Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:48 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:48:18 GMT
A group of Columbia State Community College students say their professor gave them an assignment where they had to say they supported gay rights even if they didn't.More >>
A group of Columbia State Community College students say their professor gave them an assignment where they had to say they supported gay rights even if they didn't.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:46 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:46:12 GMT
It's never too late to fulfill a dream, as an 84-year-old Korean War veteran proved Wednesday when he finally received the high school diploma he always wanted.More >>
It's never too late to fulfill a dream, as an 84-year-old Korean War veteran proved Wednesday when he finally received the high school diploma he always wanted.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 23:11:13 GMT
There's a battle brewing between Tennessee's teachers and the state department of education over a plan the teachers believe will cost them thousands of dollars over the course of their careers. The stateMore >>
There's a battle brewing between Tennessee's teachers and the state department of education over a plan the teachers believe will cost them thousands of dollars over the course of their careers.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:46:52 GMT
People still recovering from the deadly tornado outbreak last month in Oklahoma are getting a lot of help from generous folks in Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky.More >>
People still recovering from the deadly tornado outbreak last month in Oklahoma are getting a lot of help from generous folks in Middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:45:06 GMT
The animal control office in Robertson County will be closed for the next several days due to a deadly virus detected in the animals there. Workers had to euthanize a dozen dogs who were infected withMore >>
The Animal Control office in Robertson County will be closed for the next several days due to a deadly virus detected in the animals there.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:17:59 GMT
Tennessee lawmakers got an earful from parents Wednesday who are demanding that they have a say in what is in their children's school textbooks. It was supposed to be a routine hearing for the State TextbookMore >>
Tennessee lawmakers got an earful from parents Wednesday who are demanding that they have a say in what is in their children's school textbooks.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:09:13 GMT
Two high school basketball coaches in Williamson County are now facing charges after an incident an incident during a game earlier this year. Angela Muir worked as head coach for Summit High School, whileMore >>
Two high school basketball coaches in Williamson County are now facing charges after an incident an incident during a game earlier this year.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:43:46 GMT
Country music star Craig Morgan says a recent crash on the interstate is proof of how hard people work at volunteer fire departments. Morgan was riding in his tour bus on Interstate 40 earlier this month,More >>
Country music star Craig Morgan says a recent crash on the interstate is proof of how hard people work at volunteer fire departments.More >>
SAGINAW COUNTY, MI (WNEM) -
For years, famed cyclist Lance Armstrong denied using performance-enhancing drugs while he won Tour de France after Tour de France.
Now, he's taking it all back.
This week, Oprah Winfrey spoke with Armstrong in a one-on-one interview where he reportedly admitted to doping. The news of Armstrong's indiscretions and promise-breaking are being digested by cycling fans across Mid-Michigan.
Faith Allmain-Gay is an employee at Ray's Bike Shop in Midland. She's an avid cyclist and questions Armstrong's motives.
"I think there was just too much evidence against him and he finally had to come clean. I do wish he would have come clean on his own a lot sooner," said Allmain-Gay.
Some believe the seven-time Tour de France winner is confessing now because he wants to redeem himself and his career. But Allmain-Gay, now a former Armstrong fan, isn't interested.
"I don't even care. At this point what he does on a big stage, he's lost my interest," Allmain-Gay said.
In 1997, Armstrong was diagnosed with cancer. The following year he was declared cancer free and soon after founded the Lance Armstrong Foundation. The foundation has raised millions of dollars for cancer research and support. Some say that foundation the one positive thing that's come from all of this.
"It's just awesome. Regardless of what's happened outside of that, it's just priceless for people in general," commented Vincent Cirilo of Bicycle Village in Kochville Township.
Cirilo has been following Armstrong's career for years and says he's not surprised by the recent admission.
"At that level it's really tough. With that much money involved, guys are going to try and get every edge possible," Cirilo said. He's hoping the confession will lead to a new chapter in Armstrong's life and career.
"Things heal. I'm sure he's going to continue to do great things. I'll be looking for good things coming from him," said Cirilo.
Still, others are hoping Lance Armstrong will use the admission to go out on a morally high note.
"He's 40, 41 -- move on. Learn from it, move on, make good decisions from here on out and we all will do the same," said Allmain-Gay.
Armstrong's interview with Oprah Winfrey is scheduled to air Thursday on the OWN Network.
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:14:11 GMT
National Beef Packing Co., a Liberal, Kan., establishment, is recalling approximately 22,737 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. The problem was discoveredMore >>
National Beef Packing Company - a Liberal, KS, establishment - is recalling approximately 22,737 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:18:42 GMT
A Nashville Cajun restaurant is currently closed for business with a sign hanging on the front door indicating taxes have not been paid. The sign says "seized for non-payment of Tennessee state taxes." ChapmanMore >>
A Nashville Cajun restaurant is currently closed for business with a sign hanging on the front door indicating taxes have not been paid. Morning Report More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:02 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:02:54 GMT
A pet food company is issuing a recall because of a possible health risk to animals and humans. Nebraska-based Natura Pet Products is recalling specific lots of dry pet food because it mightMore >>
A popular pet food company is issuing a recall because of a possible health risk to animals and humans.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:16 AM EDT2013-06-19 11:16:53 GMT
A high school homecoming queen and her mother are facing charges following a party at their home. Sara Lamb, 18, is accused of underage consumption. More >>
A high school homecoming queen and her mother are facing charges following a party at their home.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:11:36 GMT
A Utah family celebrating Father's Day with a camping trip to Wyoming survived an encounter with a bear thanks to the quick thinking of their 11-year-old son. It was supposed to be a family fun day ofMore >>
A Utah family celebrating Father's Day with a camping trip to Wyoming survived an encounter with a bear thanks to the quick thinking of their 11-year-old son.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:20:07 GMT
George "Rico" Laise in court June 19, 2013
A 42-year-old soccer coach accused of having sex with his underage players was in a Nashville courtroom Wednesday morning. Facing four charges of rape, George "Rico" Laise appeared for a preliminary hearing.More >>
A 42-year-old soccer coach accused of having sex with his underage players was in a Nashville courtroom Wednesday morning.More >>
Country singer Slim Whitman has died at the age of 90 in Florida.More >>
Country singer Slim Whitman, the high-pitched yodeler who sold millions of records through ever-present TV ads in the 1980s and 1990s and whose song saved the world in the film comedy "Mars Attacks!," died Wednesday at a...More >>
Lance Armstrong
A Livestrong bracelet being cut off
