'What's Hot' on Thursday, Feb. 12th Today's TMJ 3 p.m. Newscast

In case you missed it, here are the topics from the Thursday, Feb. 12th 'What's Hot' segment on Today's TMJ4's 3 p.m. newcast.

1) A group is threatening to sue various school districts holding high school graduation ceremonies at Elmbrook Church
2) A-Rod admits using performance enhancing drugs, putting MLB commissioner Bud Selig in a pickle

Our 'What's Hot' panel consisted of anchors John Mercure and Courtney Garrish, WTMJ radio hot Jeff Wagner and yours truly, Lora Hyler.

Separation of church and state is at the heart of the Washington, D.C. group's fuss. Americans United for Separation of Church and State has sent letters asking the school districts to find a new location. What are they so afraid of? Much ado about nothing.

It appears that attorneys for this organization have far too much time on their hands. Of course, it's always possible for the school districts to ignore the letter. One district told the media that the Elmbrook Church was chosen for convenience. The church will seat 3,000 rather than the 200 or 300 for most school gyms. Also, it's not like a church service is being pushed down the throats of those who thought they were showing up to see Johnny graduate! For all those aunts, uncles, moms, dads and grandparents who played a role in Johnny's success, shouldn't they at least be able to see him at the graduation ceremonies? Shame on you-Americans United for Separation of Church and State.

Speaking of shame on you...
A-Rod has foisted another PR nightmare on MLB commissioner Bud Selig.
Professional baseball player Alex Rodriguez has admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs from 2001-03. Though it was against the law to possess these drugs without a prescription, there wasn't a MLB penalty. Hence, Selig's dilemma.

Sure Selig's back is against the wall. Here's my suggestion: draft a proposal with stiff penalties for current players who test positive for performance-enhancing drugs, and get players union, team owner and FAN support. Restore some integrity to professional sports starting with baseball. Us parents of Little Leaguers will sleep better. Just yesterday, I had yet another 'teaching moment' talk with my 12-year-old, let's talk about the definition of a role model. One things for sure, it ain't A-Rod.

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