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Alabama HS Sports Programs Suspended

By Associated Press

Montgomery, AL – The Alabama High School Athletic Association says it's shutting down its athletic events because of reports of possible swine flu in the Huntsville area.

Concerns over the illness have led to the shutdown of some schools around Huntsville.

Steve Savarese, the association's executive director, says he hopes activities can be resumed by Tuesday.

The state track and field championships scheduled for May 1-2 at Gulf Shores and Troy will be rescheduled. Savarese says all other post-season activities scheduled through Monday are also being postponed, including baseball, soccer, softball and golf.

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