes transportation and admission. For details, call 767-2841 at Stewart or 315-3674 at Hunter. Childcare space available Childcare service is available ...

Post schools to lose five days to furloughs

ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 22, 2013 - Students, teachers and parents of the Defense Department's schools can be confident that despite the department's upcoming civilian furloughs, the school year will start on time, the Department of Defense Education Activity's director said today.

City counting mosquitoes, looking for control

Mosquitoes are major pests in Coastal Georgia, and according to the Mosquito Control experts with Hinesville's Department of Public works, they're not going away.

Post's outdoor pools opening

Little ones learn healthy habits

Winn Army Community Hospital's Department of Public Health and Fort Stewart's Dental Activities Command teamed up last month to teach healthy habits to children at Stewart's child-development centers as part of Winn's observance of Month of the Military Child.

Army's top father nominee from Stewart

Staff Sgt. Jorge Roman with 24th Ordnance Company, 87th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 3rd Sustainment Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, has spent his life being a good example to his loved ones and his community.

Career fair Thursday in Savannah

The Georgia Department of Labor's Savannah Career Center, the GDOL's Veterans Services Division and Savannah Technical College will sponsor the annual Southeast Georgia Career Expo on Thursday in Savannah.

International group now over Army lodging

One of the world's largest hotel companies now is managing 76 Army lodging hotels on 39 installations, including Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, according to Arthur Holst, vice president of operations for Intercontinental Hotels Group.