Students Say Fast Food Ads Too Racy, Offensive

By Jaclyn Dunn/Staff Writer | July 16

With the launch of a new less-than-subtle ad in Singapore, Burger King has taken its slogan of "Have it Your Way" to a whole new level.This sexually driven ad leaves no room for misinterpretation, unless the viewer is under the age of 12, but since its debut last month it has caused a stir around the globe."At first I think it's kind of funny, but highly perverted; if this were my company, I would say it was a huge mistake," said Patrick Williamson, a junior in marketing.

Large Drink, Small Portion

"Would you like to value size that?"I often get asked this question at fast food restaurants, and most often my answer is "Sure, why not?"But in recent weeks I've experienced a phenomenon that makes me question spending the extra 49 cents for a large drink and side.

Haley Goes Dough-Nuts

Daylight Donuts is expanding its horizon by adding a self-service doughnut shop to Haley Center.Bill Springer, owner and manager of Daylight Donuts, is anticipating the arrival of the new location.Right now, the plan is a self-service display case with fresh trays of doughnuts and bags available so that customers can grab a doughnut on the go, he said."We feel honored to be able to go in and offer our doughnuts to campus," Springer said.

Meal Program Needs Support

Homebound. Alone. Hungry.Many do not know about the hundreds of people in Lee and Russell counties who struggle through each day and wonder when, or if, they will have a next meal.That is why the Area Agency on Aging recently extended an urgent request for donations to its unique Home Delivered Meals Program."As of May 1st, there's a waiting list for 191 people who asked for food," said Peggy Todd, AAA board member.

Foy Building to Reopen Food Venues

Fear not Auburn students, War Eagle Food Court is returning -- have your Tigercards out and ready to go.Although the food court area of the Foy Student Union building has remained unused for the past year, it is now ready to make a comeback.

House proposes food tax bill for impoverish families

Alabama House Republicans proposed a bill Wednesday intending to combat the Democrat's food tax removal plans.The bill, sponsored by Rep.

Morning after pill available for 17 year olds

U.S. District Judge Edward Kornan ordered the FDA to make the Plan B morning after pill available over-the-counter to 17-year-old girls.