Ahmadinejad puts in effect comprehensive anti-smoking law (Islamic Republic News Agency)
Ahmadinejad - Smoking - Law President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here on Monday ordered the concerned government organs to put in effect a newly approved comprehensive anti-smoking, and drug control law.
Source: www.irna.ir

Mecklenburg County could ban smoking 7:35 PM (WCNC Charlotte)
If you believe the polls Mecklenburg County supports a ban on smoking in bars and restaurants. But the way state law reads; the county doesn't have the authority to pass the plan without the state's permission. County Commissioners can vote Tuesday night to change that.
Source: www.wcnc.com

If OK d, will smoking ban need work? (Baytown Sun)
Although Baytown City Council could tweak parts of a proposed smoking ordinance if it is passed in November, some Council members are opposed to making any changes.
Source: www.baytownsun.com

Stop smoking seminar Oct. 24 (Gaffney Ledger)
Upstate Carolina Medical Center will host a free community seminar- HealthTalk-on the newest ways to help people stop smoking.
Source: www.gaffneyledger.com

Clampdowns on Smoking Stirring Flames of Discontent: Those Who Enjoy Tobacco Contend That Restrictions Go Too Far (RedNova)
By Randy Myers, Contra Costa Times, Walnut Creek, Calif. Oct. 16–From Dublin in the East Bay to Dublin in Ireland, anti-smoking measures have been firing up the globe.
Source: www.redorbit.com