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While the weather in Memphis is still excessively pleasant, take an afternoon to complete assignment #91 in the 365 Things to Do in Memphis - taking a ride on the Memphis Queen. I rode the Memphis Queen a few months ago, and I'm still convinced…
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(Those are members of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra playing at Memphis International Airport on Friday, March 30.) - First, we've got some birthdays this week. Everybody break out your party hats and celebrate Restaurant Iris' fourth birthday and…
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It's Wednesday, and you know what that means - tons and tons of local news about everything from farmers market openings to stadium updates and laws that you may or may not have known about. - I had no idea that it wasn't illegal to drive with a…
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If you're reading this, chances are that you're an adult. You've likely got some kind of talent, a penchant for do-goodery and maybe a little bit of free time (at least, that's how I like to think of you guys). Assignment #100 in the 365 Things to…
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Before I drop a bunch of Monday morning news on you, stare at this picture from yesterday's Rajun Cajun Crawfish Festival and pretend like it's still the weekend. - First, a bit of sad news: Andrew Love, the saxophonist for the Memphis Horns, died…
Wednesday News Update: Dinner Plans, Marathon Registration and the 100 Things to Eat in Memphis list
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- Early registration is open for the annual St. Jude Marathon and half marathon. It's the weekend of Nov. 29, and it always, always sells out, so register soon if you know you want to run. - Here are your dinner plans for tomorow night: the Doug…
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- Today is moving day for Rameses. The limestone replica of the Egyptian statue is moving from the Pyramid to his new home at the University of Memphis. It's going to be an all day process, so expect delays and some road closures as he's driven…
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You could look at this tray of sticky buns and say, "My goodness - that doesn't look like a healthy breakfast! They're covered in icing." Or, you could look at them and say "That's an awesome breakfast, because though they're covered in icing,…
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For those of you who - because of hours spent bored work or school - dread sitting through Powerpoint presentations, Memphis' PechaKucha night might change your mind about the humble slide show. Here's how it works: each speaker prepares a…