Scarlet And Gray Beer Cans: Controversial Or Cool?

Beer cans are causing some controversy around the country, just in time for college football season.

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Published: August 25, 2009

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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Beer cans are causing some controversy around the country, just in time for college football season.

Anheuser-Busch released a new marketing campaign that features Bud Light cans decorated in college team colors.

The Federal Trade Commission and dozens of colleges around the country are protesting the move, saying that it promotes underage drinking.

The company said they're not going to sell the cans in communities where they've been asked not to.

Scarlet and Gray cans are popping up in stores around Ohio.

Currently, officials at The Ohio State University said they haven't taken a position on the issue, but they are checking to make sure the cans do not violate trademark and licensing laws.

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